Hi everyone. As many of y'all know, I have become less active on Wattpad over the last few years. I've been on this platform since I was in the 6th grade (6 years ago) and I have definitely enjoyed every second of it. I joined after being annoyed with my friend for constantly talking about it. After reading a few fanfics, I decided to write one of my own. My first was called My Peter, which was my first book about Peter Pan from OUAT. Then I began writing more frequently, on here and in everyday life. Throughout the rest of my junior high and into my high school years, I wrote many fanfics, won awards for writing in school, and fell very much in love with creative writing. All because I joined this wonderful app.
But over the last few years (beginning my sophomore year), I slowly got into a writing slump. My creativity was wiped out. Thinking back, I honestly think it was my English teacher that I had in both 10th and 11th grades. I think she robbed me of my confidence in both myself and in my writing. So, I stopped writing. A few times I have tried to force myself to sit down and pump out a chapter or two or start a new book, but I could never do it.
Now, I have just graduated high school (not with a ceremony because, you know, corona) and I'm going off to college in the fall (GEAUX TIGERS) to study English. And after much thought, I've decided to retire my Wattpad account. I just can't see myself writing on here or using the app in any way in college.
To all the wonderful people who have supported me over the last 6 years, thank you so much. Y'all have helped me through so much and you all encouraged my love of creating stories. You all hold a special place in my heart.
Much love,
Kate <3