Some of you already know that my daughter finished her first draft of her first novel on January 5th, 72 written pages. She's been typing a second draft. We decided we'd read for each other when she finishes (my current story ought to be coherent by then).
Only, I've been cheating, reading bits from the notebook, opening her files on the computer. She doesn't mind as long as I'm not looking over her shoulder while she's actually working, something else we have in common. I don't want to make suggestions yet because I can see she's still working out her story. I want it to be her story, her style. She writes at a college level, and she managed to swing extra credit for it in two of her classes: English and Computers (typing).
And then, about a week ago, she brought me this picture with a casual, "So, do you like it?"
I didn't know she'd been reading mine.
So, now I have this visual of a scene from my work-in-progress. I love that this moment in the story moved her to create because I want readers to FEEL SOMETHING at this point, and I love that her style her reminds me of Ancient Greece. This drawing makes me happy.
I will post a winner for my contest sometime this weekend, but I'm not writing out all those little papers (after midnight) tonight. Thanks for your patience.
Love the illustration. Really cool!
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That is so cool. All of it. I hope at least one of my kids is into writing like that someday.
ReplyDeleteI think I would have been so touched that I cried. There could be nothing cooler than having your child draw a scene from your book.
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I love that! I didn't know your daughter was writing, but I'm so glad you're encouraging her. I think some of my most imaginative writing came when I was in junior high and high school.
ReplyDeleteGreat illustration, Robyn! Raises so many intriguing questions. Who's the girl? Is she breathing underwater or just really good at holding her breath? And how does she want to use the sea snakes as weapons?
ReplyDeleteAlso, how cool is it that you two get to share this with each other?
Great post, Myrna. Thanks for sharing.
How fun! That's a beautiful illustration, and it does look like it'd be at home on an Ancient Greek vase :) It's so neat that you and your daughter share your writing with each other...or permit spying, anyway :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a connection, I love it! She is talented. Sweet mother daughter relationship!
ReplyDeleteThat is such a fun illustration!! It's very intriguing. Now I want to know who the girl is, and why is she underwater in the clutches of that sea monster! Cool!! :D
ReplyDeleteWow, way to go Robyn! I love that drawing. :)
ReplyDeleteSo sweet! You are such a great mom--inspiring both by example and in word. And I love the illustration too--I adore ancient art from Italy and Greece.
ReplyDeleteHave a great night, Myrn. Hugs!
That's awesome that you and your daughter share wips!
ReplyDeleteI love this! Love that you write and exchange with your daughter.
ReplyDeleteBut the picture is the best. Like, ever. :D
Thanks, everyone, for your comments.
ReplyDeleteNot only do you get to share writing with your daughter, but you get illustrations in return? Best thing ever!
ReplyDeleteOh that brought tears to my eyes! Am I crazy :) Because you have such a bond with your daughter, and such passions in common. She is so interested in what you are doing, and so excited about it. What grade is your daughter in? Does she know my daughter? They totally should be friends. (Lexi likes to write too.)Anyway, thanks!
ReplyDeleteChecking this out for the first time since reading the story. I love it even more. I especially like how the serpent is turning its head back to face Caryn, and how Caryn's hair is floating underwater. Just great :-)
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