Ask the Author: Richelle E. Goodrich
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Richelle E. Goodrich
Congratulations on your book, Roger! Writing an entire manuscript is no small accomplishment. You can contact me via my author email account at [email protected] I look forward to hearing about your book.
Richelle E. Goodrich
Dennis,
Thank you for your question. I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I was raised in the church, taught the gospel of Jesus Christ by my wonderful mom. I am forever grateful to her for faithfully taking me to church and for reading me the scriptures. It wasn’t until my early adulthood that I was truly converted to Christianity. Since then, I have tried to live my life as a disciple of Christ. Though I sometimes fall short, I try to exemplify Christ’s teachings in what I say and do. Much of my writing reflects this.
Thank you for your question. I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I was raised in the church, taught the gospel of Jesus Christ by my wonderful mom. I am forever grateful to her for faithfully taking me to church and for reading me the scriptures. It wasn’t until my early adulthood that I was truly converted to Christianity. Since then, I have tried to live my life as a disciple of Christ. Though I sometimes fall short, I try to exemplify Christ’s teachings in what I say and do. Much of my writing reflects this.
Richelle E. Goodrich
Brenna,
Did you know I majored in the natural sciences and minored in mathematics? I have a BA in liberal studies and a BAEd in science/math education. I grew up loving math and science. Truth be told, I took math classes throughout college as my "easy" hours to keep my GPA high! My point is not to brag but to support the fact that plenty of girls (like me) are math and science buffs.
When I was growing up, I never felt like it was a "boys club." Perhaps because I was the high test scores to beat in biology, geometry, pre-calculus, etcetera. My dad convinced me at a young age that I could do anything I set my mind to. He said my duty was to "always do my best." I believed my father, and I have lived life confident in his words.
That said, I feel that my female characters are strong individuals. Sha Eena, the main character in the Harrowbethian Saga, is a highly capable queen who has the power to manipulate energy in any form, changing it from light to heat to chemical energy as needed. I have woven my own invented mythology with existing mythology in this saga for fun. Some readers might recognize names like Prometheus, Anesidora, Naga, and Ascultone. I didn't include much mathematics in the story, however. But I do like the idea of creating a book centered around a mathematical mystery or a female mathematician or just a shrewd female problem-solver. I'll have to brainstorm and come up with a creative plot. Math is problem solving made fun, and I think it could be the basis for some clever stories. Feel free to offer suggestions. I love the idea!
Did you know I majored in the natural sciences and minored in mathematics? I have a BA in liberal studies and a BAEd in science/math education. I grew up loving math and science. Truth be told, I took math classes throughout college as my "easy" hours to keep my GPA high! My point is not to brag but to support the fact that plenty of girls (like me) are math and science buffs.
When I was growing up, I never felt like it was a "boys club." Perhaps because I was the high test scores to beat in biology, geometry, pre-calculus, etcetera. My dad convinced me at a young age that I could do anything I set my mind to. He said my duty was to "always do my best." I believed my father, and I have lived life confident in his words.
That said, I feel that my female characters are strong individuals. Sha Eena, the main character in the Harrowbethian Saga, is a highly capable queen who has the power to manipulate energy in any form, changing it from light to heat to chemical energy as needed. I have woven my own invented mythology with existing mythology in this saga for fun. Some readers might recognize names like Prometheus, Anesidora, Naga, and Ascultone. I didn't include much mathematics in the story, however. But I do like the idea of creating a book centered around a mathematical mystery or a female mathematician or just a shrewd female problem-solver. I'll have to brainstorm and come up with a creative plot. Math is problem solving made fun, and I think it could be the basis for some clever stories. Feel free to offer suggestions. I love the idea!
Richelle E. Goodrich
Becoming a good writer takes time and practice, the same as developing any talent. In my opinion, the most effective ways to improve your skills at writing are to do the following:
First, read well-written books in a variety of genres. Reading excellent literature trains your mind to recognize excellent writing. It also helps develop a sense for story structure, descriptive writing, and how to capture and keep a reader's attention. Start a writing journal for making notes about things that stand out as you read. Use these notes to improve your own writing.
Second, purchase a grammar book and study it. Review the rules of grammar often by reading one or two pages now and then as a refresher course. After learning the rules of proper grammar and punctuation, be sure to use them.
Third, and most importantly, write a little everyday. Write stories, poetry, letters, journal entries, song lyrics, essays, observations....anything! Write without worrying about the quality of the work. Once you finish, take time to read it over and edit your work. Set it aside for a few days and then read and edit the work again. A piece of writing should undergo multiple edits before it is finished. If you compare the first draft to the final written work, it should be obvious why editing is so important.
I hope this helps. No single, perfect path exists that leads to becoming a good writer. The real magic in writing is to love what you write, and to write what you love.
First, read well-written books in a variety of genres. Reading excellent literature trains your mind to recognize excellent writing. It also helps develop a sense for story structure, descriptive writing, and how to capture and keep a reader's attention. Start a writing journal for making notes about things that stand out as you read. Use these notes to improve your own writing.
Second, purchase a grammar book and study it. Review the rules of grammar often by reading one or two pages now and then as a refresher course. After learning the rules of proper grammar and punctuation, be sure to use them.
Third, and most importantly, write a little everyday. Write stories, poetry, letters, journal entries, song lyrics, essays, observations....anything! Write without worrying about the quality of the work. Once you finish, take time to read it over and edit your work. Set it aside for a few days and then read and edit the work again. A piece of writing should undergo multiple edits before it is finished. If you compare the first draft to the final written work, it should be obvious why editing is so important.
I hope this helps. No single, perfect path exists that leads to becoming a good writer. The real magic in writing is to love what you write, and to write what you love.
Richelle E. Goodrich
Here are three two-sentence horror stories for you:
1) They said there was no one in the room, nothing but a dead, bloody, severed hand. Turns out it wasn't dead.
2) He had warned her to stay away during a full moon, but she didn't believe in werewolves. All they found was her bloody dress clawed to shreds.
3) A cry for help isn't always a damsel in distress. It was the last lesson he learned on this unforgiving earth.
1) They said there was no one in the room, nothing but a dead, bloody, severed hand. Turns out it wasn't dead.
2) He had warned her to stay away during a full moon, but she didn't believe in werewolves. All they found was her bloody dress clawed to shreds.
3) A cry for help isn't always a damsel in distress. It was the last lesson he learned on this unforgiving earth.
Richelle E. Goodrich
Oh! I would go to Wonderland and have tea and cake with the Hatter. I might even convince him to try a cup of hot cocoa!
Richelle E. Goodrich
I doubt I will get through all the books on my current summer reading list, but they are as follows:
The entire Chronicles of Narnia by C.S.Lewis
The Chrestomanci Series by Diana Wynne Jones
Six of Crow by Leigh Bardugo
Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs
The Secret of Platform 13 by Eva Ibbotson
The Call by Peadar O'Guilin
The Girl of Ink and Stars by Kiran Millwood Hargrave
Knights of the Borrowed Dark by Dave Rudden
Rebel of the Sands by Alwyn Hamilton
The Rest of Us Just Live Here by Patrick Ness
Eena, The Two Sisters by Richelle E. Goodrich
The entire Chronicles of Narnia by C.S.Lewis
The Chrestomanci Series by Diana Wynne Jones
Six of Crow by Leigh Bardugo
Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs
The Secret of Platform 13 by Eva Ibbotson
The Call by Peadar O'Guilin
The Girl of Ink and Stars by Kiran Millwood Hargrave
Knights of the Borrowed Dark by Dave Rudden
Rebel of the Sands by Alwyn Hamilton
The Rest of Us Just Live Here by Patrick Ness
Eena, The Two Sisters by Richelle E. Goodrich
Richelle E. Goodrich
Parker, rest assured, the 4th book is coming out very soon; it is scheduled for release this summer. The 5th book will follow closely after, most likely to be released sometime during the upcoming winter season.
I, like you, have been frustrated by the length of time it is taking to get all six books in the Harrowbethian Saga published and available for readers to enjoy. Switching from one publisher to an entirely self-pub platform forced me to start over with editing, formatting, and finally releasing book 1 in the Eena series. And then there were my other books that also required time and attention. I now have eight total books out for readers to enjoy (three Eena books.) That is a big accomplishment considering the small amount of free time I have to devote to this process.
The fact is, most indie writers, like myself, hold a day job in order to pay the bills. This chews up a great amount of our waking hours--hours I would most certainly prefer to spend writing. After work, there is family to care for, meals to prepare, and house chores requiring at least a minimal amount of attention. That leaves maybe an hour or two in the evening to devote to my books.
I appreciate your anxious wait, and I will try to work faster to get the remainder of the Harrowbethian Saga edited, formatted, and published ASAP! For you, Parker, I have posted the first chapters of this book on my author blog--something to help with your wait. Just visit the webpage below. Thank you for your eager question, for your interest in my books, and for your incredible patience. Now, I better get back to editing Eena book 4!
http://eenabookfour.blogspot.com/
I, like you, have been frustrated by the length of time it is taking to get all six books in the Harrowbethian Saga published and available for readers to enjoy. Switching from one publisher to an entirely self-pub platform forced me to start over with editing, formatting, and finally releasing book 1 in the Eena series. And then there were my other books that also required time and attention. I now have eight total books out for readers to enjoy (three Eena books.) That is a big accomplishment considering the small amount of free time I have to devote to this process.
The fact is, most indie writers, like myself, hold a day job in order to pay the bills. This chews up a great amount of our waking hours--hours I would most certainly prefer to spend writing. After work, there is family to care for, meals to prepare, and house chores requiring at least a minimal amount of attention. That leaves maybe an hour or two in the evening to devote to my books.
I appreciate your anxious wait, and I will try to work faster to get the remainder of the Harrowbethian Saga edited, formatted, and published ASAP! For you, Parker, I have posted the first chapters of this book on my author blog--something to help with your wait. Just visit the webpage below. Thank you for your eager question, for your interest in my books, and for your incredible patience. Now, I better get back to editing Eena book 4!
http://eenabookfour.blogspot.com/
Richelle E. Goodrich
Oooh, that's a great question! It lured me into a mental maze of secret plots with unexpected twists and turns.
From my own life, I think I would choose the following fact as a plot for a mystery book: When I was about three and a half years old, my family moved from one state to another. I have never recalled a single, personal incident that took place in the state in which I was born. Every memory I have of the place hinges on stories I've been told by my parents and relatives. I have no memories of my own. I was very young, of course, so I don't think it's unusual to have a lack of early memories, but wouldn't it be a compelling mystery to have a character realize that a portion of his or her memories is based only on pictures and hearsay?
Hmmm. I may have to write this book.
From my own life, I think I would choose the following fact as a plot for a mystery book: When I was about three and a half years old, my family moved from one state to another. I have never recalled a single, personal incident that took place in the state in which I was born. Every memory I have of the place hinges on stories I've been told by my parents and relatives. I have no memories of my own. I was very young, of course, so I don't think it's unusual to have a lack of early memories, but wouldn't it be a compelling mystery to have a character realize that a portion of his or her memories is based only on pictures and hearsay?
Hmmm. I may have to write this book.
Richelle E. Goodrich
Thank you for this question, Justin. It made me pause for a time to reflect on the precepts that drive my decisions and my actions, ultimately molding me into the person I want to be. After a great deal of honest pondering, I believe I hold tenaciously to the following precepts or maxims:
- Most are unaware of their tremendous worth and potential, despite possessing both.
- We never think lightly of those who walk with us on our uphill days.
- Closed eyes see the rarest, truest beauty.
- Those who treasure the dream more than the costs of sacrifice will persist with a goal.
- It is by getting selfishly caught up in the search for happiness that one finds misery.
- The only ship you can truly steer is the one you’re sailing.
- Those anchored in life hold tight to God’s hand.
- To believe in oneself is to light a spark with the potential to start a fire.
- We are intimidated by what seems ominous because we fail to see how the BiG is only an accumulation of many smalls.
- There are tomorrows on their way worth the struggles of today.
- It is in the pursuit of dreams we thrive.
- One cannot experience cloud-nine days without leaving rock-bottom moments below.
- Life’s champions accumulate teammates, not opponents.
- Most people don't accept that they are an influence either improving or damaging others.
- One man can be deliriously happy in the exact situation that causes another man to wither from depression.
- Most are unaware of their tremendous worth and potential, despite possessing both.
- We never think lightly of those who walk with us on our uphill days.
- Closed eyes see the rarest, truest beauty.
- Those who treasure the dream more than the costs of sacrifice will persist with a goal.
- It is by getting selfishly caught up in the search for happiness that one finds misery.
- The only ship you can truly steer is the one you’re sailing.
- Those anchored in life hold tight to God’s hand.
- To believe in oneself is to light a spark with the potential to start a fire.
- We are intimidated by what seems ominous because we fail to see how the BiG is only an accumulation of many smalls.
- There are tomorrows on their way worth the struggles of today.
- It is in the pursuit of dreams we thrive.
- One cannot experience cloud-nine days without leaving rock-bottom moments below.
- Life’s champions accumulate teammates, not opponents.
- Most people don't accept that they are an influence either improving or damaging others.
- One man can be deliriously happy in the exact situation that causes another man to wither from depression.
Richelle E. Goodrich
Arun,
I'm honored you would like to include my quote in your book. Yes, I'm okay with it, and I appreciate the acknowledgement referring the quote to my book, "Smile Anyway." Thank you. I wish you the best of luck! Writing is one of the greatest joys in life!
I'm honored you would like to include my quote in your book. Yes, I'm okay with it, and I appreciate the acknowledgement referring the quote to my book, "Smile Anyway." Thank you. I wish you the best of luck! Writing is one of the greatest joys in life!
Richelle E. Goodrich
Hi, Graham!
I enjoy both writing and illustrating, but my favorite way to spend free time is writing. I feel more confident in my ability to paint a beautiful scene with words. My artwork is okay―maybe even good―but when I hold it up next to other artwork, I realize just how much my talent needs improving. When it comes right down to it, I'd rather write another storybook than take an art class. And I'll admit, I enjoy getting lost in an excellent story more than getting lost in a wonderful piece of art―and I do both frequently!
I enjoy both writing and illustrating, but my favorite way to spend free time is writing. I feel more confident in my ability to paint a beautiful scene with words. My artwork is okay―maybe even good―but when I hold it up next to other artwork, I realize just how much my talent needs improving. When it comes right down to it, I'd rather write another storybook than take an art class. And I'll admit, I enjoy getting lost in an excellent story more than getting lost in a wonderful piece of art―and I do both frequently!
Richelle E. Goodrich
Thank you; I'm happy you like my quote. It is a truth that has helped me endure many hard times.
I'm thrilled about your desire to read more of my work. If you love quotes, as I truly do, you might start with a couple of books I wrote offering an original quote a day. "Making Wishes: Quotes, Thoughts, & a Little Poetry for Every Day of the Year" and "Smile Anyway: Quotes, Verse, & Grumblings for Every Day of the Year". I'm sure you will find many moving quotes in these two books.
If you prefer sci-fi and fantasy sagas, try my fun and romantic adventure with Queen Eena in the Harrowbethian Saga.
My personal favorite book is a novel about the trials of a young girl named Anna. Her story in "Dandelions: The Disappearance of Annabelle Fancher" was pieced together by actual events in the lives of people I know. "Secrets of a Noble Key Keeper" is a lighthearted piece of children's literature enjoyed at any age. This book is actually meant to accompany Annabelle's story.
Hope this helps. I look forward to your remarks about my literary works. Visit my author website to read about each book mentioned above. http://www.RichelleGoodrich.com
I'm thrilled about your desire to read more of my work. If you love quotes, as I truly do, you might start with a couple of books I wrote offering an original quote a day. "Making Wishes: Quotes, Thoughts, & a Little Poetry for Every Day of the Year" and "Smile Anyway: Quotes, Verse, & Grumblings for Every Day of the Year". I'm sure you will find many moving quotes in these two books.
If you prefer sci-fi and fantasy sagas, try my fun and romantic adventure with Queen Eena in the Harrowbethian Saga.
My personal favorite book is a novel about the trials of a young girl named Anna. Her story in "Dandelions: The Disappearance of Annabelle Fancher" was pieced together by actual events in the lives of people I know. "Secrets of a Noble Key Keeper" is a lighthearted piece of children's literature enjoyed at any age. This book is actually meant to accompany Annabelle's story.
Hope this helps. I look forward to your remarks about my literary works. Visit my author website to read about each book mentioned above. http://www.RichelleGoodrich.com
Richelle E. Goodrich
Good question. I like how you call them moments of brilliance; and I know what you mean about losing track of the original point or idea. Inspiration for a book or a chapter or just a profound sentence pops into my head at odd times, and it seems to come randomly. I may get a great idea for a beginning chapter and then one for the ending. And then come a few perfect thoughts to include.....somewhere in the middle. The ideas add up. To keep them organized during the months (sometimes years) it takes to complete a written work can be a challenge. Here's what I do to keep organized.
1) I carry a pocket-sized notebook with me for jotting down those 'brilliant' ideas when they hit. Truthfully, I have a notebook for each work in progress with character names, dialogue, important points, and other stuff. (I'm looking at thirteen little notebooks on my desk right now.) If I fail to write out a moment of inspiration, it inevitably vanishes. And writing it out thoroughly, rather than jotting down a word or phrase, helps keep the 'essence and origin' from being lost.
2.) I use sticky notes like mad. When I sit down to write a book, I scribble out my ideas on sticky notes and then arrange them in the order I anticipate they'll be used within the book. Sometimes I plaster over the side of my computer tower with these colorful Post its; sometimes they are fanned around my laptop screen. The fun part is peeling off a yellow square and tossing it out after the idea has been composed and saved. (Actually, I don't toss out any of my notes. I keep them in envelopes marked with the title of the book. Silly, sentimental scraps, I guess)
3.) I write ahead when inspiration hits, simply because the perfect scene just played through my head. This happens a lot, especially when I've come to a road block in a particular chapter. So, if I just cannot figure out how to end chapter three, but I have a super idea for chapter six~ish, I scroll down and type it out. Often I end out with a dozen or more scenes typed at the bottom of a developing manuscript. When (and if) I choose to insert one as the book progresses, it's a simple matter of cut/paste/edit.
So, there you have it! My organizational tools. They work well for me, maybe not so well for others. But I hope it helps at least a little!
1) I carry a pocket-sized notebook with me for jotting down those 'brilliant' ideas when they hit. Truthfully, I have a notebook for each work in progress with character names, dialogue, important points, and other stuff. (I'm looking at thirteen little notebooks on my desk right now.) If I fail to write out a moment of inspiration, it inevitably vanishes. And writing it out thoroughly, rather than jotting down a word or phrase, helps keep the 'essence and origin' from being lost.
2.) I use sticky notes like mad. When I sit down to write a book, I scribble out my ideas on sticky notes and then arrange them in the order I anticipate they'll be used within the book. Sometimes I plaster over the side of my computer tower with these colorful Post its; sometimes they are fanned around my laptop screen. The fun part is peeling off a yellow square and tossing it out after the idea has been composed and saved. (Actually, I don't toss out any of my notes. I keep them in envelopes marked with the title of the book. Silly, sentimental scraps, I guess)
3.) I write ahead when inspiration hits, simply because the perfect scene just played through my head. This happens a lot, especially when I've come to a road block in a particular chapter. So, if I just cannot figure out how to end chapter three, but I have a super idea for chapter six~ish, I scroll down and type it out. Often I end out with a dozen or more scenes typed at the bottom of a developing manuscript. When (and if) I choose to insert one as the book progresses, it's a simple matter of cut/paste/edit.
So, there you have it! My organizational tools. They work well for me, maybe not so well for others. But I hope it helps at least a little!
Richelle E. Goodrich
Hello, Lakita!
You've sparked my curiosity now—which quote did your friend, James, share with you? It's always nice to hear my quotes are appreciated.
In answer to your question, It wasn't until later in life that I developed a desire to write creatively. Truth be told, writing was my least favorite subject in school. Math and I agreed quite well back then; numbers always made sense to me. Writing was too obscure and the rules uncertain. My written works received varying reactions depending on the teacher grading the assignment. That troubled me because I wasn't sure what the 'right answer' was when composing an essay. I never had much interest in the topics chosen to write about either. Writing became a frustration rather than a joy. But that all changed one December day when I began composing a story meant to entertain only me....
If you'd like to know more about the circumstances that sparked this momentous change in my life, you can read about it on my author blog here: http://regoodrichnews.blogspot.com/20... Let's just say my eyes were opened to the wonders of the written word. It makes all the difference in the world when you own what you choose to write about. These days, I love putting together stories, poems, quotes, and any other silly thing that excites me!
You've sparked my curiosity now—which quote did your friend, James, share with you? It's always nice to hear my quotes are appreciated.
In answer to your question, It wasn't until later in life that I developed a desire to write creatively. Truth be told, writing was my least favorite subject in school. Math and I agreed quite well back then; numbers always made sense to me. Writing was too obscure and the rules uncertain. My written works received varying reactions depending on the teacher grading the assignment. That troubled me because I wasn't sure what the 'right answer' was when composing an essay. I never had much interest in the topics chosen to write about either. Writing became a frustration rather than a joy. But that all changed one December day when I began composing a story meant to entertain only me....
If you'd like to know more about the circumstances that sparked this momentous change in my life, you can read about it on my author blog here: http://regoodrichnews.blogspot.com/20... Let's just say my eyes were opened to the wonders of the written word. It makes all the difference in the world when you own what you choose to write about. These days, I love putting together stories, poems, quotes, and any other silly thing that excites me!
Richelle E. Goodrich
Yes, Amy, that line is from my following quote:
"Some say freedom is a gift placed in our hands by our forefathers.
Some say freedom is a human right that none should be denied.
Some say freedom is a privilege that can and will be seized if taken for granted.
Some say freedom is the key that opens doors otherwise meant to imprison.
Some say freedom is power to do, to be, to say, and to accomplish what the oppressed cannot.
Some say freedom is a responsibility—a weight to be carried and shared by those willing to protect it.
Perhaps freedom is all these things.
But in my eyes, I see freedom as a treasure. It is a gem so rare and precious the fiercest battles rage over it. The blood of thousands is spilled for it—past, present, and future. Where true and unblemished freedom exists, it shines with perfect clarity, drawing the greedy masses, both those who desire a portion of the spoils and those who would rob the possessor of the treasure, hoping to bury it away.
Without freedom I am a slave in shackles on a ship lost at sea.
With freedom I am a captain; I am a pirate; I am an admiral; I am a scout; I am the eagle souring overhead; I am the north star guiding a crew; I am the ship itself; I am whatever I choose to be."
— Richelle E. Goodrich
"Some say freedom is a gift placed in our hands by our forefathers.
Some say freedom is a human right that none should be denied.
Some say freedom is a privilege that can and will be seized if taken for granted.
Some say freedom is the key that opens doors otherwise meant to imprison.
Some say freedom is power to do, to be, to say, and to accomplish what the oppressed cannot.
Some say freedom is a responsibility—a weight to be carried and shared by those willing to protect it.
Perhaps freedom is all these things.
But in my eyes, I see freedom as a treasure. It is a gem so rare and precious the fiercest battles rage over it. The blood of thousands is spilled for it—past, present, and future. Where true and unblemished freedom exists, it shines with perfect clarity, drawing the greedy masses, both those who desire a portion of the spoils and those who would rob the possessor of the treasure, hoping to bury it away.
Without freedom I am a slave in shackles on a ship lost at sea.
With freedom I am a captain; I am a pirate; I am an admiral; I am a scout; I am the eagle souring overhead; I am the north star guiding a crew; I am the ship itself; I am whatever I choose to be."
— Richelle E. Goodrich
Richelle E. Goodrich
The book I'm currently working on is a paranormal adventure that has been on my mental bookshelf for years. I'm intrigued with the idea of the physical world being paralleled with a spiritual existence. The fact that many cultures reverence deity, believing in an afterlife of paradise or prison, lends well to the spiritual world not only showing awareness of mortality but interfering in the lives of mortals. I chose to use the Mayan version of multiple creators as well as death gods, incorporating the idea of seers and what might appear to be magical abilities possessed by immortals. I love a good mystery/adventure, so intertwining these with a dash of romantic interest was enough to tempt me to write the story.
Richelle E. Goodrich
I am inspired to write in a number of ways. I surround myself with pictures and objects that remind me of stories I'm working on, things like dragons, pirates, model sailing ships, glittering butterflies, and my favorite statue of two fairies embracing. One of the best inspirational tools for me is to simply daydream for a while and allow my mind the freedom to wander where it will. Soon enough, I am reaching for a pen and paper to take notes about the dreamed adventure.
Richelle E. Goodrich
At the moment I'm working on a few different projects. That's usually the case. My main project is editing the fourth book in the Harrowbethian Saga, Eena, The Two Sisters. I hope to get it out and released soon after a cover design. I'm also working on a new manuscript—a paranormal adventure. And since Halloween is right around the corner (closer than you think) I'm preparing a chapter to post in the continuing online story for All Hallows Eve, The Tarishe Curse.
Richelle E. Goodrich
Three words of advice:
First, if you want to be a writer, then WRITE! Spend less time thinking, studying, researching, learning, worrying about the art and just write! Write a sentence, a paragraph, a page every day of your life—about anything and everything. Scribble out a poem, a quote, a set of instructions, a portion of a developing novel, a letter to a friend, and so on. Read your work over and edit it. Then set it aside for a while before reading and editing it again. The point is,writing and re-writing are the exercises for authors that lead to excellence.
Secondly, READ everything. Read books, articles, recipes, blogs, letters, cereal boxes, and so on. Pay attention to the details that draw you in. Note what causes you to lose interest. Keep a journal of what you learn, and refer to it now and then.
Thirdly, pick up a basic GRAMMAR book and memorize it; put that knowledge to use.
First, if you want to be a writer, then WRITE! Spend less time thinking, studying, researching, learning, worrying about the art and just write! Write a sentence, a paragraph, a page every day of your life—about anything and everything. Scribble out a poem, a quote, a set of instructions, a portion of a developing novel, a letter to a friend, and so on. Read your work over and edit it. Then set it aside for a while before reading and editing it again. The point is,writing and re-writing are the exercises for authors that lead to excellence.
Secondly, READ everything. Read books, articles, recipes, blogs, letters, cereal boxes, and so on. Pay attention to the details that draw you in. Note what causes you to lose interest. Keep a journal of what you learn, and refer to it now and then.
Thirdly, pick up a basic GRAMMAR book and memorize it; put that knowledge to use.
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