Yes, that was intense pressure. That type of pressure changes the alchemical process of imagination, story-building, and storytelling. When that alchemical process is interfered with by duress or any other intense negative emotion, it changes our writing. It's not our voice.

I'm glad you got rid of the manuscript and reclaimed your power. Thank you for sharing your story. It is a cautionary tale for every writer.

I truly hope you have that you have the opportunity to write and publish the novel you want in peace and bliss.