As book lovers, we are quick to justify taking time for ourselves to read a good book, recognizing that reading is a form of self-care. The right book can make us laugh or cry or both, releasing endorphins and providing us with a sense of feeling connected. Whatever you’re going through, I hope you find a way to let words heal you.

I used the magical power of google and other online resources for tips and expertise from authors, creators, and other budding writers to help find structure and a path for my concepts and characters. Then I took the hardest step, I put it down on paper. 

Every publishing company starts with a story and Off & Running is no different. I like to think it’s a unique, special story to tell, but isn’t everyone’s in some way? Like every story does, let me start at the beginning.