Shatter Dusk Readers:

I've received numerous emails that I've tried personally responding to. I thought it would be better if I just sent out a group message and hope that you will find it as I can no longer email each of you! I'm so sorry about this- it's just gotten to be too much at this point.

If you would like information about what happened to the story and how to continue reading it, the information is below.

Thanks,

B

Friday evening I updated the story. Within a half-hour, my inbox was flooded with a lot of information that I'm still trying to make sense of. From the details I have ascertained, my account was hacked into and my story was deleted by a reader who did not like the update. I was also reported, flagged, or something- I can't quite figure it out yet- sorry.

First, I have to say that I love to write. It represents my time, my energy, my thoughts and my dreams. This is very personal for me and it means a great deal. I really love the enjoyment I get out of writing for all of you; that includes your emails and reviews- both positive and negative. I take everything constructively and try to move forward and grow as a writer. This update, however, I literally received "hate-mail." I have to admit, I've had bad emails and reviews before (even for this update), but this was a bit hard to swallow. And, yes, I understand that each person is entitled to their own opinion. In fact, I respect individuals that come to me tactfully and offer their opinions.

Now, having said that— I will not stand for name calling, accusations, and offensive vulgarity! If you don't particularly care for my chapter or story and you'd like to tell me that, please be tactful about it.

As for right now- this is my story (which is very, very loosely based on S.M. characters' in the Twilight Saga.)This is my baby. And I'm a protective momma. I feel very violated right now that someone hacked into my account and deleted my story and left me several messages telling me some pretty awful things. Since I'm not a "selfish whore" and I don't want to "kill myself;" nor do I "support the abuse of women everywhere" I have to say that this is completely unacceptable, especially since it is over a story that is completely fictional! And, unfortunately, the results of their actions affect everyone. I will be leaving my story deleted and I highly doubt that I will not be posting on fanfic anymore, either.

I will, however, try to start posting my story on another website. If you would like to know which website that will be, PM me and let me know of your request. Once I pick one, I will alert everyone that has PM'd me. I hope that you each can respect my choice to do this.

Thank you all,

B