EVELYN

"Awww, this is so good, Evelyn." Ava gasped hugging my edited manuscript to her chest like her life depended on it. "I couldn't even put it down till the last full stop."

"Really?" I bit my lips nervously.

"Yes, girl. Trust me, people would love this book."

"Ava, please be honest with me. I know we're best friends, is there any loopholes or..."

"Don't let me smack this book on your head. I'm giving you my review as a reader not your bestie."

"Thank you. My mom submitted it to the publishing house yesterday. Hopefully there will be some good news."

"This would really sell."

"I hope so. I...