JessaMartell

It's been 4 years...
          	
          	You know how you start something, and you love it, and then things keep coming up, and suddenly it's 4 years later and you're still stuck on book number 2?
          	Yeah, me neither.
          	Jokes aside, I'm kind of awed by how many people are still reading my work. I will be brutally honest, because, let's face it, writing is brutal. I have gone through a serious bout of depression and anxiety. Life has not given me a break, and I just could not get past the first few chapters of the sequel to Untethered. Every time I felt like I was ready to tackle writing again, something else would come up.
          	
          	I felt like a failure. Then COVID hit. Man. I know we've all been through so much in the last couple of years. I've had it easier than some and tougher than some more. My daughter was home for school full time last year and the end of the year before. Suddenly, I'm a homeschool teacher, and WTF.  She's been back since the beginning of this school year but it's been nerve-wracking.
          	
          	In July, we lost my step-dad to COVID. Suddenly, my mom was a widow, and heavily relying on me. It's been mentally and emotionally difficult, and the energy to write just wasn't there.
          	
          	The last couple of months things have gotten better. Everyone is more settled. I decided to finish this book once and for all. I've picked at at the book. I managed about 8 complete chapters over the last 4 years. I *want* to write. I love it. So, I started modest. I signed up for Camp NaNo, and set a goal for 20k words. 
          	
          	And then, bam, my dad was diagnosed with Lymphoma this week. I'm still writing. Even if I only get a few words a day. I need it. I realized part of myself has been shoved into a box while I dealt with everything and everyone else.
          	
          	I don't know why I'm writing this except to say, I'm still here. I'm struggling, and beaten up, but I'm here. Sorry this is so long-winded. I hope you are all okay. I'd love to hear from any of you. Let me know how you're doing. 
          	
          	Take care, 
          	Jessa <3

JessaMartell

@RubyWings  I'm so sorry. It is so much pressure! I hope you're doing okay <3
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JessaMartell

@rskovach  Thank you <3  I really appreciate that
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JessaMartell

It's been 4 years...
          
          You know how you start something, and you love it, and then things keep coming up, and suddenly it's 4 years later and you're still stuck on book number 2?
          Yeah, me neither.
          Jokes aside, I'm kind of awed by how many people are still reading my work. I will be brutally honest, because, let's face it, writing is brutal. I have gone through a serious bout of depression and anxiety. Life has not given me a break, and I just could not get past the first few chapters of the sequel to Untethered. Every time I felt like I was ready to tackle writing again, something else would come up.
          
          I felt like a failure. Then COVID hit. Man. I know we've all been through so much in the last couple of years. I've had it easier than some and tougher than some more. My daughter was home for school full time last year and the end of the year before. Suddenly, I'm a homeschool teacher, and WTF.  She's been back since the beginning of this school year but it's been nerve-wracking.
          
          In July, we lost my step-dad to COVID. Suddenly, my mom was a widow, and heavily relying on me. It's been mentally and emotionally difficult, and the energy to write just wasn't there.
          
          The last couple of months things have gotten better. Everyone is more settled. I decided to finish this book once and for all. I've picked at at the book. I managed about 8 complete chapters over the last 4 years. I *want* to write. I love it. So, I started modest. I signed up for Camp NaNo, and set a goal for 20k words. 
          
          And then, bam, my dad was diagnosed with Lymphoma this week. I'm still writing. Even if I only get a few words a day. I need it. I realized part of myself has been shoved into a box while I dealt with everything and everyone else.
          
          I don't know why I'm writing this except to say, I'm still here. I'm struggling, and beaten up, but I'm here. Sorry this is so long-winded. I hope you are all okay. I'd love to hear from any of you. Let me know how you're doing. 
          
          Take care, 
          Jessa <3

JessaMartell

@RubyWings  I'm so sorry. It is so much pressure! I hope you're doing okay <3
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JessaMartell

@rskovach  Thank you <3  I really appreciate that
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heidi1504

Loved your book 'Untethered'. It kept me hooked till the end with lucid writing, relatable characters and a gripping narrative. I so wish I didn't have to go to the other book for some chapters, but on the hind sight that break would remind me to vote on the chapters.
          
          Cheers.
          Heidi

heidi1504

@JessaMartell So good to see your message. I think it is a good thing that your story is available like this. This way it can be read by young readers and those who like it non-sexual.
            Have a great day.
            
            xoxo, Heidi
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JessaMartell

@heidi1504 Thank you! When I get a chance I will probably merge them. Some people don't want the mature content, but mostly Wattpad used to exclude books with mature content from rankings which made it hard for new readers to discover. I really appreciate your feedback. It means so much to me that these characters and this story is still affecting people.
            
            Jess ♡
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Itsbellahadid_09

Hey I read your book untethered last year and I want to know if you are going to publish any more books of yours? I really love your book and looking for more. Hope you are doing well. Take care❤

JessaMartell

@Intertwinedhearts I am still writing! I'm not sure when I will have something new to publish, but I'm working on it! It has been a very challenging last few years for me personally, but I write every chance I get. I will definitely announce when I have something new and where it can be read. 
            
            Thank you for checking in. I hope you're well ♡
            
            Jessa
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lileogirl

Hey ...I love untethered...will you write a book on Rosie and Evan ..please do

JessaMartell

@lileogirl I'm so glad you enjoyed it! I am working on Evan & Rosie's story! It is slow going and I'm not sure where I will publish it when it's done but I will sure to post it here when I do :)) 
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_dobby_the_free_elf_

Heyy @jessamartell... I just finished reading your book UNTETHERED and I have to tell you that it's an awesome piece of work. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. Would you be ever writing a book on Evan and Rosie? We never got to know what happened to their love story. I'd love to read their story too.

Puppybhai

@JessaMartell yesss! I'm super happy!!♥️♥️
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JessaMartell

@jovithaSahayaraj @puppybhai Thank you so much ladies! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I am working on Rosie and Evan's story! Life has gotten in the way a bit, but it is in the works :) 
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Puppybhai

@jovithaSahayaraj same thoughts! I just love that book. ♥️♥️♥️ Can't wait for more from this author. 
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GirlEDGD

Your book unteathered is honestly one of the best i’ve ever read! You are such an amazing writer! You should be proud of that!

JessaMartell

@GirlEDGD Thank you so much! I really appreciate your kind words, and I'm so glad you enjoyed my book.
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