It’s Been Five Years!
Holy Shit!!!
Five years ago today I published INK: Fine Lines (Now Fine Lines: Deadly Dreams #1). Where in the world has the time gone? How did it all slip by and how is it possible that I now have more than twenty books published? Two completed series and all these amazing new friends?
It really has been a huge roller coaster ride, so much has changed in my life, writing, outlook, everything has changed – for the better.
When I hit publish on Fine Lines, I knew I was going to finish that series no matter what, but I never could’ve dreamed that was going to write and publish in eight series and a some of stand alones. It’s been a real trip.
I’ve learned a lot since that day. My writing has changed for the better in a lot of ways. I’m a little better at plot arc – my cliffhangers aren’t nearly as bad. I’ve learned that the emotional feeling when you complete your first series is indescribable, even for a writer. I literally wept like a baby when I wrote the end on that series. My son, Joe took a picture of me. I would post it, but honestly, I hadn’t slept for three days and I had to think too hard about the last time I had showered. I looked like I had just lived Shay’s time in that series – it was rough, take my word for it.
I still can’t punctuate much to the frustration of my editors, proofreaders and author friends. I’ve taken classes, read books, nothing helps. So, I will keep proofreaders gainfully employed! hahah
I’ve sold some books, that’s been cool. My goal has always been to make enough to keep publishing without dipping into my “personal” money. Sometimes I’m there, sometimes not.
I’ve created some really crazy worlds! Been some really awesome places and the most wonderful part of this is all the people I’ve met and become friends with.
When I look at the landscape of friendships and the people that have really been there for me over the last five years and still today…I met 99% of them through being a writer! That says a lot about the community of authors and readers.
Sometimes it’s overwhelming in a good way and sometimes bad. But on those bad days it’s like the universe knows and I’ll get an email or message from a reader thanking me for providing them with an escape. You have no idea how much that can turn it all around. That can bring me from the brink of rage-quitting to forging ahead boldly.
Thank you to all of you that have welcomed and supported me in this journey. There’s so much more to come! Keep your eyes peeled, lots of big things coming in the future and I’m so glad you’re along for the ride with me!
Hugs,
Bella
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