From Nothing to Something

It’s always amazing to be able to look back on life and see where you’ve been and how far you have come.  For me, this past year has been transformational. I went from nothing to something.  Twelve months ago, I was an aspiring dreamer with nothing but a head full of chaos.  Sitting down at my old battered laptop (affectionately known as my boat anchor), I itched with the urge to turn my swirling ideas into something cohesive.  I had no idea where my thoughts would lead me, but I was ready for the journey.


When I officially started my first book, His Second Chance, it never occurred to me that I would create a two hundred plus page story, let alone that I would ever publish it.  I had no writing background or publishing skills. I was a social media illiterate, blissfully unaware of the highly competitive self-pub world.  (Looking back, I am thankful for that lack of knowledge. Had I been more informed, I would have been deterred and my books would not exist today).  But twelve months, and two books later, I am a writer!  Oh what changes a year brings.  I have come such a long way, through ups and downs, smiles and tears, confidence and self-doubt.  I have gone from technologically anxious, to a “tweeter” with a following that is growing steadily.  I’m proud.  I started with nothing but a simple desire and turned it into a dream come true, and I have accomplished something that still has me in awe.


There are still so many more exciting options and opportunities out there for me to discover. I know that I am far from where I can be, but that’s okay.  That notion inspires me.  When I see beautifully created book covers, read excellent blog posts, and sit in awe of innovative story ideas, it motivates me to a new level of achievement.  I can’t wait to conquer the writing world!  Okay, maybe I need to take it one step at a time.


My first two books have been a wonderful way for me to find my voice and get my feet wet. I’m incredibly humbled that they have done well.  Happily, my “voice” is still evolving and it’s awesome, I never want this journey to end.  Now as I am writing my third book, I incorporate all the things I’ve learned through trial and error… the valuable ins and outs of publishing, the important nuances of the writing craft,  and applying effective marketing tools.  But beyond that, I have discovered something even more influential.  I have gained a new sense of insight into the person I have become over the past year.  No longer am I just a person with a dream.  I am capable of so much more.  I am a writer with a passion!  Where will I be in another year?  Who knows?  I can’t wait to find out.

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Published on December 06, 2013 05:17
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