Hi M&M,
I just came across your message and realized it’s been there for a while. My notifications weren’t on at the time, so I had no idea you had messaged me. I’m really sorry for the late reply.
First of all, congratulations on publishing your first work. I know how scary it can be to finally press publish, so the fact that you did it is already a big step. And please don’t call your writing mediocre. Every writer feels that way about their own work, especially at the beginning.
The best advice I can give is to keep writing, keep reading, and don’t be afraid to try different things. Your voice will grow stronger the more you write.
Also, thank you for such a kind message. It honestly meant a lot to read. I’m really glad you shared your story, and I’m excited to see what you write next.