2018 has been a year of ups and downs and everything in between . I've taken on some pretty big challenges and I'm proud of myself for stepping outside my comfort zone and making things happen. I may not have had as many book releases this year, but I feel as though I've still accomplished a lot in the book community, and to be honest, in life in general.

It hasn't been an easy year, but the ups far out weigh the downs, and that's what's important. I can look back now and see that perhaps I took on too much, or expected too much of myself, but you know what? I pushed through and things turned out better than I could've thought.

I organised and hosted a book event. That's a pretty big accomplishment if I do say so myself. WBAJ was so much more than I could've imagined. I was blown away by the support I received from this awesome community. Those of you who were there know just how many tears were shed that day! Tears of joy, tears of acceptance, tears of understanding. In fact, I can feel tears brewing as I type.

On top of that, I attended a signing in Melbourne, taught a class about writing, spoke to several groups about my journey as an author, and signed up for my big adventure in 2019 - a trip around the UK for a signing in Blackpool. 
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If you'd told me this would be my life back when I started writing, I don't think I'd have believed you! I'm literally living the dream - minus the big money that goes with it lol. I still have to pinch myself when I realise there are people all over the world who read my books. MY books. It's something I always dreamed of, but never pursued because I thought it was a pipe dream, and now look at me! I may not be raking in the big bucks, but I'm having a blast! I'm doing what I love and making friends doing it. I'm so lucky to have such a fantastic support crew both at home, and in the book community. It means so much to me that you've all got my back, and for that, I am truly thankful.

2018 has been an epic year, and I can't wait to see what 2019 has in store for me.