By Alex Blackwell
“It’s time to trust my instincts, close my eyes and leap.” ~ Stephen Schwartz

I have officially, formally, enthusiastically and wholeheartedly started my book.

After years of thinking about it, talking about it, and planning the book in my head, there are now words written on paper.

I’ve hired Ali Luke as my writing coach. She serves as a technical adviser and an accountability partner. I’ve scheduled time to write every night. Mary Beth is picking up the slack with Emily’s homework. I’ve completed the plot summary and character descriptions. The book has structure and direction.

But the most important thing I’ve done is I’ve taken a leap of faith.

The biggest obstacle I faced in the past was I couldn’t see myself writing a book. How could I work, blog, be... More...