Inspiration for XOXO Hayden

Music has always been a big part of my writing. It’s what inspires and motivates me, often giving me ideas for stories and characters. I’ve always been a big Smiths/Morrissey fan and am particularly obsessed with the song, “Paint a Vulgar Picture.” No matter how many times, I listen to it, I’m always struck by the sadness of it. Of an unrequited, tortured love between a world famous pop star and a lovelorn suburban teenager. Read more…