tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post7401423758585310500..comments2024-03-23T02:45:17.058-04:00Comments on Tales of Goldstone Wood: Fantasy Authors of Tomorrow: Hannah Williams!Anne Elisabeth Stenglhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09462605949792523331noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-69754404209265871652013-02-26T19:13:00.422-05:002013-02-26T19:13:00.422-05:00That's so sweet! Thank you, Krystal. : )That's so sweet! Thank you, Krystal. : )Hannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15674350834544871474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-16580702074947854432013-02-26T19:10:13.854-05:002013-02-26T19:10:13.854-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Imblesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17186975233218066692noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-80570618292412011172013-02-26T18:59:00.272-05:002013-02-26T18:59:00.272-05:00Not only does this book sound amazing but the art ...Not only does this book sound amazing but the art alone makes me want to read and own this book. Thanks for the giveaway!<br />While I can't think of a question to ask, I do want to say to keep up the amazing writing and drawing, Hannah because we need more beautiful talented artists and writers like you. :)<br />Twisted Pixie Reviewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11101074919232594829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-40924789345647228322013-02-25T22:25:54.674-05:002013-02-25T22:25:54.674-05:00Thank you, JoJo!
Meredith: It is wonderful to rec...Thank you, JoJo!<br /><br />Meredith: It is wonderful to receive advice on writing, especially from someone who is really trying to help you!<br /><br />I also love Robin McKinnly's books. Well, most of them anyway. I myself didn't care for the Hero and the Crown, but despite the confusion of Spindle's End, I liked that one. Pegasus was excellent too, but it has a horrible cliffhanger ending. Good thing that the sequel is coming out next year! Besides The Blue Sword my other favorite by this author is Chalice. <br /><br />I'm so glad you're loving Starflower! It's terrific!<br /><br />Beka: Thank you so much! It was nice to break away from the typical love story and get a chance to write about the love friends can have. Tellie's a loyal, perky young girl, and her character is so suited to helping Errance recover from his past. :)Hannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15674350834544871474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-19071264123525299352013-02-25T16:29:44.964-05:002013-02-25T16:29:44.964-05:00Hannah, your artwork is stunning, as always. And I...Hannah, your artwork is stunning, as always. And I loved the excerpt! Tellie and Errance sound like such interesting characters, and I just want to say that I love how the focus is on friendship between them rather than romantic love. That is so rare in books for young adults nowadays, and I admire you for it. Keep writing, you rock! :D<br /><br />-BekaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13171567731644896572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-18832609933800068672013-02-22T15:35:07.102-05:002013-02-22T15:35:07.102-05:00That's fantastic, Ms. Hannah! Isn't it won...That's fantastic, Ms. Hannah! Isn't it wonderful to receive input and invaluable advice about writing? I loved the excerpt from Moonscript and am very intrigued.<br /><br />I love Robin McKinley's The Hero and the Crown and her fairy tale retellings. The only book of hers I haven't enjoyed is Spendle's End, (a retelling of Sleeping Beauty), but I think I just got bogged down in the many parenthetical asides about the kingdom. Definitely need to try it again. Her heroines are always so gutsy.<br /><br />By the way, you were right. I am absolutely loving Starflower! I'm ready for Chapter 18 of Part 1, and it's getting better and better with every page. Rhi Sora is the most pitiful villainess I've ever encountered in a story. I alternate between wanting to see her vanquished and wanting to see someone extend a kindness to her. And, those Black Dogs! When I found out who they were, I got goosebumps and felt so sad. Eanrin is such a joy to get to know more about, so arrogant yet tenderhearted, (although he probably wouldn't want me to call attention to that). What can I say about Imraldera? She's phenomenal and, next to Rose Red, my favorite female character thus far in the entire series. Lady Gleamdren? Wow! I won't say much here, but my word! What a totally self-absorbed and unfeeling little wench! If you want a true villainess, seems to me she's it. I get so tickled when I think how the Faerie Folk adore her so. Or, at least, she'd like to think they do. Hilareous! (I might get into serious trouble if she reads this!) LOL! I would like to hasten to say I haven't finished the book, so if she somehow redeems herself in my eyes, I'll immediately express an apology.<br /><br />Anyway, I'll stop ranting and just say I loved your feature. I'll be praying for your writing and artistic endeavors. You have true God-given gifts. Keep up the outstanding work. God bless you.Meredithnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-13342354915249224402013-02-21T12:58:16.487-05:002013-02-21T12:58:16.487-05:00You go, Hannah!!!!You go, Hannah!!!!JoJohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08946626767993872328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-32175160137599155062013-02-21T11:17:15.231-05:002013-02-21T11:17:15.231-05:00Oh! And we're really looking forward to Dragon...Oh! And we're really looking forward to Dragonwitch and Shadow Hand! Beckynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-72449172972991266832013-02-21T11:13:48.183-05:002013-02-21T11:13:48.183-05:00Hannah, I'm smiling ear to ear! Of course, I&#...Hannah, I'm smiling ear to ear! Of course, I'll buy your book when it's published, maybe 10 or 12! :o)<br /><br />Anne Elisabeth, thank you for sharing your talents and your blog with all of these talented people. I love the interviews and excerpts!Beckynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-18619710926282681052013-02-20T22:46:39.033-05:002013-02-20T22:46:39.033-05:00Miss Anne Elisabeth: Would you please inform Miss ...Miss Anne Elisabeth: Would you please inform Miss Jill that I received my book today? I am THRILLED over it and have already been gorging in it...<br />as for you, did I tell you that when I was reading STARFLOWER, I read it while I was waiting at a piano thing, and they had to call my name about three times because I didn't hear them; I was so into my book.<br />Mollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14814840750991556084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-40098591433769684382013-02-20T22:42:03.409-05:002013-02-20T22:42:03.409-05:00Lauren: Thank you!
As for developing distinctive...Lauren: Thank you! <br /><br />As for developing distinctive cultures in a story, I'm no expert. But I find that reading stories by people who are experts (the worlds in the favorite books I named are amazing) can be very insightful. I also try to develop a flavor for my different people through drawing. But perhaps what helps me the most is music. I will usually assign a certain style of music to my different cultures.<br /><br />Hope this helps!Hannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15674350834544871474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-56803139545196579122013-02-20T22:35:19.309-05:002013-02-20T22:35:19.309-05:00Thank you, Shannon!!! :D
Little Brown Sparrow: It...Thank you, Shannon!!! :D<br /><br />Little Brown Sparrow: It's wonderful to hear from you again, Camryn! I'm happy you liked it so much! I rather enjoyed Tellie's impertinence myself, because although I didn't mention this, Errance is a VERY handsome man.<br />I really hope to get the first draft of Moonscript finished this year. <br /><br />Once again, Anne, thank you SO much for featuring me on your blog and for providing your mentoring services and friendship! Hannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15674350834544871474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-40927118877020608292013-02-20T22:28:36.886-05:002013-02-20T22:28:36.886-05:00What an awesome story!!! I really want to read the...What an awesome story!!! I really want to read the whole thing now :)<br /><br />Do you have any tips for developing a distinguished culture/world for your story? I find that's the hardest part for me!<br /><br />As somebody else already said, "Go homeschoolers!!!" I'm finishing up college now, but I love hearing about other homeschool grads.Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00722707505716662772noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-52567129616927227282013-02-20T21:09:07.379-05:002013-02-20T21:09:07.379-05:00I loved the excerpt! It makes me want to read the ...I loved the excerpt! It makes me want to read the whole book. I really liked Errance, but I loved the part where Tellie tells him he is ugly. Haha! That made me laugh. :) <br />I love Hannah's style of writing. It reminds me of the books I read when I was little and I read any book I could get my hands on. Very intriguing story too! I can't wait til it gets published.<br />Keep writing, Hannah! Good job!<br /><br />In Christ,<br />CamrynCamryn Lockharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01046044857411194797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-32975809838981263842013-02-20T17:24:27.351-05:002013-02-20T17:24:27.351-05:00Hannah! I am so proud of you. This is so great. :)...Hannah! I am so proud of you. This is so great. :) Can't wait to hear more about it soon! I hope you feel better, being sick is no fun at all. Love you!sagerhardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07608319572683349015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-82892634561252685612013-02-20T15:44:00.498-05:002013-02-20T15:44:00.498-05:00Christa: Thank you so much, that's very sweet!...Christa: Thank you so much, that's very sweet! :)<br /><br />Jasmine: I'm honestly not quite sure. I've been drawing as far back as I can remember, but I know that I used to pick up a book and come up with stories long before I could read or write.<br /><br />Rachel: Thank you for the encouragement! I'm glad you enjoyed it, and I can't wait to share it all with everyone!<br /><br />Thank you everyone for all these kind comments! I woke up this morning with an 102 degree temperature, so Anne's description of me as vivacious made me smile (in a sleepy, fuzzy sort of way.) This has all been very encouraging!Hannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15674350834544871474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-7832808135509436962013-02-20T13:38:26.591-05:002013-02-20T13:38:26.591-05:00Wow, that is amazing, Hannah! I love to hear abou...Wow, that is amazing, Hannah! I love to hear about other homeschooled high-schoolers writing novels. Gives me a good bit of encouragement. :) Your excerpt is so tantalizing-- a heart-felt fantasy written with a fun sense of humor. I desperately want to read the whole story, so please keep at it! Thanks for sharing with us! :)Raehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08592099579769561501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-38088071906458547852013-02-20T13:21:06.745-05:002013-02-20T13:21:06.745-05:00The bookmark is absolutely beautiful!
Hannah. Whic...The bookmark is absolutely beautiful!<br />Hannah. Which came first, a desire to write or your art?Jasmine A.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01541779625996757030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-84006018476534025452013-02-20T12:52:15.657-05:002013-02-20T12:52:15.657-05:00Clara: I hope you'll read it someday too!
Boo...Clara: I hope you'll read it someday too!<br /><br />Bookishqueen: Thank you so much!<br /><br />Molly: Yes, it was a short excerpt. It was even shorter originally, before Anne told me I could write more.<br /><br />Rebecca: Thank you, Rebecca. I was stumped on the title for this story for a while. And I hope that you'll get to read about Errance!<br /><br />Jennette: I'm SOOOO thankful to have Anne as my mentor. She is helping me in ways I can't count! I'm glad you enjoyed my artwork. I tend to use a strange array of mediums. Mostly I use watered-down acrylic, but I also use colored pencils. Hannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15674350834544871474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-18590905230355157892013-02-20T12:34:03.983-05:002013-02-20T12:34:03.983-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Hannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15674350834544871474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-41622421789833876652013-02-20T12:15:28.106-05:002013-02-20T12:15:28.106-05:00Hannah, I got really excited when I saw that you w...Hannah, I got really excited when I saw that you were featured today! The artwork is lovely (as always), I enjoyed the excerpt, and I just want to let you know that when Moonscript is published I will buy it. ;)Christanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-10968940285120210852013-02-20T11:32:42.395-05:002013-02-20T11:32:42.395-05:00What a lovely opportunity to have Ms. Stengl as yo...What a lovely opportunity to have Ms. Stengl as your mentor! I love the title of your book and the premise makes me want to learn more. Wish you the best!<br /><br />And lovely blog by the way, I love your analogy of the window. I wrote a poem a loooong time ago about windows and resonated with me. <br /><br />Your art work is great. The little details are awesome (I tend to be lazy now when it comes to details in my own art. ha!)(unless I'm doing a mural for someone). But my question is: What mediums are you using?<br /><br />thanks!J. L. Mbewehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09829569927194713466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-76961517502968121652013-02-20T11:16:27.539-05:002013-02-20T11:16:27.539-05:00What an intriguing premise! And I must say that I ...What an intriguing premise! And I must say that I love the title. Oh and the name Errance. Complicated, conflicted characters are some of my favorites. I look forward to getting to know your characters and joining them on their journey in the future! Thanks for sharing this excerpt as well as offering such an amazing, one-of-a-kind giveaway. :) <br />Rebeccanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-68568403730299114822013-02-20T10:18:24.719-05:002013-02-20T10:18:24.719-05:00Yikes, I can't believe excerpts are so short. ...Yikes, I can't believe excerpts are so short. Hee hee I'm just kidding. <br />That was wonderful, Hannah! I'm already following your blog. :-)<br />(we're going home today, so I'll be able to send you the next few chapters, don't worry!)Mollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14814840750991556084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102067376746188002.post-34233595484579268832013-02-20T10:09:31.585-05:002013-02-20T10:09:31.585-05:00It seems like you guys are getting a lot of good h...It seems like you guys are getting a lot of good help from Stengl mentoring. I wish I could afford to try it.Bookishqueenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04815467506294547118noreply@blogger.com