"A writer, I think, is someone who pays

attention to the world."

- Susan Sontag

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My name is Julia Ortiz, and writing is what makes me happy. I write poems, I write stories, I write to make sense of the world and to escape it. I want to share not only my writing, but my experiences and reflections, with all of you. I don't know everything about writing (not even close!) but I would love to share a bit of the wisdom I've gathered along the way with you.

I hope that my ideas and advice will help you along your way and encourage you to be the best writer that you can be, to push yourself beyond your limits, and to be proud of your work. For those of you who cannot help but write, you are in good company here!