Author Archives: E.L. Pierce

Update: As some of you know, I have been in the process of self-publishing Forces and the Malachite Stone, a middle grade fantasy. I recently published it on Amazon but, deep down, loathed the cover I had made. Plus, believe it or not, found some editing errors (after several read throughs); that just wasn’t acceptable,Continue reading “Publication Update + Excerpt”

Here is a really neat website that I found when trying to garner some illustrating wisdom. Check out Artists and Illustrators for a guide on creating a children’s book. My heart aches to go home and draw right now. At least it’s Friday. Happy writing! and drawing! #art #illustration #childrensbooks

Here is a review of “Booked” by Alexander Kwame. Sorry for the poor lighting. https://youtu.be/EltXvbdsUlo #bookreviews #booked

#middlegradebooks #fantasybooks #amwriting Publication date has been pushed back to April/May.

Did you know that you’re more likely to write, and enjoy writing, if you’re happy? That’s right. Let’s face it, with work and people, being happy isn’t always the first state-of-mind we’re in. It doesn’t help coming home to a messy house, either. Well, you may not be able to control everything in your life,Continue reading “Happy People – Happy Writers”

This is the book review for “Pretty Dead” by Lia Francesca Block. I am still a newbie when it comes to making YouTube videos, so please pardon the poor lighting and sound quality. Nonetheless, here it is: #PrettyDead #yabooks #ya #bookreview #writingtip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drsRqkzFi-U Lia’s website: http://www.francescaliablock.com/ Here is a better book review for you to enjoy:

Summary: “Paper Towns” by John Green was an enjoyable book about a boy named Quentin and his crush, Margo. They grew up together only to later drift apart in high school. Quentin, however, has never forgotten the strong, independent Margo. One night, she makes a visit to his house, asking for help as she takesContinue reading “Book Review 3: Paper Towns”

I love writing with music to inspire me. For my contemporary novel, “The Thread that Keeps Me,” we are moving through scenes along with Elena, Damon, and Stefan. Check out some of the Vampire Diaries’ playlists for some dramatic, fun, and sweet music to write your drama to. #vampirediaries #amwriting #soundtracks #ya

Ever see those shiny yellow stars on a book that looks something like this: Yeah, me neither. Ok, just kidding. Turns out there are many awards that a book can win, such as the Printz, YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction, ALEX, YA Choice, Margaret A. Edwards, and much, much more. Did you know that when publishersContinue reading “Post 8: And the Award Goes To…”

In the vein of not liking poetry, I thought I would come clean with this: I DO in fact LOVE this poetry and illustrated video by Tim Burton. So dark, so creative. So fun. If you go this his website, Tim Burton Site you can see more of his… interesting poetry and artwork. #timburton #poetry #yaContinue reading “Vincent Malloy – Tim Burton”