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Words are magic, and Ellie Lieberman has been enamored with the magic of storytelling since before she could hold a pencil. She learned how to write so she could write her stories. Though her books vary between ages and genre, one element that is always a guarantee is the light in the dark, from the flicker of a candle to dragon fire.

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Ellie Lieberman In one way or another, all the main characters come from me. On at least some level I can relate to them all. Because of this, I don't think I entirel…moreIn one way or another, all the main characters come from me. On at least some level I can relate to them all. Because of this, I don't think I entirely have a favorite. For the four main characters, and some of the minor characters such as Amy Bishop or Ophelia Cortes, there are both aspects I love and absolutely frustrate me about the characters. I hope the same goes for the reader as well.

It's easier to answer who I don't like. I am not a big fan of Nicole Brennerman. I am also not a big fan of the four main character's parents, with the exception of Math and Sampson's mother. With the way Math and Sampson both reference her, she is a character I like very much, even though she does not technically show up in the book.

That being said, along with the four main characters, I had a lot of fun writing Ophelia Cortes. And if it doesn't sound conceited, I love the introduction to her. The whole "tattoos tied to a story. With a name tied to a tragedy she would never let herself experience. Who dances like no one’s watching in front of an audience of customers..." and especially the "Mr. Rogers-with-a-lip-ring stare."

She represents a type of freedom within the same restrictions the main characters, and even Amy Bishop, feel so fiercely. For her to achieve this type of freedom, or "more" as Carver would put it, within these same struggles, to defy the challenges each of the characters face, including herself, was sort of a breath of fresh air, if that makes sense. I think she was that for Carver, too.(less)
Ellie Lieberman The best writing advice I've ever received was from two of my favorite authors.

Barb Lieberman's advice "Just write." She wrote a whole blog about it a…more
The best writing advice I've ever received was from two of my favorite authors.

Barb Lieberman's advice "Just write." She wrote a whole blog about it and nobody puts it quite like she does. This, by far, as been the most helpful when it comes to my writing. The blog is worth checking out: http://www.keyboardmusings.com/blog/j...

The second piece of advice is actually a quote from Jack Keroac: "Someday I will find the words and they will be simple." This helped a lot in my writing.

Though I rarely include this one, it's something I remind myself and others about. It's another quote from an author. Mark Twain said about Adventures of Huckleberry Finn "I shall like it, whether anybody else does or not." I think this is very important when it comes to writing.(less)
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Interview with Joharra Harper, Author of The Realm of Monsters Series & Callista's Adventures Series

Originally published on my website on 5/13/24

Joharra Harper Feminist. Activist. Indie Author. Booktuber.

Joharra Harper has always loved reading and writing. She primarily writes fantasy. There is always magic in her books. She loves adding strong friendships and strong relationships. She also loves writing strong, yet sensitive female protagonists and even her best characters are flawed.

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Highly amusing story, sure to delight readers of all age, and perfect for the holiday season!

Krampus' Bad Fur Day is a highly amusing story, sure to delight readers of all age, and perfect for the holiday season. I always enjoy Michelle Franklin's wo
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The kind of writing you want to slowly drink in, to savor every word.

Full of suspense and spine-tingling sort of anticipation and terror that draws you into the forest, right along with Milo.

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Braving the Storm is a fantasy novella that tackles many topics that are very timely. Her characters have some tough choices to make, and each with their own unfolding series of consequences.

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A very cute story about an adorable dog! Great illustrations, too! It would be a fun one to read out loud, with plenty of opportunities to engage children.
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“There's something about the thousands of glittering lights, the veil of nighttime that almost makes this place beautiful, especially in the reflection of the water. It makes everything askew, disoriented. There's more truth in a ripple of water than in a clear day.”
― Ellie Lieberman, Society's Foundlings

“There's a difference between belonging and love . . . It's the difference between being someone's treasure and being treasured by someone.”
― Ellie Lieberman, A Dragon's Treasure

“... she wore a masterpiece smile with smudges of paint and graphite across her cheek, and her eyes were a Jackson Pollock painting.”
― Ellie Lieberman, Solving for X

“If you only think of yourself, there's no room for another in marriage.”
― Barbara Lieberman, The Treasure of Ravenwood

“One does not seek love,' she told him, 'it should find you all on it's own”
― Barbara Lieberman, The Treasure of Ravenwood

“I remember thinking as a child that diamonds were stars that fell from the sky as shooting stars. You can only imagine my disappointment at learning the truth of them. I still prefer the stars.”
― Barbara Lieberman, To Miss The Stars

“Somehow, the story of the book enhanced the story within it.”
― Barbara Lieberman, To Miss The Stars

“Those cloudy nights when the stars fail to appear, I miss them terribly. But I know in my heart they are still there and, sometimes knowing has to be enough”
― Barbara Lieberman, To Miss The Stars

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