Peggysue
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J. Lynn Else:
What got you into writing about Egyptian fact/fiction and what advice would you give to someone that would love to break into writing? I came across your book a couple months ago and just had to buy it. I couldn't put it down if my lift depended on it. I look forward to more of your books on egypt. You deserve many accolades. Best wishes to such a talented writer/artist. PeggySue Kimbro
J. Lynn Else
First off: THANK YOU! I appreciate your words very much.
Second: I apologize for the delay in my response. I've had varying degrees of the flu for the past week.
Writing is something I've been doing since Elementary school. I always loved putting my imagination into writing. In terms of subject matter, it was not always history. I really wanted to write a science fiction story, and while I've watched a lot of Star Trek and read a lot of Star Wars, I have found my knowledge base is still limited with regard to the technicalities of science fiction. While I have some starts to stories, I'd probably need to find a technical adviser on some ideas!
I went to an exhibit about ancient Egypt, with a focus on King Tut and his family. I remember seeing so little about his wife, Ankhesenamun. I was also fascinated by his father who after a thousand years of polytheism, would suddenly introduce a religion that focused on one god. I wanted to explore that. So I researched a little and found still very little on Ankhesenamun. That's when my imagination took over and wondered what she must have went through...
My advice for new writers would be to explore self-publishing options. The drawback is the marketing aspect. I have to keep my fingers crossed that readers like you will come across my book. Definitely research companies and compare! Specifically check how much money is being taken from your profits before signing up. The book sellers take a big chunk (B&N takes about half my e-book sales!), so make sure your publisher is also not taking any piece of your royalties. Its an exciting process. There are many groups on goodreads here that offer advice for new and aspiring writers as well.
I wish you all the best of luck in your adventures!
Second: I apologize for the delay in my response. I've had varying degrees of the flu for the past week.
Writing is something I've been doing since Elementary school. I always loved putting my imagination into writing. In terms of subject matter, it was not always history. I really wanted to write a science fiction story, and while I've watched a lot of Star Trek and read a lot of Star Wars, I have found my knowledge base is still limited with regard to the technicalities of science fiction. While I have some starts to stories, I'd probably need to find a technical adviser on some ideas!
I went to an exhibit about ancient Egypt, with a focus on King Tut and his family. I remember seeing so little about his wife, Ankhesenamun. I was also fascinated by his father who after a thousand years of polytheism, would suddenly introduce a religion that focused on one god. I wanted to explore that. So I researched a little and found still very little on Ankhesenamun. That's when my imagination took over and wondered what she must have went through...
My advice for new writers would be to explore self-publishing options. The drawback is the marketing aspect. I have to keep my fingers crossed that readers like you will come across my book. Definitely research companies and compare! Specifically check how much money is being taken from your profits before signing up. The book sellers take a big chunk (B&N takes about half my e-book sales!), so make sure your publisher is also not taking any piece of your royalties. Its an exciting process. There are many groups on goodreads here that offer advice for new and aspiring writers as well.
I wish you all the best of luck in your adventures!
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