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Writers Manual welcomes you! An Interview with Author and Artist Beverly J Raffaele Tell us a bit about yourself. What would you like us to know about you? My passion is writing, art, and flower gardening. I have published ten books as of this date and I have three more on the horizon. They are available at LULU.com, and Amazon.com as well as many other online bookstores... I love to paint, create, dance, sing, and spoil our grandchildren. What are you doing now? (Career? Married? Single? Children? Pets?) I am writing and painting. I share my life with Stephen. He is My husband and my best friend. We have six grown children who have blessed us greatly with sixteen grandchildren. I also have a naughty cat Mac. What is your favorite food? An old fashioned fried chicken dinner with mashed potatoes, chicken gravy, corn on the cob and hot blackberry cobbler with vanilla ice cream for dessert. I won't eat it though but you asked me my favorite, not what I can eat. What is your favorite color? Red, yellow, lavender, peach, some pinks, baby blue, turquoise, oranges. What is your favorite sound? The Harbor coming alive early in the morning, seagulls, bells, water slapping on the pylons, fisherman with hot coffee talking about crab pots and weather conditions, a buoys mournful horn... Bird song, a laughing child, good music from purists like Eric Clapton, Bonnie Raitt, lately Brooke White. Who is your favorite person? You know... Jesus stepped over from the behind the veil and sacrificed so much for the sake of humanity that I have to say He is a hero of mine. I don't have a favorite person. I love so many! What is your favorite place? My home, My dad's home, The Pacific Northwest, the ocean and the beautiful forests and mountain ranges here. What is your favorite memory? We weren't Grandparents at all and then four Grandbabies were born in four and a half months... They are all early twenties now. What is your favorite article of clothing? Skirts, dresses, pajamas What is your favorite word? Integrity What is your favorite writers' quote and why? Too many too mention, but I love many lyrics and the one that has always stood out for me is "If you have the chance to sit it out or dance, I hope you dance." Mother Teresa said: "We do small things with great love" St Francis said "Where there is injury, pardon" Jesus said, "Love your neighbor as you would have them love you." My husband once wrote: "The strength of one’s character is found in life's darkest moments." From Steele Magnolia's, Tom Skerrit's character said, "An ounce of pretension is like a pound of manure." What is your most favorite quality about yourself? I have the ability to smile at most anyone and I can talk to anyone no matter their station in life. What is the least favorite quality about yourself? I wish I was more tolerant of what I see as stupidity and laziness in others. If you could go anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why? Europe What inspires you to write and why? I am inspired by epic faces, a child's laugh, nature, character in people or the lack there of. Sometimes a scent will set me off or music. I have written on anything in sight to get an idea down before I lose it. What is your favorite book and why? Myriads of books, too many to mention. What is your favorite genre and why? For my own pleasure, I love Victorian murder mysteries. List your three favorite authors (any genre) and why? I have read every book Anne Perry has written thus far, Jane Austen, Malachy McCourt, Patrick McManus, so many many more. What do you think makes a writer successful? Grab me right off the bat, pull me in and don't spend too much time on the incidentals of a character; but show me the character through the story and through their dialogue. Put me in the scene, Anne Perry is a genius at it. What is it that makes you successful as a writer? I measure success by finishing a work. I sell very few books but to know they are there and available, is success to me... For posterity if nothing else. What are your goals as a writer? To say something with my writing whether it's funny or tragic. To be able to pull the reader in with me. What is the best tip you can give to fellow writers? Show me, with good imagery, your scene, but know when enough is enough. IE: The rose was wafting perfume in a shade of not just pink but brilliant hot pink and its petals were ...blah blah blah... Better: The yard was scented with roses as I stepped through the gate... Don't bore me with background on your characters but develop them through words and action. Don't get preachy unless your character is preachy or wise. Do not ramble like I am doing here. What do you hope to provide your readers with through your writing? Hopefully a message with some wisdom and a good story that the average person can relate to. Something for everyone... List your three favorite online writer-resource sites and why (include URLS) www.Lit.org There is something there for every writer. Bagend writer’s forum ...Is a diverse group of poets and writers from around the world. www.WritersDigest has great resources. If you have published a book, tell us about your publishing success (title, publishing date and company, where it is available to purchase). “Billy From Blackwell Lane” Billy From Blackwell Lane is about a child who is neglected, abused and in limbo and then- His life takes a turn that no one expects. He has witnessed the worst and the best of life, with very little middle ground. Will he be whole someday? There is a killing and a setting in a small coastal town where everyone knows everyone. This is a compelling story of tragedy, triumph,death and redemption. The ending will not leave you disappointed." This book is available as a download, in hardcover and paper back. A Detective Mike Sullivan Mystery “Murder In A Small Town.”ISBN:978-0-557-03440-6 Synopsis: A picturesque small town in northern Idaho is rocked by a grisly murder scene that shocks even a seasoned detective like Mike Sullivan. You will find some of the characters endearing and others despicable. You will ache over the tragedy and rejoice over redemption. There are twists and turns, deep love and great hatred. The cast of characters will make you anxious for book two. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ “Life’s Poetic Dance”ISBN: 978-0-557-032-310 “Six Short Stories” ISBN: 978-0-557-03499-4 "Peace, Love, Turmoil, Whimsy & Rhyme: The Poetic Works of Beverly J. Raffaele" ISBN-10: 1413757944 ISBN-13: 978-141-375-794-1 "Peace, Love, Turmoil, Whimsy, & Rhyme Collection Two: A Book of Poetry and Journal" ISBN-10: 1424116465 ISBN-13: 978-1424116461 "Blanket Of Darkness Spray Of Light" ISBN-10: 1430311894 ISBN-13: 978-1430311898 "The Restless Pen" ISBN-10: 143030149X ISBN-13: 978-1430301493 "Life Is A Ball Of Yarn: Sometimes Homespun, Sometimes Soft, But Almost Always A Little Twisted" ISBN-10: 1435704495 ISBN-13: 978-1435704497 "The Words of Jesus According To The Gospel of St. Matthew" ISBN-10: 1430300485 ISBN-13: 978-1430300489 Amazon.com Barnes & Noble LULU.com many other online bookstores How long did it take you to write your book(s)? One or more a year. What would you do differently if you could repeat the same publishing experience? Nothing What have you learned about the publishing world? It is very expensive to obtain publicity. This is your chance to 'Talk Back' to your readers. What would you like to say to them? I encourage all to write. It is a wonderful outlet for the spirit. I am happy to bring my books of Poetry to you with "A place to Pen Your Thoughts" following every poem so the books of poetry are also journals. My book on the tidal wave is a biographical personal account. The words of Jesus from The Gospel of St. Matthew, is from "The New Living Translation." To follow is the complete text of St. Matthew, from "The New King James" version of the Bible. This book is perfect for the one who wishes to have a better understanding of the words of only Jesus. I compiled this book, without any interpretation, or any persuasion other than what the words of Jesus says. What's the one thing that you want them to know about your writing? I paint a word picture. My favorite book of poetry that I have written so far is a book of story poems. "Life Is A Ball Of Yarn: Sometimes Homespun, Sometimes Soft, But Almost Always A Little Twisted." Is filled with imagery. I want my readers to be in the scene. I want them to feel it see it and smell it and pulled in from the start. 'Life's Poetic Dance" is my latest book of Poetry. Thank you very much Mrs. Raffaele My pleasure, Thank you |
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