As the title suggests, apparently I'm a published author now. A short story I had written last year is now published in paperback, along with a collection of 40 other works of poetry and prose by other authors. To be honest, I have very mixed feelings about it. Yes, I'm proud of this accomplishment, a bit more insightful, possibly regretful, but mostly indifferent.

The story of mine that appears in Sweet Wolverine was picked from a worldwide selection, so that in itself is an honor. And becoming a published author at an age like mine doesn't happen quite often, so that's also a major accomplishment.

However, the reason why I feel regretful is because I had written this short story for a school-related assignment, so not a lot of thought went into the process of it all. It wasn't one of my best works. I didn't spend a lot of time pondering the diction or the plot, and reading it over again after a year had passed made me realize how much better the story would have been if I had written it as the writer I am now. If anything, it only made me see my own growth as a writer, so I guess this is just something to take and look back on as I progress even further.

Another thing that really changed my mind was seeing my name in print. I've never been particularly fond of my name, in my opinion it's not very unique or original, and just recently I had this thought that if I ever did become a published author I would create a pen name for myself. But seeing my name in ink made me realize that I wouldn't mind publishing a novel under my own real name. A change in my character, if you will.

If by chance you do check out the book, sorry to disappoint but I won't be giving out the title of my work or my name for the sake of privacy.

Side note: I'm not getting any royalties out of this a.k.a. money which contributes to my indifference. Although I am aware that not everything is about $$$, a person needs to make a living too, okay? LOL.

I think I've basically covered everything that I've mused upon this matter, so thanks for reading. :)