“Elle” Update

It’s real, she’s real, but it all feels unreal.

I finished copy edits and have proofreading, formatting, + cover art on deck. It’s happening. After six years, I’m going to be a published author.

It’s been rough the past six years, especially the last few. Everything in life pulls me away from my writing, my dreams, and my goals, but as I realized a few days ago, I’m still making progress.

I wrote my book.

Finished my book.

Edited my book.

Queried my book.

And soon, I will say that I published my book.

That’s not being stagnant, that’s accomplishment. Perseverance.

A publisher is still considering Elle, but I refuse to put all of my eggs in one basket and wait to be chosen. I’ll be ready, Elle will be ready for Fall 2025.

I don’t know if I can ever fully express the emotions colliding in my body, my mind. I’m beyond ecstatic, but asking myself, am I allowed to feel this way? Will it last or will the shoe drop?

I’m not sure, but at this moment, I’m so incredibly proud. I can see the finish line, and can only imagine that this process will move a little faster for my next novel.

Addie + Grey are demanding to have their story told - and I absolutely cannot wait to share it.