Every since I was in school I have wanted to write a book - seeing it published was the ultimate goal. After that, well, it didn't really matter that much did it?
Um, actually yes, it turns out it did.
What I now know is that when you put your heart, soul and sanity into writing a book, some sort of validation is a must. If it's a pat on the back from your two friends who read it then that's fine. If it's a party with friends and family to celebrate then that's even better.
What I got back was, now that I take it all in, quite remarkable.
- Radio interviews with the likes of Ryan Tubridy and Ciara Kelly
- Hotlist appearances
- The window display in Dubray bookstore (!)
- Five star reviews on Amazon and Goodreads
- Articles in the national papers
- TV appearances
- Heartfelt messages from people I'd never met, telling me what a difference it had made to their lives (this was truly the best)
- Photos from people spotting it in bookstores
- Outpouring of pure loveliness
- Talks and live readings
- And one of the best nights of my life ever, ever. My lovely, LOVELY book launch.
It's not that I'm boasting (honesty), I just needed to write it all down and have it all recorded in case I forget what actually happened. Or have to pinch myself to believe it.
So dreams really can come true. In fact I'm already working on my next one...
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