Whispers Of Courage

I sat at my wooden desk and wondered how as a book critic, I was used to giving judgements on other people's literary works. I thought it was the easiest job to do. Then I decided to come out of my comfort zone and write my own book. I had a great story idea in my mind for months, and I wanted to share it with the world.

I spent endless nights writing my drafts with excitement. As I wrote I started to feel a fear, a fear of getting vengeful reviews. I was feeling that my book would be a complete failure, and I would become the subject of ridicule. I imagined horrible reviews that would leave me feeling vulnerable.

I was so afraid that I began to avoid any conversation about my book. When people asked me how the book was coming along, I replied with an unwilling smile and answer. I was too scared to tell anyone that I had not written a word for days.

Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months, with my book incomplete. I was suffocating under the weight of my fear. It was until one day, as I was about to give up on my dream, that I had an enlightenment.

I realised that my fear was preventing me from progressing, and if I did not overcome it, I would never see my published book in my hand. So, I decided to put all my worries aside and allowed myself to write. I wrote without fear, and it was the best adventure of my life.

When I was done with the book, I sent it out into the world and waited for reviews. I was nervous, but I wasn't afraid anymore. I knew I had given it my all, and that was all that mattered.

To my surprise, my book was a huge success! Readers loved it and called it a remarkable debut. I felt happy and confident. I had faced my fear, and I was proud of myself.

Looking back, I realised that fear is nothing but a lie; it is us who make it real. If we can overcome it, then we can overcome anything.

Today, I am thankful for the circumstances that led me here. I am proud to be a writer and even more proud to conquer my greatest fear.