We all know that feeling…you’re only going to read one more chapter, and suddenly it’s way past your bedtime. But what is it about certain books that makes them so hard to put down? I think it has less to do with what happens and everything to do with how much we care about who it’s happening to. Let’s talk about the stories, and the characters, that keep us turning the pages.

I’ve reached a big milestone in my writing journey. I’m finally looking for beta readers! It’s a humbling and scary step, but I know it’s the only way to grow as a writer and connect with the audience I hope to reach. In this post, I share what it feels like to open my story up to others, why vulnerability matters, and how pursuing our passions with courage can make a lasting impact.

Seven days, nonstop editing, and a debut novel transformed. Here’s how total focus changed my writing process and brought me closer than ever to my story.