Often when I publically speak I share this story from my childhood.
When I was four I learned how to read. I loved reading and wanted to enjoy as many books as I could find. Then when I was five, my mom said we were going to go to the library to see how books were made. In my young mind, I could not wait to discover the secret behind how this happened.
Once inside the library, I clearly remember peering down the stairs as we headed into the basement to this book-making workshop. As eager as I could, I tried to spot the magic! And to my surprise, I saw... PEOPLE!
This was the first moment when I understood that people made books. So right then and there I decided if people made books, I would make books.
The workshop was more about book-binding. But it ended up being perfect for me, because when I left the library that day, I had a newly-made book with empty pages. Right away, I got to work writing my first story.
And the dreams only grew from there.
I still love reading stories. I still love writing stories. But I have discovered a new joy that is richer than I could have imagined.
When that young version of me saw that people made books, I clearly knew I, too, needed to be a part of the magic. Now, in my forties, I am learning, in new ways, how fun it is to help others experience this magical joy of sharing their stories.
The awe of creation continues! I am humbled and thrilled to be at this stage of my love for stories!
Welcome to Patella Publishing Services. A place to Elevate Stories!
-Tara C. Allred
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