@LizziePearson20 Hello!
First of all, I'll address that I am so so so happy you enjoy reading my novels. I am both happy and sad to hear that you feel such emotion in regard to them.
To answer your question, I have experienced a lot of what I write about, though not all. I have done extensive research on the topics, such as that presented in As It Was.
Many of the topics I write about, even if not directly me or family, are personal to me in one way or another and have someone close who may struggle with depression, intrusive thoughts about unaliving, etc
I will be getting on to writing the next chapter of both of the books!
The Darling Boys is one that's near and dear to my heart and I'm excited to rewrite the book in the near future!
If you ever want to chat/talk! You can message me on Instagram under k_weiss_author!
Sending so much love and gratitude!