Ashlyn
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Robert Beatty:
Dear Mr Beatty, When I was little my mom read your Serafina book to me before bed. Years later I get your new books for Christmas and I love I love the Serafina Series so much I can't wait for there to be another! Willa of the wood was also very amazing, but I Serafina is definitely my favorite. I was hoping you would have some tips about writing? And maybe one of your daughters could be my pen pal?
Robert Beatty
Hi Ashlyn,
Thank you for your question & your kind words! Keep up the great work on your writing. Here is some advice I like to share with aspiring writers:
-Write now and as often as you can. Carve out some time in your day, everyday, if possible.
-Keep at it. I started writing at the age of 11. Forty years later, I published my first book, "Serafina and the Black Cloak."
-Develop a system of feedback that works for you. For me, that means sharing my work throughout the writing process with a trusted circle of readers to get their reactions to the story. The network includes professional editors, educators, family and friends, and general readers of all ages.
-When possible, participate in writing workshops and classes. It's another very useful way to gain feedback and improve your writing.
-Think of yourself as a storyteller, not as a person writing a book. Focus on weaving a tale that's going to keep your readers on the edge of their seats.
I'm glad to hear that you have enjoyed my books. I am currently working on the 2nd book in the Willa Series which will be available in October 2020. Hope you enjoy!
Best Regards & Stay Bold!
-Robert
Thank you for your question & your kind words! Keep up the great work on your writing. Here is some advice I like to share with aspiring writers:
-Write now and as often as you can. Carve out some time in your day, everyday, if possible.
-Keep at it. I started writing at the age of 11. Forty years later, I published my first book, "Serafina and the Black Cloak."
-Develop a system of feedback that works for you. For me, that means sharing my work throughout the writing process with a trusted circle of readers to get their reactions to the story. The network includes professional editors, educators, family and friends, and general readers of all ages.
-When possible, participate in writing workshops and classes. It's another very useful way to gain feedback and improve your writing.
-Think of yourself as a storyteller, not as a person writing a book. Focus on weaving a tale that's going to keep your readers on the edge of their seats.
I'm glad to hear that you have enjoyed my books. I am currently working on the 2nd book in the Willa Series which will be available in October 2020. Hope you enjoy!
Best Regards & Stay Bold!
-Robert
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