Please welcome my good blogging friend, D. Wallace Peach. Besides having a wonderful blog where she shares poetry, short prose from writing prompts, and peeks into visits with her grandson, she’s a prolific fantasy/sci-fi author. Since she writes for the adult market, I wondered why she chose to write a children’s book, so I invited her to stop by and shed some light on the subject. Take it away, Diana!
Julie asked me what possessed a writer of adult fantasy and sci-fi books to suddenly write and illustrate a children’s book.
The answer isn’t quite straight-forward, but it’s not that complicated either. I never set out with a children’s book in mind, but sometimes the ingredients come together and it’s a matter of timing more than intent.
The main reason is Tornado Boy.
Tornado Boy is 4 years old, and he’s a burgeoning author. He dictates stories to his parents—mostly science fiction adventures on the planet Gorgon where the Gloobs are shooting lasers at the bad Pooglas but not at the good Pooglas who are trying to save the Rainbow Gems from the witch. It’s a complex story with a convoluted plot, but if you’re 4, it makes perfect sense.
His mom and dad dutifully write down the EXACT words, or they’ll get in trouble. Then, they add a few supervised illustrations. The stories are rolled into scrolls and presented to Grammy (me) tied with a ribbon. A public reading and celebration ensue.
Well one day, I told Tornado Boy that I too had written a story. (I had a children’s story in verse that I’d written for the blog years ago.) The kid was astonished. I dug it up and read to him. Like a literary agent, he was thoroughly unimpressed. Unlike a literary agent, he told me why: “There aren’t any pictures, Grammy.”
Ah, well, I used to dabble with acrylics… amateur, but kid’s books come with all sorts of illustrations. As luck would have it, the last adult fantasy series had burned me out, and I’d planned to take a break for the summer and do something different.
… the ingredients start coming together… timing was right…
Three months later I have 24 little paintings spread across my window sills and a Tornado-Boy-approved book.
Grumpy Ana Goblyn is sour, dour, and cranky. Her lips droop in a frown. She’s bored with every place and person in her friendly town. With the help of her father, she builds a spaceship and travels to a soggy planet where she meets her perfect monster playmates. But there’s a problem! The monsters see her grouchy frown and think she’s a monster. In this children’s space adventure, Ana discovers that her attitude affects her happiness, and she can change it if she chooses.
D. Wallace Peach is a writer of grown-up fantasy and science fiction, but she’s also a grandmother who treks to the Gnome Forest hunting rainbow gems with grandson Revel. They keep an eye out for purple baby dragons skritching in the Dragonwood and gather gold buried around the magical tree of mystery.
Grumpy Ana and the Grouchy Monsters is her first children’s book. More to come!
Links:
Blog – Myths of the Mirror
Book Blog – D. Wallace Peach Books
Goodreads
Facebook
Twitter – @dwallacepeach
November 10, 2017 at 7:48 am
Yay! So fun to be over here, Julie. Thanks for the opportunity to guest post and be a little fun and silly. 🙂 I actually am picking up Tornado Boy this morning for the weekend, so might be a little tardy replying to comments. But I’ll catch up! Have a great weekend and Happy Writing. 🙂
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November 10, 2017 at 2:38 pm
I’m so glad to have you! I love fun and silly, and I hope you have a great weekend with Tornado Boy! No trying to wash stuff with the hose, though 😀
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November 10, 2017 at 2:51 pm
He’s busy with legos, so I hope onto the laptop for a minute here and there 🙂 No hose play!
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November 10, 2017 at 10:25 am
I love the Tornado Boy angle of this post. Enjoy him! And best wishes on the book. 🙂
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November 10, 2017 at 12:03 pm
Thanks, Staci. Tornado Boy is growing up fast and I’m glad I gave this a try while he’s still young enough to truly enjoy it. He was able to read his name in the dedication and I think he liked that best of all! Ha ha.
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November 10, 2017 at 2:39 pm
I know, right? Diana’s posted a few times about her adventures with Tornado Boy. What a wild pair they make 😀
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November 10, 2017 at 2:44 pm
Yes! Like when he flooded the house with the garden hose! Ha ha.
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November 10, 2017 at 2:27 pm
OMG, this is so adorable! I love the verses and the illustrations. My grand-niece is four, and this looks like it would make a wonderful addition to her Christmas gifts. I’m headed to Amazon now!!
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November 10, 2017 at 2:41 pm
It absolutely is! Great idea, Mae–I might have to pick up a few for my nieces and nephews. Diana is a talented writer, and her own illustrations are so fitting for the book! Have a great weekend, Mae!
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November 10, 2017 at 2:43 pm
Thanks for the lovely comment, Julie. 🙂
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November 11, 2017 at 3:28 pm
The illustrations and the verses made me want to be a kid again 🙂
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November 10, 2017 at 2:42 pm
Thanks so much, Mae! I had fun over the summer with this project. I hope your niece enjoys it. Tornado Boy gave it a thumbs up. 🙂 And the monsters are rather harmless though they appear quite grouchy. Thanks for stopping by and Happy Writing. ❤
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November 11, 2017 at 3:28 pm
Got my copy ordered. I’m a Prime member so it will be here quickly, then I’ll wrap it up for Christmas. Congrats. Tornado Boy knows a good story when he sees one 🙂
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November 11, 2017 at 1:25 pm
Cute!
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November 11, 2017 at 1:30 pm
Also, really impressed by the illustrations.
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November 11, 2017 at 7:47 pm
Thank you for the sweet comment! It was a lot of fun and a nice change for the summer. Have a great Sunday 🙂
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November 11, 2017 at 7:06 pm
Diana has some great talent, in writing and painting/illlustrating. I especially love that her grandson approved the book 😀
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November 11, 2017 at 7:54 pm
That is adorable.
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November 13, 2017 at 9:30 am
Julie, it’s wonderful to see Diana on your blog and I loved reading about Grumpy Ana and how it came to be published!! 😀 Well done, Tornado Boy for spotting the obvious problem with the story…lack of pictures!! Looks like you made up for this omission beautifully, Diana – I adore these paintings, glorious colours, unique, animated and full of adventure and emotion. I remember when you floated the idea on your blog and had painted just a couple…I was a huge fan from the start and love the look of the book and the story. Who says you can’t jump genres! By the way, watch out…I think Tornado Boy is a budding writer with fantastic ideas of his own – two fantasy writers in the family!! I’m already intrigued by the Gloobs and Pooglas and think it’s great that your daughter and son-in-law to note down all the details of his stories for you to peruse later. Wishing you both a lovely week. ❤️
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November 13, 2017 at 10:03 am
Aren’t those illustrations beautiful? And it’s kinda scary thinking of another fantasy writer in Diana’s family; she’s fantastic, and if Tornado Boy has her as an example, look out 😀 He might end up being the youngest fantasy writer ever 😉 Have a great week, Annika!
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November 13, 2017 at 11:56 am
Great comment, Annika. Tornado Boy is full of stories, and I can see him writing them down and illustrating them as he gets older. Lot’s of discussion about monsters this past weekend and how to determine if they’re nice or mean. The kid could write a manual 🙂 He was a great inspiration for this story and I’m glad I did it while he’s still able to enjoy it. Happy Writing, my friend.
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November 13, 2017 at 11:57 am
Thanks for the kind comments, Julie. ❤
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November 14, 2017 at 3:37 am
He sounds just wonderful, adorable and very bright and organised! Maybe you can help him put a manual together!😃 At that age my son was mad on Thomas the Tank Engine and woe betide anyone who didn’t know the tiniest detail about the engines and who knew, they had so many characteristics! Monsters sound just up your alley, Diana!! 😀
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November 14, 2017 at 7:31 am
Thomas never quite stuck with TB. I love how specific kids are about their imaginary worlds – because to them, I guess, they’re real! 😀
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November 13, 2017 at 2:48 pm
And soon, you and Tornado Boy will be writing and publishing stories together, as Robbie over at https://robbiesinspiration.wordpress.com/ does with her son Michael!
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November 13, 2017 at 3:39 pm
Wouldn’t that be fun? I would love to do that someday, Jacqui. He does give me great ideas. He’s got some great tales about the gnomes that live in our forest 🙂 Robbie and Michael seem to have a wonderful time creating stories. Thanks for the visit and the fun comment.
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November 14, 2017 at 6:28 am
I think that’d be a great partnership! Tornado Boy’s ideas, Grammy’s illustrations–sounds like a match made in kid story heaven 😀 Have a great week, Jacqui!
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November 14, 2017 at 12:02 pm
Reblogged this on Myths of the Mirror and commented:
I’m delighted to be over at Julie’s today with a short and somewhat silly post about “Jumping Genres”… what possessed me, after years of writing for adults, to write a book for children. I hope it brings a smile. 😀
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November 14, 2017 at 12:07 pm
So fun to read about the story behind your story. Leave it to a child to tell us like it is. How proud he must be to read the book with you!
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November 14, 2017 at 12:15 pm
I love hearing the “story behind the story”, especially with what looks like a fun book 🙂 Thanks for stopping by, Carrie!
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November 14, 2017 at 12:33 pm
Kids are great critics, Carrie. I think the part he likes best is reading his name in the dedication! Ha ha. Thanks so much for the visit and glad you got a smile. 🙂
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November 14, 2017 at 12:10 pm
Sounds like a great story Diana. I’m glad Tornado Boy inspired you to create a children’s book. I hope it flies to the moon and back!
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November 14, 2017 at 12:17 pm
It looks like a wonderful adventure 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
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November 14, 2017 at 12:34 pm
Not the moon, Brad. To a soggy, foggy planet. 😀 Thanks for stopping by to read, my friend. Happy Writing!
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November 14, 2017 at 1:04 pm
Darn!
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November 14, 2017 at 1:09 pm
Ha ha. Yup.
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November 14, 2017 at 12:21 pm
Sometimes you just ignore the muse and you have to write what it dictates. Good thing you’re artistic as well. Your illustrations are beautiful.
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November 14, 2017 at 12:26 pm
Diana’s illustrations are beautiful, aren’t they? I can’t wait for more children’s books from her (with Tornado Boy’s approval, of course 😀 ) Thanks so much for stopping by!
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November 14, 2017 at 9:10 pm
They really are and that would be so much fun to do. Not just the words but the artwork – it must be very satisfying.
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November 14, 2017 at 12:36 pm
Thanks, Anneli. I’m so grateful to you and Julie for helping me get the word out, and letting me yammer on your blogs. Have a great day!
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November 14, 2017 at 9:09 pm
Any time. It’s my pleasure.
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November 14, 2017 at 12:24 pm
If the book has the stamp of approval by Tornado Boy, it’s bound to be a bestseller! What a great story! Congratulations, Diana! Thanks for hosting, Julie.
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November 14, 2017 at 12:28 pm
Diana is a pleasure to host, and I love the idea of “Tornado Boy approved” 😀 Thanks for stopping by, Jill!
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November 14, 2017 at 12:37 pm
Tornado Boy loves stories, Jill, especially about monsters, so he’s a great audience. Thanks for the visit and Happy Writing!
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November 14, 2017 at 12:36 pm
I love the idea that the child’s mood keeps friends at bay – what a great lesson to teach!
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November 14, 2017 at 12:43 pm
I agree. And a lesson some adults could stand to relearn 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by!
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November 14, 2017 at 12:47 pm
Thanks for checking out my little book! 🙂 We get what we give when it comes to our attitudes, right? It’s a good lesson to learn right from the start. Have a wonderful day. ❤
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November 14, 2017 at 12:50 pm
That is a positively adorable story!
My two have asked me why none of my books have pictures too. Maybe one day I can join you making the jump, but until then I will have to look forward to your newest book.
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November 14, 2017 at 12:57 pm
It’s a wonderful story, Allie! I’m looking forward to more delightful adventures like this from Diana (and Tornado Boy 🙂 ) Thank you so much for stopping by!
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November 14, 2017 at 1:02 pm
Well, there you go, Allie. It’s fun when you have a young and eager audience. I recommend it as a nice break from writing for adults or YA if you ever feel a little fried. Thanks so much for visiting! Happy Writing. 🙂
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November 14, 2017 at 1:09 pm
You should probably ‘dabble with paints’ a little more often – the illustrations are wonderful!! Love the story, a book that should be on everyone’s bookshelves young or old ❤
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November 14, 2017 at 1:11 pm
I’m with you there. The colors are wonderful, and a story everyone can relate to 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
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November 14, 2017 at 1:29 pm
Thank you, Pauline! That’s a huge compliment coming from an artist such as yourself. I love being creative regardless of the outcome, but it was fun having something Tornado-Boy approved to share with the world. Thanks for the visit! Happy Creating!
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November 14, 2017 at 2:36 pm
‘Tornado Boy’ – Can’t wait to see what he’s like grown up! ♥
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November 15, 2017 at 6:21 am
If he’s this creative now, he might be the next Eric Carle 😀 So glad Diana shared her creative fun with us. Thanks for stopping by, Billy!
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November 15, 2017 at 7:49 am
Thanks, Billy Ray. I’m hoping to channel some of his limitless energy into storytelling, and if I can hook him up to a generator, he’ll keep the lights on too! Have a wonderful day and Happy Writing!
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November 15, 2017 at 7:53 am
LOL! I’ve always said if we could harness kids’ energy, we’d never have to worry about running out 😀
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November 14, 2017 at 2:45 pm
Diana is the genius of the readers’ planet. I love every book that she writes, though some of her books I have not reach them yet, but I will do. Thank you Diana for such great stories. And there are lots of authors on blogs that I love just like Diana. Blogging has brought us closer to Authors and writers, we cannot deny that. thank you Diana and all your author friends alike.
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November 15, 2017 at 6:25 am
She is, isn’t she? I haven’t gotten to many of her books yet, but she posts some great stories, and I can’t wait to dig into more of her books. She’s a great blogging friend! Thanks for stopping by, Juli!
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November 15, 2017 at 7:54 am
Thank you Julie, I am so glad that you stopped by me today. And you are an author, “I am smiling,” I love you people, so many titles to read ohhh my days “laugh” haha. Yes Diana is so sweet, I want to read all her books, I will do slowly slowly I will do. I am heading to your blog now. Cheerio.
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November 15, 2017 at 7:52 am
You’re so sweet, Juli, and your comment gave me a huge smile. I’m thrilled to have made all these wonderful connections across the world too. Such amazing talents and warm hearts. Have a lovely day, my friend. ❤
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November 15, 2017 at 7:56 am
Thank you Diana. I have found Julie Holmes because of you. I am heading to her blog now. haha. And me too, I am so happy to have made friends from around the globe, the world is big and small at the same time. And word press has done a fantastic job.
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November 14, 2017 at 6:48 pm
Wonderful family story! Great to get to meet Tornado Boy and learn about the two of you. 🙂 xo
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November 14, 2017 at 7:30 pm
Thanks so much, Bette. I loved pulling this together for Julie’s blog and sharing a bit about my little tornado. 🙂 Happy Writing, my friend and stay warm!
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November 15, 2017 at 2:34 pm
You are so creative and funloving, Diana. ❤ Sending lots of love to you and your Tornado Boy!
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November 15, 2017 at 6:26 am
I love Diana’s stories about Tornado Boy. The young see the world through different eyes, and it’s so much fun when they can show us their visions. Thanks for stopping by, Bette!
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November 14, 2017 at 8:25 pm
Diana, Didn’t I tell you that you are multi-talented? I loved the story behind jumping genres but you do it quite often with your lovely poetry 🙂 Tornado boy has inherited some love for fantasy from his grandma, so it is natural for him to create his own Gloobs and Pooglas …I know you are going to write more such stories. Happy writing!
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November 14, 2017 at 8:40 pm
Thanks so much for the sweet comment, Balroop. I hope Tornado Boy grows up to love fantasy. I enjoy reading with him and can’t wait until we can read Harry Potter together. 🙂 Maybe a new story next summer? Have a lovely day and Happy Writing!
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November 15, 2017 at 6:28 am
She is, isn’t she? I’m waiting for the day when both Diana’s name and Tornado Boy’s name appear on the covers of books 🙂 Those stories would be incredible, I’m sure 😀 Thanks for stopping by, Balroop!
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November 15, 2017 at 4:47 am
I have two tornado boys who will love this story and I believe the almost 4 yo will be the one who loves it the most since he is fascinated with all manner of monsters. I’ve just ordered it for his upcoming birthday. The illustrations look amazing! Glad you ‘dabble in acrylics.’ Jumping genres becomes you, Diana. I wish you all the success you deserve with this new masterpiece.
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November 15, 2017 at 6:31 am
I think most kids would love this story, and since Christmas is coming, I’ll have to do some shopping. And I agree, the illustrations look incredible! Thank you so much for stopping by, Molly! And congrats on your book launch 😀
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November 15, 2017 at 7:05 am
Thank you, Julie. And I know my two grandsons will love the book.
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November 15, 2017 at 7:56 am
Thanks, Molly. It does seem that monsters are present in the minds of four-year-olds. It certainly is a topic for discussion during visits to our house. Also gnomes and dragons since they live in our woods. And coyotes. Ha ha. Oh to be 4 again. Thanks for the lovely support and kind words. Happy Writing, my friend. ❤
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November 15, 2017 at 7:39 am
This is a surprise! So you weren’t actually on a break this summer. Love the illustrations, idea – just everything about it. Good luck with Grouchy Ana, Diana!
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November 15, 2017 at 7:40 am
LOL! She fooled us all 🙂 Thanks for stopping by, Teri!
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November 15, 2017 at 7:58 am
I was on a break, Teri! I was painting and learning about formatting, formatting, formatting. Ugh. That part was a bear. Thanks so much for checking out the guest post. Julie is a wonderful hostess and it’s been a blast. 🙂 Happy Writing.
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November 15, 2017 at 4:53 pm
I think Tornado Boy is on to something – even adult books could use a few illustrations 😉
… this is coming from an unreformed 8 year old year who still thinks picture books are the best … although the only adult versions available are magazines 🙂
btw – I LOVE the name Tornado Boy and I LOVE LOVE the fact that he inspired you to detour from your normal path 💕
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November 15, 2017 at 7:12 pm
I think you’re right, Joanne. Some adult books could use a few illustrations. Graphic novels aren’t quite the same 🙂 I can’t wait until Diana’s next project with Tornado Boy 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
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November 15, 2017 at 9:32 pm
I agree, Joanne. I like illustrations too. It’s one of the many joys of Tornado Boy, I get to read all the kids books again. I may try another next summer 😀 That gives me a good push to finish the current set! Thanks for the visit and have a great day! ❤
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November 15, 2017 at 11:05 pm
Loved the story about how this book came to be Diana. It sounds to me like Tornado boy is a tough critic and will probably become some famous author one day. 🙂 xx
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November 16, 2017 at 6:46 am
It’s a great story, and I’m thinking that Diana’s next children’s book might have Tornado Boy’s name on the cover with hers 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
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November 16, 2017 at 7:23 am
If not the next one, definitely in the future. 🙂
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November 16, 2017 at 7:36 am
He is so tough, Debby. Ha ha. I love his honesty. But he’s also a great audience and devours stories. I would love him to write one day, but no pressure, of course. He can grow up to be whatever he wants to be. 😀 Thanks for the visit and the wonderful comment. Happy Writing!
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November 16, 2017 at 7:52 pm
Lol, I just love the name Tornado Boy! Always a treat to visit your blog Diana 🙂 Hugs x
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November 16, 2017 at 4:37 pm
Tornado Boy is following in his Grammy’s footsteps. HOORAY!
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November 16, 2017 at 5:01 pm
He is a little budding author, Pam, and he is off to a great start… he has “staff.” Ha ha. Thanks for the fun comment. Happy Writing!
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November 17, 2017 at 4:53 am
Oh my gosh, that’s great. I wish I had ‘staff.’ Sigh….
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November 16, 2017 at 7:46 pm
It’ll be fun to see where he’ll take Grammy–more adventures with Pooglas on Gorgon, and gnomes in the forest 😀 Thanks for stopping by, Pam!
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November 17, 2017 at 12:05 pm
Such a cute reason as to why the book was created! Glad it was Tornado-boy approved!
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November 17, 2017 at 12:42 pm
I know, right? I love hearing about Diana’s adventures with Tornado Boy. Maybe we’ll hear more of his stories 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
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November 17, 2017 at 2:02 pm
That would be interesting! Reminds me of that Axe Cop series awhile back. Little kids have the best imaginations!
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November 17, 2017 at 1:03 pm
Thanks, Rob. Tornado Boy is a bundle of energy, but so far I’m keeping up. It was fun to do something different over the summer. Thanks so much for visiting Julie’s blog to check out the silliness. 🙂
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November 17, 2017 at 2:07 pm
Such a creative mind Diana. Keep up the great work!
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November 17, 2017 at 12:14 pm
I’m not sure which I love more: learning that you’ve written a children’s book, knowing that you illustrated it all yourself, or hearing about Tornado Boy’s first forays into storytelling. It might have to remain a tie.
What age range would you say is the “independent reader” target for this book, Diana?
Thanks for hosting this, Julie!
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November 17, 2017 at 12:43 pm
This was so much fun! And you’re right, Erik, it’s a tossup between all of those. Glad to have Diana visit 😀
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November 17, 2017 at 1:11 pm
The vocabulary is a bit of a stretch, Eric, so independent reading without any adult help might be 2nd grade (?). Tornado Boy is 4 and the story works fine for him, but I read it. Of course, there are teenagers and adults who would benefit from it too! So glad you enjoyed it. My little guy loves storytelling and his tales are pretty hysterical. Have a great weekend, my friend. 🙂
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November 17, 2017 at 1:37 pm
Diana, I love your book, Grumpy Ana and the Grouchy Monsters. Nothing like an escape in space to meet her match and happily head home. A good lesson learned, even grouchy monsters look at her and turn tail back into the foggy sea. Your illustrations are exceptional, colorful and fun! I’m impressed with your artistic talent! I’m the book Gram Gram for two baby great- grandchildren. This book (received today by mail) will be in their library, waiting for them to get older. Thank you! 💜 Christine
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November 18, 2017 at 5:53 am
That’s wonderful, Christine! And you don’t have to wait to read it to them. They’ll love the colorful illustrations even if they don’t quite understand all the words yet. Have a great weekend!
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November 18, 2017 at 11:56 am
Thanks, Julie! Will bring it to WA for their first birthday party next year in August. I live in CA. Agree, they already love colors & their Moms reading to them. Never too young for that! 🌷
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November 17, 2017 at 6:51 pm
What a beautiful comment, Christine. I’m so grateful for your kindness and do hope that your great-grandchildren will enjoy Ana and her adventure with the monsters. Just a few years away, and if they follow in Tornado Boy’s footsteps, they’ll be totally into nice monsters! Thank you again for the lovely note and have an amazing weekend. Hugs. ❤
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November 18, 2017 at 3:10 pm
With full acknowledgement to the importance of a consistent brand, an artist has to be led by her own impulses, inspirations, and instincts; if that means “jumping genres,” so be it. Besides which, a consistent worldview will emerge in anything an author writes. Take Max Brooks, who wrote one of the defining zombie novels of this century, World War Z, and just recently published a novel for middle-graders based on the Minecraft videogame! And yet both explore the same theme: preparedness and resilience in the face of mortal danger. A genre isn’t a brand; the brand is you.
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November 19, 2017 at 10:14 am
I like branching out a little, Sean, and to be honest, for me, writing has always been about fun, creativity, and imagination. I don’t want to lose that freedom to the constraints of marketing or branding. That said… I agree that branding, at least on social media, is about the person more than the work. There’s so much excellent writing out here that it’s the person/relationship that might swing a potential reader’s decision. I just enjoy myself with my online community, and I hope it shows. 🙂 Happy Thanksgiving week.
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November 19, 2017 at 10:25 am
Sean, I find your take on branding insightful, intriguing, and… well, comforting. Hugs.
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November 19, 2017 at 11:38 am
Thanks, Teagan! If you’re interested, our friend Erik Tyler wrote an entire blog piece on the subject called “brand you.”
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November 19, 2017 at 11:56 am
Erik’s post was a really good one. Well worth the read and, yes, comforting 🙂
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November 18, 2017 at 8:27 pm
I say, Jump!
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November 19, 2017 at 10:14 am
Ha ha ha. Nice comment, Billy Ray. Thank you for my morning smile. 😀
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November 19, 2017 at 10:22 am
Julie and Diana, thanks for this delightful Sunday morning read. Diana, I love the book blurb, and the illustrations are quite well done. Wishing you huge success with this children’s book. Hugs on the wing!
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November 19, 2017 at 11:33 am
Thanks so much, Teagan. I wrote this one for the pure enjoyment of it so there’s no stress regarding its success. Kind of nice for a change! Have a lovely holiday week. Hugs, my friend. ❤
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November 19, 2017 at 1:13 pm
Those illustrations are wonderful, aren’t they? Thanks for stopping by, Teagan!
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November 21, 2017 at 11:11 am
I love the idea of TB writing his stories and you being presented with them. ❤ 🙂 So sweet and fun. I'd seen your picture book before but, still, must comment on the illustrations. You are a multi-talented wonder, Diana. Thanks for hosting, Julie.
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November 21, 2017 at 11:30 am
Those illustrations are beautiful, aren’t they? It was a pleasure to have Diana visit. Have a Happy Thanksgiving, Sarah!
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November 21, 2017 at 11:39 am
Thank you! Happy Thanksgiving to you. 🦃
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November 21, 2017 at 1:33 pm
Thanks, Sarah. Yes, TB has a totally unrealistic idea about the wide acclaim that comes with writing stories. Ha ha. I’ll save them for 20 years and hand them over with a flourish when he’s grown up. 🙂 Happy Thanksgiving!
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November 21, 2017 at 1:36 pm
Sounds perfect. Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
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November 26, 2017 at 5:12 am
I really enjoyed reading about how your children’s book came into existence, Diana.
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November 26, 2017 at 7:01 am
It’s a neat story, isn’t it? I’m glad Diana expained it–sounds like she had fun all around. Thanks for stopping by!
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November 26, 2017 at 2:29 pm
Thanks for the visit, Robbie. Kids are great influences, as you know. Have a great week and Happy Writing.
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November 29, 2017 at 6:02 am
Reblogged this on Musings on Life & Experience and commented:
A children’s book by D. Wallace Peach.
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November 29, 2017 at 7:22 am
Thanks for the reblog!
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November 29, 2017 at 8:59 am
Thanks again for sharing, Suzanne. I’m delighted that you enjoyed my silly little explanation over here at Julie’s. Have a fantastic day ❤
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November 29, 2017 at 9:38 am
The paintings were beautiful, Diana. —- Suzanne
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December 5, 2017 at 7:24 am
Diana, I hadn’t seen this post before. Grumpy Ana Goblyn sounds like a great children’s book and the illustrations are so vivid and colourful. Does your grandson approve now?😊.
Beautiful work.
Miriam
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December 5, 2017 at 7:25 am
It is a great children’s book, Miriam. I bought some copies for my nieces and nephews. The illustrations are beautiful. Diana did a wonderful job with it!
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December 5, 2017 at 10:56 am
Yes, Miriam. The story is now Tornado Boy approved. 🙂 Thanks so much for checking out the post. It’s been great fun hanging out at Julie’s place. Happy Holidays. ❤
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