what have i been working on lately, you ask? well… i have been working on writing a/some children’s book/s! i’m finally putting forth enough time and effort that it takes (if you’ll recall, i attempted this feat many months ago), but now i have time and fewer responsibilities.
i don’t claim to be a writer, though. it’s terribly difficult for me to write a story (or maybe it’s challenging for me to write a “grown-up” story?)… but i’ve discovered if i write in rhyme and verse, it comes quite naturally. also, i’ve been doing LOTS of research about what type of stories appeal to kids and their parents, i’ve been reading popular childrens’ books and i’ve also been researching writing styles. sooooo… i “think” i am on the right track. it’s a really fun process. and i think i’m going to be good at it.
news flash: ryan and i return to the States in 50 days!! weird. it’s extremely bittersweet.
oh! i bought a thesaurus! it’s a good book. and big–nay, elephantine! it also has a section in the middle with various phobias. my favorites? teratophobia: fear of giving birth to monsters. sinophobia: fear of Chinese people and things. guys, i am NOT kidding – i actually had that fear growing up. i was frightened of Asian people (which i think i have the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie to blame for that). odontophobia: fear of teeth. so there’s a few. hilarious, no?
back to children’s books… i read quite a few today (thanks to Amy!). one of my new favorites is called “Fancy Nancy” by Jane O’Connor. it is adorably wonderful! for some reason, i think if ever i have a little girl, she might be a Fancy Nancy.
so… that’s what i’ve been up to… immersing myself in the world of children’s literature. maybe i’ll post a rough draft soon! we’ll see…
hope you are well, reader.
