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2019.
The first Harry Potter book was published over 21 years back. We’re closer to 2030 than 2000. We’ve lived with Facebook for 15 years now and have been swiping left on Tinder for almost 7 years. That first step on the moon? 50 years ago!
I wasn’t ready for that… I’m never ready for when the number changes and the year turns. And every year, I say: “This year is going to be my year”.
Guess what? For the most part, 2018 was my year. Truly!
I fell into a new relationship with the most wonderful person and found my own slice of romance that rivals any of the stories I write. I moved countries and planted my temporary flag (damn you, Brexit) in the United Kingdom. Something I’ve been wanting for a long time.
I upgraded from a small studio to a nice apartment that despite the complications, is a lovely home. I set up my graphic design business Vampari and wrote a lot more books and stories.
I inspired and I was inspired. I won two reader awards for something I’m truly passionate about; bringing more lesbian books into this world and writing stories that make people laugh, cry, and think. Being recognised in a category like that is just… Something you never think will actually happen. I don’t like bragging about my achievements because it always feels like showing off, but I’d like to work on that too. To stay humble, but not brush my own success away.
So… In that spirit:
But there was more to my year than professional triumphs. 2018 was the first year that I didn’t have to say goodbye to any friends, whether that was because we grew apart or broke apart. My new relationship blossomed into something strong and loving that’s filled with support, kindness, and shared passions. I pushed past a lot of my own fears and surprised myself with what I can do and achieve.
2018 put a spotlight on what I truly want from life and even if it’s with falling and getting up, I’m going for gold. This year will be even better.
A couple of things you can expect from me in 2019
Loads of things that I’m planning for the new year and hopefully, you stick around to see it. I hope you’ve said a fond farewell to 2018 and are ready to make this year, your year. Because I sure will.
Your writer,
Ari
GRIMM’S DWELLER: CHAPTER 1 (A.X. Tape) Why do certain stories pass the test of time while others fade as soon as they’re written? Many people before you have have wondered about that, especially storytellers. But maybe it’s time I let you in on a little …
My Own Human is Arizona Tape’s most popular series. If you’re looking for an intricate and beautiful romance between vampire and human, you won’t be disappointed.
Ade and Heather’s romance dances on the edge between their two civilisations. Their love isn’t just forbidden, it’s impossible. There is no place for their relationship in either of their worlds, but that doesn’t stop them from loving each other. Will the relationship survive?
In a world where humans no longer exist, Vampires rule the planet.
Adrianna never expected to meet the beautiful Heather, a young woman that loves fresh air, dances in the rain, and likes her heartbeat regular. Oh, and is as human as they come.
What now?
Travel 2000 years into the future where the vampire race has taken over our Earth. Discover with Adrianna what happened to the human race and what remains of them. Follow Adrianna down into the rabbit hole as she chases after Heather, human history, and anything else that can shed more light on the connection between human and vampire. Maybe this time around, Adrianna can experience first hand what it means to be human.
Wednesday 12 September 2018 Today marks the day that Royal&Reckless hit the USA Today Bestselling List at #125! To celebrate there was champagne, tipsy Ari, and a bunch of updated graphics. In gaming fashion, we’ll call this “Achievement unlocked”! Buy it now and read Twisted …