From College to Career: A Personal Journey

In this chapter, the speaker reflects on their choice to attend UC Riverside and the pivotal experiences that shaped their transition from student to professional. They share personal anecdotes about their journey through high school, early aspirations in political science, and the hands-on experiences gained while working in the literary world. The narrative emphasizes the value of real-world opportunities over traditional education, highlighting the transformative nature of this decision and its impact on their writing career.