I came to writing as a way to reflect upon my life. That involved introspection and reflection on my own in front of a page and a screen. I thought back to my experiences, and also that of those around me, paying attention to what people shared, as well as what they didn’t. This provided me insight into who people are and inspired me to develop characters and dialogue.

What comes out on the page is a result of this process, and as such, writing is a solitary endeavor. Yet, I felt it was important to get support and guidance.

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