Introduction

It takes a certain kind of person to become an author. Somebody who can not only dream up amazing ideas but express them in words, who can grit their teeth and sit at a keyboard for hours on end, and most of all, somebody who can take criticism and rejection. 

This being said, it is one of the most rewarding experiences ever. There is nothing quite like seeing your work sitting on a bookstore shelf, and that sight alone is enough to justify the pain. 

I was sixteen when I signed my first contract. Well, my only contract. Which makes sense, considering I only signed it a month ago. Although I've only just started on this road, I've found that it's quite the emotional roller coaster! 

I've spoken to many teens who are aspiring writers, but have little clue what to do next. After all, authors are all middle-aged people with university degrees and top agents, right? 

                                             

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That's what my blog is for. If you've written a book, even if you're not a teen, I'll give you all the tips I discovered to help you become a published author. 

WARNING: This blog may contain random outbursts of frustration and/or happiness. We'll see how it goes.