The Journey Begins

 My journey as a writer started (officially) in 7th grade. One of my good friends was writing a story, and she asked me to read it and give her feedback. Her story was great, and the thought occured to me: if she can write like this, maybe I can, too. So a few days later, I sat in front of the computer in the library before school, opened a blank Word document, and just...started writing.

I felt so powerful. I was in charge of this world, these characters. I thought, I can make them do whatever I want! I can give them magic powers! I can make them fall in love! I can have them explore ancient ruins, get kidnapped, or go through a portal into another world! I can even let them live perfectly boring, ordinary lives!

I was addicted.

I kept writing after that. My first "published" story was a short story I typed, printed out, and stapled together myself. I even drew a cover for it! I was so proud. I also started carrying a notebook with me everywhere. I even got that notebook confiscated once or twice because I was writing in class when I should have been taking notes. I had so many ideas! My WIPs (works in progress) slowly began filling up my flash drive. I was having the time of my life!

I haven't stopped writing since.

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