The first time, I was asked to autograph my book, I felt embarrassed and surprised. Honestly, for me, it felt like, getting a surprise birthday party.
At the time, I was still working a public job and the owner of the business called me to his... read more
Like a superstar. But I haven't published a book. Many blessings.
It is like nothing else. That is where came up with the quote on my facebook fan page. "it is kinda like hearing the best song on a really great album for the first time. a song that is so good that you get goosebumps the very first time you hear it. That is what writing is like to me" It was truly a dream come true. It was the oldest dream, and when I finally had that moment happen, it was like everything had its meaning.
I'm not published yet but I have a feeling it will be an outstanding first moment for me.
Autographing your first book is like wetting yourself in dark trousers !
You get this nice warm feeling for a millisecond and nobody else notices.....!
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