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Megan O'Russell

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Born
in Scottsdale, The United States
August 11

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Megan started writing when she discovered playing Cordelia in King Lear leaves you way too much time waiting backstage. She began her career as an author during an ill-fated trip to Oz. She hasn't stopped writing (even when living on a tour bus) since.

Megan's wanderlust has led her all over the globe. When she's not planning her next escapade, she's diving into fantasy worlds where she doesn't have to worry about what rules she's supposed to follow or how many pairs of socks she can fit in her suitcase.

Her love of storytelling has helped Megan weave her real-life exploits into seven different book series. From the epic fantasy world of Ilbrea to the paranormal dystopian romance of Girl of Glass, there is always is a new way to escape into
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Megan O'Russell Just write. Don't worry about if it's good, in the right order, or in the right point of view. Just get the story out. Write it because you love your …moreJust write. Don't worry about if it's good, in the right order, or in the right point of view. Just get the story out. Write it because you love your story. When you're done and have a beginning, middle, and end on paper, no matter how sloppy they are, then you have a choice. Is that good enough, you've told your story and now your done? Or do you want to see it published? Then begin the painful process of revising and editing. The work will be worth it if you want your story in print.(less)
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Season 2: Cocktail Catchup Hour (First Third)

Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest series, Laureldale, one episode at a time.

This week, join us for our very first official Cocktail Catchup Hour. If you’d like the recipe for the Bourbonberry Bliss (my own creation!), check out the transcripts for this episode,

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“... don't you ever be sorry for seeing things in this world for what they really are. Some folks will hate you for it, but the truth that lies underneath always comes out in the end.”
Megan O'Russell, How I Magically Messed Up My Life in Four Freakin' Days

“The strings of fate will draw the things you need close to you at the right moment and pull safety from you just when you think it is near. It's that way in all the world, but the strings are wound tighter when you walk in the world of magic.”
Megan O'Russell, How I Magically Messed Up My Life in Four Freakin' Days

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