@dixondarlin
having one of those weeks where it is doing everything it can to break me...
Sending good vibes your way. Hope things get easier over the weekend and that next week brings back some sunshine ❤️
Loving EVERYTHING about your bio!!
that first sunrise on the reaping trailer has me shaking... they captured this heartbreaking, absolutely brutal story with beauty and accuracy and such rawness of pain. any doubts or any hesitation I had about how they were going to do this adaptation is out the window. it looks amazing and honors this book and these characters like they've always done.
2026, I'm ready for you!❤️
Wow, today marks my 9 year anniversary on this platform. When I sit and think about that milestone, I'm hit with so many different emotions...
this platform has been a safe space for me, a happy place, a support system and an outlet that has impacted and influenced my life in ways I'll never be able to fully express my gratitude for.
the people I have gotten to connect with on this platform, the generous souls and beautiful hearts of those who have not only given me a space to share and be seen in my writing, to feel comradery in the characters and worlds I feel passionate about, and who show me endless support and kindness through everything in my life... has been a blessing. a pure gift that I am forever grateful for.
my writing has been a journey. from my very first one shot in 2016, to 2025 where I finally started sharing a longer length book with you all. to watch my writing grow over the years, sometimes in real time or in the moments when I look back and see just how much growth and change I've made is something special. to witness yourself and your work evolve and truly discover what your voice in writing truly is... that's a priceless experience.
I am proud of every piece, every story, every one shot, every single word. I am proud of myself, the love and passion and time I've given to my writing. I am proud of who I am as a writer and what I've created.❤️
I want to say with a heart bursting with gratitude and love, how thankful I am for every single one of you who has supported me over these 9 years. those of you who have taken the time to read my writing, to vote, to leave heartwarming comments, to reach out to me and really leave me feeling like I have connections and friendships here that I will always treasure.
I never could've imagined 9 years ago, where this account, where my writing would be today... but I look at these 9 years with nothing but tears of happiness, pride and gratitude.❤️
current updating outlook for the remainder of 2025...❤️
although I am not actively writing at the moment, these are the times when I'm so happy I plan ahead. as it allows myself to have updates to share even when I'm not currently creating. I thought I would share my current plans for updates for the rest of this year with you all! (how is 2025 almost over!?)
Chapter Seven of Florence coming the last week of November.
Chapter Eight and Chapter Nine of Florence coming in December.
And a special Thomas Shelby One Shot to finish out 2025 and ring in the new year!
I can't wait to share all of these pieces with you all and cannot thank you enough for all of your continued love and support. especially as my writing has slowed and stumbled this year. I appreciate you all more than you know!❤️
hey darling long time no speak! or not long time but... i hope you're keeping well <3
@cqntralperk aw, you are so sweet! I've missed you! thank you so much for your message, it brightened my day! I hope you've been well and that life has been kind to you these past few months!❤️
trying to kick start or even just slowly dip my toe back into my writing after I haven't written in months is so difficult and disheartening... even though I desperately want to, it just feels so challenging to jump back into it.
@dixondarlin Hello my love, this has happened to me before too and what always helps me is to truly allow myself to have bad writing. Get that blank document and just type. Don't worry about making it good or holding it up to some standard, just let the words flow.
I hope you can find the inspiration soon, friend I’ll be here cheering you on in the mean time!! You’re awesome!
@dixondarlin You're a fabulous writer - it will come! If it helps, when I feel that way I just get it out of my head and onto the screen without overthinking it. Once it's out you can edit as much as you like until you're happy. ❤️
I miss the days of my active writing, it definitely feels like I've been missing a part of myself the longer I go without writing.❤️
I keep holding onto the love I have for it, a passion that may feel more of a flicker right now but nevertheless, a fire that will never completely burn out. I keep holding onto the hope that I have for the days when it will start to come back and I continue to give myself the patience and grace to say "It's okay to take the time, it will come back when it can and when you're ready."❤️
But I do want to thank you all again for continuing to support me and my writing, for not giving up on me and my works and for truly helping to keep me motivated and encouraged. I appreciate you all greatly!❤️
@llxcifers this touched my heart right when I needed it, thank you for these incredibly kind, understanding and empathetic words! especially coming from someone who I deeply admire and look up to as a writer, I continue to come back and read your works because they are inspiring and you are truly so talented!! thank you dearly for taking the time to leave these words, they are so valued and something I needed. I appreciate you greatly!!❤️
@dixondarlin | I hope inspiration finds you, dear, sooner rather the later if it can be helped, because I know how strange it can feel for someone with a true passion for writing to have to take a break, and see life without that integral piece of it. If you ever feel like you need to vent, or you need advice on getting back to writing, do not hesitate to reach out ❤️ I am here for you!
Dear friend, I hope you are doing well! I hope the end of the year is treating you well, and I hope your project of your new book is coming along amazing! Haven’t been on here as much, but I hope you are well! Remember I’m here if you ever need a friend!
@dixondarlin Of course! I hope all is well! I will be reading some of you new book.
@WinterRoseShelby this is very thoughtful of you, thank you so much! I hope that life is being kind to you as well!♡
oh my goodness, I just saw that Florence | A Thomas Shelby Short Story is ranked #1 in #tommyshelby!! I cannot believe what I'm seeing!❤️ From the absolute bottom of my heart, I thank every single one of you who has decided to come along on this writing journey of mine! This book has been a passion project from the very beginning and to see the support its been garnering and the way you all are embracing it, makes me so emotional. Honestly. The pride I hold for this story, the love and time and dedication I poured into creating it, is unmatched. I seriously can’t believe this, this is so incredibly surprising and what an absolute milestone and honor! I'm so emotional right now and what a beautiful ray of unexpected light that just brightened my entire week! Thank you, truly, thank you for supporting me and my writing. It has more of an impact than you'll ever know!❤️
