TRACING MY PATH
FOCUS ON THE WRITER
Reflections on my journey as a writer—the lessons, struggles, and moments that shape my storytelling.
Every writer’s journey is different, and mine is filled with twists, turns, and discoveries I never expected. Tracing My Path is where I share the story behind the stories—the moments that shaped my voice, the lessons I’ve learned along the way, and the milestones that remind me why I fell in love with writing in the first place.
From navigating the ups and downs of drafting my first novel to uncovering the heart of each character I create, this is a space for reflection and growth. Whether you’re an avid reader or simply curious about the creative process, I hope you’ll enjoy following along as I chart the path from idea to story.
Looking For Feedback
“So… what did you think?”
Silence.
“You read it, right?”
A slow nod.
“And?”
A shrug. “It was… nice.”
“Nice?” The word felt like a slap. “That’s it? That’s all you’ve got?”
A wince. “Uh—good job?”
“Okay, so you hated it.”
“I didn’t say that!”
“But did you feel anything?”
More silence.
And that, right there, was the problem.
How I Found My Voice as a Romantic Drama Writer
"I’ve got enough drama to write a book."
"Then write it!"
That’s how it started. But my writing voice wasn’t something I searched for—it was something life handed me. Relationships, family, lessons I didn’t ask for (but got anyway).
Romantic drama isn’t just what I write. It’s what I lived.
I’m Writing A Novel
"What are you doing?"
"I’m writing a novel."
"Mmm hmm. Okay."
That’s how this started. What I didn’t realize was that writing the book was only one challenge. The other? Figuring out what to do while writing it.
A website. A blog. A web presence (whatever that means).
So here it is—the first post. The first step in a journey I didn’t even know I was taking.