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. 😀
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!
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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…
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My daughter loves story books. She has many collection of story books. i want to gift her this book in her birth day. Thank you so much.
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Thanks so much for the lovely comment! I think most children love stories – their little imaginations are full of wonder. And books are so stimulating for their growing brains. I hope she enjoys it! ❤
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Lovely that your grandson influenced your writing of a book for children, Diana. My son influenced mine as you probably know.
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Thanks Robbie. Yes, your son is a huge inspiration. I never would have guessed. Lol. We are creating book-lovers, which is pretty awesome. Happy writing!
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I can easily imagine you writing in many different genres, Diana. Clicking over. Hugs!
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Thanks, Teagan. It’s actually all fantasy, but different audiences. I can definitely see you doing the same with your amazing magical imagination. 🙂 I hope you enjoy the read!
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Congregation Diana for your new book.
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Thank you, Bibhuti. I appreciate the visit and comment. It was how I spent my summer and great fun to illustrate. Happy Writing!
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Nice post! I agree, many authors are writing for a variety of audiences nowadays, it’s all good!
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Thanks Marcia. I imagine I’ll stick with fantasy, but my original dream (40 years ago) was to write children’s books. and it’s nice to have done one. 🙂 Have a lovely week and holiday.
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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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Great comment, Sean. Neil Gaiman is another fantasy writer who writes children’s books and does so quite successfully. I don’t see this as a complete shift but as a leg of the octopus (spider?). 🙂 A few more legs to grow before I’m done.
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Yes, excellent point about Gaiman. What makes him successful is that he is a master of his craft, draws from varied influences (not just other fantasy novels), has a unique point of view, and follows his creative instincts. I can’t say whether there’s a “formula” for success, but that’s certainly not a bad blueprint!
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I loved this book! I think you are so amazing and talented, Diana. I’m still in awe that you are also an illustrator. Tornado Boy will treasure this book throughout the years.
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Thanks, Lana. I hope he treasures it. He loved reading his name in the dedication. That was the best part, by far! Ha ha. Have a great weekend. 🙂
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Thanks, Diana. You too!
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We’re ‘ambi-writers,’ Diana. We can flow from one genre to another. Plus, of course, we have the extra incentives like Tornado Boy and the Wild Ones (my guy and I dump all of our grandsons into one category). :-0
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Ambi-writers! Good word for it. So far I have stuck with fantasy, just a different age group and nicer monsters. 🙂 You really jump genres, Pam. It definitely is fun doing something creative in a different way. Happy Writing!
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Hey! Welcome to the children’s book author club!
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Thanks, Mike. It really was just for the pure fun of it and to be creative in a new way. Maybe I’ll give it a go again next summer. The stories are already churning. 🙂
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Cool beans. The more the merrier at the kids’ table!
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I love “the ingredients come to together…more timing than intent.” I think the best intentions often never come to fruition, and timing has a way of opening doors we might not have seen. Great words.
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Thanks, Chantal. What a great comment. I so agree. It’s sort of amazing how when the two come together, the process flows. Thanks so much for checking out the post. 🙂
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Wow, you are so versatile! I’ve tried writing other things besides satire, but no matter how hard I try, it still comes out as me being a smarty pants, so I’ve just embraced it.
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Ha ha ha. Nice. This is still fantasy so it’s really just a change of audience. And not as scary monsters. Thanks for the laugh, Marietta. Happy Writing!
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Fantastic post Diana. I’m sure many wonder how you jumped genres. Tornado boy explains it! 🙂 Great photo too of the little author. ❤
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Thanks. It’s still fantasy, but definitely a different audience! ❤ Have a lovely day, Debby ❤
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Of course it is! Thanks Diana, Happy Friday! ❤ 🙂
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Yes. Getting out to craft fairs with my book. Four more in the next couple of weeks. They are lots of fun. 😊
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Connecting with readers in person is great. Enjoy.
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It looks like a beautiful book Diana. Perfect for Christmas presents. 🌼
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Thank you, Brigid. I appreciate the kind comment. I can’t believe it almost Christmas! Yikes. Hope you are enjoying the autumn and getting ready for the holidays. 🙂
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Congratulations, Diana. Sounds wonderful. 🙂
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Thank you, Celestine. I’m so glad you stopped by. It was a lot of fun doing something different for the summer. Have a lovely day and Happy Poeting!
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This looks very good
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Thanks so much, Derrick. I appreciate the visit and the kind comment. I hope the changing seasons are treating you kindly. 🙂
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Very kindly, thank you, Diana
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It must be wonderful to have a grandchild! I’m sure I’ll love it someday, too.
Keep reading my story, please. And I accept feedback!
Would you consider recommending my blog/book to your readers/followers?
Have a great November! XX
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Thanks so much for stopping by to read, and I’ll be over soon to keep reading. I have trouble keeping up with serials on blogs but have enjoyed your writing when I catch a chapter. Feel free to stop by and engage with my followers. I know many of them will reciprocate. 🙂 Happy Writing!
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Congrats D!! You are full of surprises!!! This is brilliant!!!
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Thanks, Hector. Might as well start thinking about the power of a positive attitude at an early age. 🙂 I’m so glad you enjoyed the post. Have a great day, my friend.
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Definitely it is extremely important! Children are little sponges that absorb everything around then, including fears and frustrations from the adults. I am so happy that you are sharing your Light with the little ones. Thank you D!
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That photo of the boy is simply lovely 🙂
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Thanks, Arlene. That’s the little tornado who wears his grammy out! Thanks so much for stopping by to read. Have a wonderful day. 🙂
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Congratulations, Diana!
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Thanks, Steven. All for fun. I hope you’re writing up a storm. 🙂
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Well, occasional light showers. 🙂
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❤
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Cleverly done Diana, no wonder Revel appreciates the ‘pictures’.
xxx Massive Hugs xxx
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Thanks for the visit, David. Yes, the pictures were for him, so he better like them! Lol. Have a great evening, my friend. 🙂 Huge hugs!
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Diana I enjoyed each and every words. Thank you for allowing us the joy of reading. You are one in a million!
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I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Juli. Sort of a funny little story and not very technical in nature. But not all things in life are “serious.” Have a great week, my friend. ❤
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Good morning Diana. Thank you for your sweet comments. I love reading your stories, they are all so full imaginations and excitements. Hoping you are having good days!
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I have a tornado, a twister and a hurricane. not grandkids. they don’t share my fascination with the written word. I loved that part about ‘like a literary agent, he was unimpressed’. i love those kids with a wide and wild imagination. you’re a lucky grammy.
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Ha ha ha. I don’t know how you manage it, Jina. My one tornado is exhausting! All fun though. And yes, they are honest! I just have to laugh. Enjoy the wonderful and wild imaginations. 😀
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How neat that you paint, too! I love your illustrations.
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Thanks for the visit! It was a fun summer project and a chance to try something different. 🙂 I’m glad you enjoyed it!
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My copy came in the mail yesterday. I had to browse through it before setting it aside as a Christmas gift for my grand niece. You are so talented!
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Aww. Thank you, Mae. I really do hope your grand niece enjoys it. My grand nephews are getting them too, like it or not! Ha ha. Happy Writing!
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❤ Thank you, Candice.
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It is always my pleasure reading you ALWAYS
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Who is not wild about D Wallace Peach! Totally fabulous. Thanks for the text, enjoyed.
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Thanks, Holly. You made me laugh. Happy poeting, my friend. 😀
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It was great having you over at my place, Diana! This is such a fun post 😀
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Thanks so much, Julie. It was a lot of fun hanging out with you and the muse, and I’m delighted to reblog. I hope Nano is going well and you’re writing up a storm. 🙂
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