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I've Done It

If you're reading this, then they've finally gotten to me then my book Acacia is finally out!

I did it. I have published a book. I don't feel very different. Sheer momentum alone is wanting to push me to write the next one right away, but all the advice I've heard is telling me to take a break.

That isn't me saying, "Wow, I'm so good that all I can do is write!" No, what I'm saying is I'm freaking obsessive. This hobby, career, pastime, whatever you want to call it, has taken over my life. Ask anyone that knows me, it's all I talk about. I's all I think about. It's all I do (aside from watching YouTube.)

Honestly, Acacia's release is the first time I've felt that my addiction has paid off. I did something. I did something that I'm proud of. And, although I know my book has it's faults, I'm so, unbelievably proud that I accomplished something of my own. It's my first step towards an actual career in writing. It's the first thing that I've done.

I mean, of course I do other things. I eat, I breathe, I get through school, I interact with people occasionally. But none of those are really optional. None of those require more than a little effort, usually. Acacia, though? It was tough. It took a lot of time, a lot of patience, and a ton of frustration. But, maybe for this first time ever, I didn't give up. And I think I'm allowed to be proud of that.

So, it's out on Amazon. If you decide to read it, first of all, thanks. I really appreciate your support. Second, tell me what you think! Questions, comments, concerns, I'll be here for all of it. Next week, We'll be back to our regularly scheduled programming. I know I got a bit sappy, but sarcastic and somewhat detached Kaitlyn will return soon.

https://www.amazon.com/Acacia-First-Book-Gifted-Trilogy-ebook/dp/B07R9LR3ZX/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=acacia&qid=1556523423&s=digital-text&sr=1-3

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