For several years after the book was left on my bookshelf untouched

Question

after or afterward(s)? And there should be a comma after "after/afterward(s)", right?

Answer 1

I would use - For several years the book was left untouched on my bookshelf.

Answer 2

thank you!

Answer 3

For several years the book was left untouched on my bookshelf—I had lost my interest in it.

is the punctuation correct?
and should there be no comma after years?

Answer 4

There should be a comma after "years," yes.

There should be a period after "bookshelf." Then start a new sentence. You don't used dashes to separate complete sentences.

Answer 5

thank you for your help!

Answer 6

You're very welcome!