I would not have three children’s novels, four fairy tales, three Christian books (teaching or testimonials) and one historical fiction novel – all on sale on Amazon, if I had not persevered. My books have not been an overnight success – the thing most authors dream of – but I have kept on keeping on because, well, what else am I going to do? I want to write, I love to write, it’s in my bones, and now that I’ve learned the art of self-publishing there is nothing and nobody who can stop me. Hurrah!

Of course, I am still looking for that elusive publishing deal that is going to rocket me to the heights of ‘success’ but in the meantime, I am enjoying my own kind of success.

1. I am following my dream – not everyone does that.

2. I have the pleasure of knowing people all over the world read and enjoy my books.  I may not earn much money, but every positive review is worth more than gold to me.

2. I love my life – it’s so balanced. I teach part-time and write full-time (LOL)…in other words, the life of a writer means you’re constantly engaged in the process in a variety of ways -thinking, taking notes, dreaming up characters and plots, even on my teaching days and even when I’m ‘relaxing’ in front of the TV – I’m usually semi-engaged in something connected with my dream. If that doesn’t sound like an appealing life to you then maybe you’re not passionate enough about being a writer. Time spent writing, to me, is a pleasure and not hard work. Even when my eyes are bleeding from hours on my laptop, it’s still a pleasure and a satisfaction I can’t explain. That, my friend, is success. Cheers!

Just to let you know, I published my third children’s novel yesterday!! It’s been a busy week!