Ever wondered if you’re “too young” to write a book? (or too—anything! You fill in the blank!) At age 19, Lauren Kinney decided that the only “qualification” she needed was her own permission. With her first published book, Unshakeable: Overcoming Fear to Discover a Life of Freedom, out now, Kinney’s story shows us all that, if we’re making excuses not to write, we’re getting in our own way.

Lauren Kinney is an author and blogger based in Arlington, Texas. Connect with her on Instagram @laurennkinney or at thelaurenkinney.com