As September rolls around, I can't help but think of only one thing: Work. At this point in my life, I would have expected myself to have accomplished about half of what I have already accomplished in my 25 years of living. No, I don't have low hopes for myself, but I will say that I am thoroughly impressed with my endeavors in more ways than one. As a writer, those of you who are like myself, will completely understand me when I say that it is NOT an easy task.. that is, writing. Writing is something that comes out of you when it's ready... when it's willing. February 19, 2010 was was such an amazing day for me. It was the day I self-published my poetry book, "Down the Rabbit Hole." Having a book published was something I had ALWAYS dreamed of. I started writing poetry at the tender age of 6. How, may you ask? Well, my parents were kind enough to buy me my very own typewriter (because they knew my fascination with books had surfaced as I had surrounded myself with them since I could pick one up with two hands). They knew that writing was going to be MY thing. And it surely was.
A year and a half after my publication, I sit here in the dark and contemplate the meaning of what it is to be a writer. I couldn't even answer that question wholeheartedly because it has become so second nature to me, that if I could describe in my own thoughts what it is to be a writer, I'd say, "It's like eating. Without it, you will die." I would, that's for sure. Writing had always been my getaway; my sanctuary. Without it, I am Nothing. A paper and pen is something I carry with me in my purse EVERYWHERE I go. Just in case a random thought pops into my head, I'll have somewhere to write it down. Note to self: *Always keep a handy pad and pen next to your bedside... the best thoughts seem to occur in the midst of the night.
A year and a half after my publication, I sit here in the dark and contemplate the meaning of what it is to be a writer. I couldn't even answer that question wholeheartedly because it has become so second nature to me, that if I could describe in my own thoughts what it is to be a writer, I'd say, "It's like eating. Without it, you will die." I would, that's for sure. Writing had always been my getaway; my sanctuary. Without it, I am Nothing. A paper and pen is something I carry with me in my purse EVERYWHERE I go. Just in case a random thought pops into my head, I'll have somewhere to write it down. Note to self: *Always keep a handy pad and pen next to your bedside... the best thoughts seem to occur in the midst of the night.
They say writers are crazy, lonely people. Crazy? Sure. Lonely? Sometimes. But it has absolutely NOTHING to do with who is in your life and how many people surround you with love or happiness. No, you can have about 23 friends and still feel lonely. It's... unfortunate sometimes how lonely writers are. But I have, in no sense of the word, ever felt lonely enough to discourage my love or thrill for writing. In my lifetime, I will have published more books than I anticipate and I will do it all with much anticipation that it will not be my last piece, but the last of the first batch. I will write until the day I die.
All in all, I would like to share with you my new authors spotlight page (link below) that features my book along with other links on the side, in case you are one of those people who read books using your Kindle or iPad. I will say that there is nothing like being able to hold a book in your hand and with every single page that turns, grasping with your nostril, the finer smells of inked paper. If you love poetry as much as I do, than this is the book for you! Thank you for your support and best of wishes in whatever you choose to do!
Nastassja's Authors Spotlight
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