The Journey to Becoming a Writer

This chapter chronicles the speaker's evolution as a writer, starting from childhood experiences with storytelling to a transformative life event in 2001 that deepened their commitment to the craft. It explores the appeal of romantic fiction and the author's creative process, particularly in relation to their book 'As Darkness Falls', alongside their research process for writing intertwined romance and crime narratives. The chapter also highlights the importance of community support, workshopping, and finding one's unique writing voice.