I have wanted to write since I was 8 years old. It took me 26 years to do it: at 34, I finally completed my first novel (different pen name; I might reveal it to you when we know each other better). It went on to become an international bestseller, and I penned 7 more with world-famous publishing houses. I always knew I wanted to set the rules for myself, and have toyed with the idea of publishing my books myself since 2010. But I was scared to do it. It took me 7 years to ta