It's really funny, actually, because every time I absolutely despise something I've written, people seem to love it. Every time I love something I've written, people just generally poke at it warily with a stick. ;)

Really, it sucked my soul because I barely edited (and when I did, I was drunk - so apparently I was trying to channel Hemingway?)

I'm really glad you think I write in character! I always get iffy and twitchy when it comes to that. And I am counting. I'm going to merge the "People Who Voted for Me" list with my "Christmas Presents to Buy" list, so you're in good standing. ;)
Thanks!