Dear Wattpad Family,
For a long time, this platform has been a place where I shared pieces of my imagination and my heart. But the journey here hasn’t been easy. I’ve faced setbacks, discouragement, and even the pain of seeing my stories copied. Each moment tested how much I believed in myself and my voice as a writer.
Over time, I’ve come to realize something deeply important: I wasn’t showing up as my most authentic self. As an African American writer, I began to feel that my stories weren’t fully reflecting the voices, experiences, and characters that are a part of who I am. I held parts of myself back, and in doing so, my writing didn’t always represent the truth of my perspective.
There were also moments when I felt discouraged after being turned down by Wattpad creators I hoped to collaborate with. Those experiences hurt more than I expected, but they also pushed me to reflect on what I truly want my writing to stand for.
Because of that reflection, I’ve decided to take my stories down and step away for a while to rebrand and rebuild from the ground up. I’m not entirely sure what this next chapter will look like yet, and it may take time. But I know that when I return, I want my stories to fully represent my voice, my culture, and the authenticity I’ve come to realize is so important.
This isn’t about regret. I’m proud of the stories I wrote and grateful for everything I created here. Those stories were part of my growth, and they helped shape the writer I’m becoming. Starting over isn’t giving up—it’s choosing to grow.
Thank you to everyone who read my work, supported me, and shared this journey with me. Your encouragement has meant more than you know.
For now, I’m stepping back to rediscover my voice and create something that truly feels like me.
With gratitude,
YoursTruly
