Like the werewolves in my stories, I have always had an inner monologue. I have an alter ego named Kat, the part of me that does not give a rat's ass about what people think of her decision. Diane, the unaltered ego, is a people pleaser. Like to a major fault. I came up with the name dikatomy, because I am always there in my head, talking shit about me. I have a love/hate relationship with myself. It's who I am and I am okay with it. I really don't have much of a choice in the matter. 
 
When I began reading shifter fiction at a rate bordering on obsession, I was inspired to begin writing. I have always loved to read and write, and I have been trying to write a novel for forty years. I never realized that maybe I just needed to start writing and let the story unfold, trusting it to come to me. And it finally worked. My main project right now is "Getting Lucky," which I am adding a chapter to daily, sometimes two.  More reader interaction would make me soooooo happy!

In real life, I conduct insurance surveys, and struggle with anxiety and depression that has plagued me my whole life. Writing is helping me find confidence as I attempt to rejoin the world after years of solitude. Hope to hear from you soon.