I find it so exciting to look back at my old writing projects and see how much I've grown. I spent a solid decade writing stories that I never shared because I could tell they weren't very good but I didn't know how to make them better. Several years ago I was so frustrated because I would try to write a book, but I got stuck in the middle and couldn't figure out how to complete the plot.
Last year I finished writing a book with character development and a beginning, middle, and end. I just re-read it and I'm so happy because I actually think it's *good*. I'm proud of it! I want to share it with people!
Now I'm working on a new project--and it's a trilogy! I've never written a series before. I could barely finish a standalone book before. It's really difficult and I still have a lot to figure out, but I'm having so much fun! I keep smiling at random moments because I find the characters so delightful. I can't wait to finish my first draft so I can ask people to read it!