My name is W. Justin Hook. I am a writer. I've been a writer. I just never really acknowledged it until now. I've written ever since I was old enough to put pen to paper. I remember when I was in third grade, I wrote a little book about the Ant and the Spider. I even illustrated it. Now it couldn't have been more than 30 words total and maybe 10 pages, but I was so proud of that story, not just because I'd done well on an assignment in Language Arts class, but because I realized that I had a love for writing itself.
Later, in middle school I began to write stories about secret agents on great adventures. I remember the debonnaire spy's name, Mark West. Recently, I saw there was a wine brand 'Mark West.' I thought that was a neat coincidence. Maybe even an omen.
As I grew into my teens, I began to experience the angst-ridden years. I wrote a lot of poetry. Two that I sent into a contest were even published. It didn't really matter to me, though. I wrote because I enjoyed it, not for recognition.
Throughout my years I continued to write, I have many notebooks full of random thoughts and short stories. Now, I've decided to really share my writing with the world. I've decided that although I'm writing for myself, I can still share it with the world to enjoy. I've always enjoyed helping people in my various careers. Now, in my writing passion, I can help others, as well.
Now the name My Little Havana is two-fold: Havana was the place where Hemingway wrote some of his greatest work. Cuba was also the place where the cigar, of which I am a big fan, originated from. I find that my little slice of writing heaven is My Little Havana.
Thank you for your time,
W. Justin Hook
Updates to come. Also, on July 31st, 2012, I will release the first chapter of my currently untitled and unreleased book.
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