![]() What’s the best thing about being a writer? I came up with the idea for what would become my first finished novel there (it got me my first agent, but it never sold) and when the teacher, Lori Rader-Day, saw my writing and learned it was my first class, she said, “I think you’re a mystery writer.” She invited me to join the Mystery Writers of America Midwest Chapter (which she was president of at the time) as well as Sisters in Crime Chicagoland, and that’s how it all began for me. Writing the stories I’ve always wanted to read, and impacting other readers and writers like me. I can’t even begin to explain how good it feels to see the excitement other Filipinos have when they see/hear about my book, and knowing that I’m part of the growing representation of Fil-Ams in publishing. I’ve also had the privilege of receiving messages from readers telling me how much my book meant to them and their own reading/writing journey. It’s things like that that keep me going during the hard times.ĭefinitely teleportation. If I could just snap my fingers and be anywhere in the world, think of all the time and money I’d save! Also great for those days when you’re dragging but need to get to work on time.Īre you an introvert or extrovert? What’s that best thing about being an (introvert or extrovert)? I love traveling but hate the actual “travel” aspect.
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