CrystalSnow

@charisetter @e-k-seaver

Yeah, the reply issue-thing is just the site getting too overloaded. Sometimes you have to wait a minute for the replies to load. Putting links in replies shouldn’t cause an issue, so I’m not sure why taking them out fixed it. But I have found that having good internet and browser helps with these…[Read more]

Hi  @lady-pendragon! (I really like your username btw)

I’m one of the Stewards of Pen, and it’s great to have you back on the forum and I am glad to hear that you are interested in getting involved. The community aspect is one of the main things we wish to emphasize here at Kingdom Pen.

Here are some of things you can do to get involved:

1.…[Read more]

@leon-fleming

Why didn’t I think of Agatha Christie?! I’m sure that there are tons of writing lessons I could learn from her. Writing mystery novels are not what you would call my strong suit. Not by a long shot.

I am ashamed to say that I have not read the Silmarillion yet. Though I intend on reading it as soon as possible. My brother as been…[Read more]

@michelle Sorry for the delay, But here are my thoughts!

I like how each of the friends, Freddy, Eddy, Al, and Hilda all have unique personalities. I love it when kid’s books have good friendships. I also liked how each chapter had its own little theme, and I also liked the humor!

My biggest critique would be that the stories are much more K…[Read more]

@devastate-lasting

Love the way you put that. One of the most unique things about being human is the ability to create, and to glorify God through art.

Oh, and I never got to tell you my thoughts on your web novel! It was awesome! It wasn’t like anything I have read before, and although it was short, the friendships and emotions hit. The…[Read more]

@r-m-archer

I also enjoyed the LotR much more. I liked the Hobbit, but it was definitely geared more towards children. Not a bad thing, I just prefer more serious books. So I do like the LotR more than the Narnia series as well, but if I had to only choose one author to be a student of, it would still be C.S. Lewis for the reasons I said in my…[Read more]

@michelle

Just about finished reading it! I will give you my feedback soon.

@hobbitchild

My parents use “…” all the time when they text or email me. XD Not really related, but I thought it was a funny coincidence.

The mind mapping tactic is something that I have learned just recently. I used to write SUPER detailed outlines of my novels, but then I would get so invested into the main character’s POV that they would…[Read more]

@e-k-seaver

Welcome to the forum!

*tips fancy hat in regard*

Hhmmmm… What should I ask…

What is your favorite genre to read in?

Have you written many novels or are you just starting out?

Where do you live? (If your fine sharing)

When did you start writing and what made you start?

And most importantly… What is your opinion on…[Read more]

@hobbitchild

Yay! I just downloaded it and can’t wait to start reading.

However, it may take me awhile to finish since I’m reading more books than anyone should be reading at a given moment. XD

Congrats again! You inspire me to start typing away at my novel and finish it!

@morwen

Bennett is MUCH better than Barrett. The more I think about the name Bennett the more I like it.

Not 100% If the name will be the finale choice, (I might want a more modern sounding name), but it’s definitely an upgrade from Barrett. Thanks!

@hobbitchild

Yes Focus on the Family did a great job with those! I’ve read the books at least twice, but listened to the audio drama countless times. XD

@devastate-lasting

Some of the best books are the ones that change  the way you write. (Except for the awful books that teach you how NOT to write.) I too love it when I read amazing piece of…[Read more]

@seekjustice

Ooooh, that is a cool genre. Do you have a favorite literary fiction book?

@merieshenanigans

Yes, the struggle for creative writers. We want to stick to being creative and just create new worlds, stories, and characters, and avoid the research aspect like the plague.XD

Ooooh I love stories taking place in ancient Rome! I’ve only…[Read more]

@hobbitchild

Although I like trying out a lot of different time periods, present day is my favorite.

Mainly because I obviously know that time period the best, so it’s easier to write the world and characters. It’s also easier to put myself in the characters shoes since their life isn’t drastically different from mine. But whenever I do write in…[Read more]

@hobbitchild

This captivating story by your 3 year old self has got me hooked! I have so many questions…

WHO exactly is this girl?

WHAT kind of grapes did the girl eat? Green? Purple? Did it have seeds, or was it seedless?

WHEN did this all take place?

WHERE was she when she ate the grapes? Where did she go when walked away from the…[Read more]

@hobbitchild

Totally going to read this!

The synopsis sounds really cool, and FREE BOOK! Wow! Awesome! I love free stuff. (With exceptions of course, I quite dislike free poisonous blueberry cheesecake).

How did you get the idea for this story? Did something inspire you, or did the idea come out of nowhere?

@hobbitchild

Ooooh, this sounds really cool!

Congrats on getting your book published! Are you self-publishing it, or are you publishing it traditionally? Can’t wait to read more about your novel!

@hobbitchild

Wow! You definitely take the crown as the person that started writing the earliest!

What were some of the stories your mom dictated about?