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A to Z Reflections

Hello readers,

If you're here for my writer's voice entry, enjoy it! But then come back here to see what I have to say about having just finished the A to Z Challenge. This year happened to be my first time doing it. I've seen other bloggers do it before and always thought I should do it. And I finally did.

I may have some days full of inspiration and days where none came and I didn't want to post on my blog. But I did. I enjoyed seeing/reading what my blogger friends had to share. I enjoyed seeing/reading new blogger friends.

I enjoyed finding Muslim girl poets like Sania and Zainab. Finding short stories by Sarah and Christine. And tips from Tara, Crystal, and Courtney. Thanks, ladies!

I enjoyed getting new readers and comments. I love the loyalty and I hope it continues.

Btw, if you remember during the big reveal/preview that I said I'd be having a poetry collection published by the end of the year. Well, I found a self-publishing platform to go along with. For now, I need to make a specific plan. And of course, I'll keep you updated.

Oh, wait! What's your favorite poem from this challenge?

Thanks & Love, Fida Islaih
(all writing is mine & copyrighted unless stated otherwise).
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saniya said…
*Gasp* you're self publishing your poetry? Hats off to u sister. And all the best! :)
May 3, 2013 at 9:10 AM
Simply Sarah said…
Thanks for the mention :) I'd love to chat with you about self publishing some time. I've had a few people think I should do something with my story collection and I'd like to at least look into it.
May 3, 2013 at 9:21 AM
Ghadeer said…
I'm glad you took part and I got to meet your blog!
May 3, 2013 at 11:54 AM
Laura S. said…
Hello, Fida! Thanks for leaving a comment on my reflections post. Something went wonky with my blog and that post went up too early and then when I fixed all the comments :( But I remembered to come back and pay your blog a visit! Congrats on finishing the Challenge AND for getting your poetry collection published!! That's really exciting!

Hope you have a great weekend!

Happy reading and writing! from Laura Marcella @ Wavy Lines
May 3, 2013 at 12:51 PM
Tara Tyler said…
so excited for you!!
your a to z poetry was fantastic! you have such a talent for it! poetry lovers will sing your praises =)

best wishes for smooth publishing!
May 5, 2013 at 8:22 AM
Fida Islaih said…
Thank you everyone!!
May 5, 2013 at 8:43 AM
Kristen said…
Congrats on finishing A to Z! Now I'm curious, and I'll have to go back and visit all of your posts. :) I wish you all the best on your self-publishing adventures.

#atozchallenge reflections on Kristen's blog: A to Z Reflections
May 6, 2013 at 3:24 PM
Christine Rains said…
Thank you. Your poems were lovely. I hope to see more here. :)
May 6, 2013 at 10:22 PM
Unknown said…
I failed at the challenge. :/ School got in the way! I commend you! Poetry is not easy at all! I'm so happy you're following through with your self-publishing idea! How awesome!
May 8, 2013 at 9:07 PM
Mina Lobo said…
Good for you, for choosing to put your poetry out into the world yourself! It's a brave, and scary, thing to do. So from one Indie to another - I salute you! :-)
May 9, 2013 at 7:55 PM
Fida Islaih said…
Don't feel bad, at least you tried (: And thank you (:
May 9, 2013 at 8:10 PM
Crystal Collier said…
Eek, thanks for the mention! I've been embarrassingly absent and behind, but I enjoyed your poetry. I don't know that I could pick a favorite... I'm sending virtual cheese your way and wishing you much luck with publishing. *deep breath* YOU CAN DO IT!
May 10, 2013 at 11:49 AM
Fida Islaih said…
Thanks for the cheese and love!! And you're welcome!
May 10, 2013 at 12:18 PM
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