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Showing posts with label short stories. Show all posts
Showing posts with label short stories. Show all posts
Thursday, September 5, 2024
New Book Release!
Sunday, August 23, 2020
Being Bold
Introducing the successor to Slaying Dragons, Making Wishes, and Smile Anyway; another book filled with motivation and inspiration, designed to be used on a day-to-day basis.
Being Bold mirrors its predecessors, Smile Anyway, Making Wishes, and Slaying Dragons, with new and inspirational quotes and short stories written by American author, Richelle E. Goodrich. This book gives you something to ponder every day of the year. For those who enjoy poetry, a variety of poems are scattered throughout the reading as well. Being Bold is motivational, inspirational, and entertaining. It can be enjoyed one entry per day or, if preferred, taken in at one sitting. Enjoy the following excerpts:
by
Richelle E. Goodrich
Available at AMAZON or BARNES&NOBLE
A note: This book was written as a graduation gift. Half the royalties are gifted to the author's son to help with college and living expenses, so keep in mind that every purchase is a donation to help put this young man through college.
"Sometimes happiness quietly curls up in your heart just to snuggle."
“Sometimes you save people with your words or with acts of kindness. Other times people save you. That’s what we were meant to do on this earth—be heroes.”
“I am accountable for every lie that I tell, but I am also accountable for the effects of every harsh truth I deliver.”
“Surround yourself with those who voice more gratitudes than grumbles.”
“Whether or not you believe isn’t half as important as whether or not you want to believe.”
“Friends make everything easier. If you want to succeed at a challenge, involve your friends. They have an amazing capacity to lighten physical, emotional, and mental burdens by simply being there.”
And your thought for the day...
"Don’t whisper your wishes to faraway stars, shout them boldly at the sun."
-Richelle E. Goodrich
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Being Bold - Available to Pre-Order NOW!
Introducing the newest book in a line of inspirational and motivational books by American author, Richelle E. Goodrich. Being Bold includes original quotes, poetry, and the occasional short story for every day of the year. In the same vein as Smile Anyway, Making Wishes, and Slaying Dragons, enjoy a fresh collection of daily quotes in the new book, Being Bold.
by
Being Bold was written in the same style as
This book offers readers original daily quotes, poems, as well as the occasional short story. Ponder meaningful quotes like the popular following:
"Sometimes you save people with your words or with acts of kindness. Other times people save you. That’s what we were meant to do on this earth—be heroes."
“Don’t sink too deep into yourself. That is the secret to happiness.”
“Friends make everything easier. If you want to succeed at a challenge, involve your friends. They have an amazing capacity to lighten physical, emotional, and mental burdens by simply being there.”
“Life can be awful. Life can be ugly.
And still there are those who smile at the darkness, anticipating the beauty of an eventual sunrise.”
“Yes, love is a super power. It is the ultimate super power.”
“When a monster grows quiet and crumbles to the ground weeping, you feel sorry for him. You may approach with caution and hope, whispering words of peace. But in the morning he will rise to his full height, roaring and stomping and baring his sharp teeth because he is, after all, a monster.”
This book was written to entertain, inspire, and motivate individuals on a daily basis.
Being Bold is available to pre-order at
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And your thought for the day...
"Don’t whisper your wishes to faraway stars, shout them boldly at the sun."
~ Richelle E. Goodrich
Sunday, April 30, 2017
Slaying Dragons Week―Day 7
"I once dreamt that the man in the moon took an interest in me and reflected the sun’s light directly in my path, lighting the way for my footsteps to sink themselves into the ground. It was wonderful to have my course illuminated by one with a grander perspective than my own. But when I awoke, realizing I could not call on the moon for guidance, my spirit sank until it occurred to me I could talk to the one who had created the moon. And He has lit my path ever since.”
Did you know that you have a chance to win a signed copy of Slaying Dragons? Well, you do if you enter to win at Goodreads.com. Starting May 5th, 2017, you can enter to win a paperback copy signed by the author! (That would be me.) I hope you take the time to enter, and if you missed any portion of "Slaying Dragons Week," just scroll through previous posts to read quotes from the book and learn a few fun trivia facts about the book. Don't forget to leave ratings and reviews anytime you finish reading a good book. It helps an author tremendously!
Goodreads: Slaying Dragons Giveaway!
Saturday, April 29, 2017
Slaying Dragons Week―Day 6
"Love by the sweat of thy brow.
Not through whispered words of hollow sound or lofty dreams ne’er substance bound that more than oft do run aground. Nay, love with mighty, blistered hands that turn the soil and carve the land. A bearer of toil and golden band.
Be strong! A founder of the feast!
Protective knight who slays the beast!
For promises and vows aloud are naught but wispy veneer shroud like cobwebs, frail, the airy words and wooing fail. So work, my darling. Toil as proof. Thy loyal heart be drained of youth and yet beat on, incessant sound. Both feet take root within the ground, and service be thy kingly crown.
Love by the sweat of thy brow.”
Did you know that I included more short stories in Slaying Dragons than in its predecessor, Making Wishes? Both books have something to read and ponder for every day of the year, mostly original quotes and poetry; however, I thought it a fun idea to also include the occasional short story. For your reading pleasure today, visit the following link and read one short story from Slaying Dragons. You will find it under March 5th. Go on now and enjoy Raccoon's Story!
Friday, April 28, 2017
Slaying Dragons Week―Day 5
"When it comes to fighting for your dreams, be a dragon. Breathe fire.”
Did you know that the dragon on the cover of Slaying Dragons has the same red gems in his eyes as the dragon on the back cover of my first ever book, Eena, The Dawn and Rescue? Take a good look in the dragons' eyes and you will find the shape of ruby gems. Why is this? It is a fact discovered by Queen Eena that every dragon mirrors in his eyes the same color of gemstones that line the egg from which he was hatched. The red-eyed dragon I call Ascultone. He was never a pleasant beast.
Slaying Dragons Week―Day 4
Welcome to day four of "Slaying Dragons Week" in which I am celebrating my newly-released book, Slaying Dragons: Quotes, Poetry, & a few Short Stories for Every Day of the Year. I am sharing daily quotes from the book this week, as well as a bit of trivia regarding the making of it. Here is the quote for today:
“Everything in the world that happens to you may be someone else's doing; I'll grant you that. But what you do with it, how you react to it, what you make of yourself in the midst of it all—that's totally you.”
Did you know that this book is the third I have written of its kind? Two collections of my original quotes and poetry precede it. The first is Smile Anyway, dedicated to my sister. The second is Making Wishes, dedicated to my eldest son. In total, all three amount to over 1,000 daily inspirations! A fairly decent accomplishment, if I do say so myself!
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Slaying Dragons Week―Day 3
Slaying Dragons: Quotes, Poetry, & a few Short Stories for Every Day of the Year
This is day three of "Slaying Dragons Week" in which I am celebrating a big accomplishment―my new book. It is a wonderful collection of original quotes, poetry, and short stories for every day of the year. In honor of “Slaying Dragons Week,” I am sharing a daily quote from the book, as well as a bit of trivia relating to the making of it. Here is the quote for today:
“There are tomorrows on their way worth the struggles of today. Never give up.”
Did you know that I wrote this book almost entirely on sticky notes? Yes, it is true! Authors are constantly writing in their heads, and I am no exception. While at my day job, I frequently reach for sticky notes to jot down poetic lines and insightful human truths as well as story ideas that form in my mind, often at inopportune times. But to fail to record a "muse moment" often results in losing it forever! Not worth the risk!
Now that the book is done and published, I have a substantial collection of quotes and poetry scribbled on sticky notes that altogether form the raw, unedited makings of Slaying Dragons. I think I will keep the collection and maybe hand it down to my children someday.
This is day three of "Slaying Dragons Week" in which I am celebrating a big accomplishment―my new book. It is a wonderful collection of original quotes, poetry, and short stories for every day of the year. In honor of “Slaying Dragons Week,” I am sharing a daily quote from the book, as well as a bit of trivia relating to the making of it. Here is the quote for today:“There are tomorrows on their way worth the struggles of today. Never give up.”
Did you know that I wrote this book almost entirely on sticky notes? Yes, it is true! Authors are constantly writing in their heads, and I am no exception. While at my day job, I frequently reach for sticky notes to jot down poetic lines and insightful human truths as well as story ideas that form in my mind, often at inopportune times. But to fail to record a "muse moment" often results in losing it forever! Not worth the risk!
Now that the book is done and published, I have a substantial collection of quotes and poetry scribbled on sticky notes that altogether form the raw, unedited makings of Slaying Dragons. I think I will keep the collection and maybe hand it down to my children someday.
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Slaying Dragons Week―Day 2
Slaying Dragons: Quotes, Poetry, & a few Short Stories for Every Day of the Year
I am celebrating this week in honor of my newly-released collection of original quotes, poetry, and short stories. Part of "Slaying Dragons Week" includes sharing a daily quote from the book as well as a bit of trivia relating to the making of it. Here is the quote for today:
"My soul, I’ve found, has puppet strings
to make me droop or give me wings.
And music is the puppeteer
that turns my ear to hear."
I am celebrating this week in honor of my newly-released collection of original quotes, poetry, and short stories. Part of "Slaying Dragons Week" includes sharing a daily quote from the book as well as a bit of trivia relating to the making of it. Here is the quote for today: "My soul, I’ve found, has puppet strings
to make me droop or give me wings.
And music is the puppeteer
that turns my ear to hear."
Did you know that every quote, poem, and story in this book was based on events and experiences in my own life? I suppose you could call it a journal of sorts, filled with personal insights as well as lessons learned. Most of the motivational quotes were written for me as encouragement to keep climbing towards my goals. Every entry has a personal story that inspired it.
For example, the poem above was written after I had gone for weeks without listening to music. Having a lot on my mind, I made my drives in silence and carried out my chores without what I felt was "noise distraction". Then one day in the car, I turned on my music. I experienced such an intense emotional reaction to the music, that it entirely lightened my mood. I felt less burdened with cares. I felt happier than I had for weeks. I understood right then the power music has to sway our moods, even affect our physical being. I began again to listen to the kind of music that put a smile on my face and a hop in my step. From this experience, the above poem developed.
So remember, when you read Slaying Dragons there is more behind the words than you know.
For example, the poem above was written after I had gone for weeks without listening to music. Having a lot on my mind, I made my drives in silence and carried out my chores without what I felt was "noise distraction". Then one day in the car, I turned on my music. I experienced such an intense emotional reaction to the music, that it entirely lightened my mood. I felt less burdened with cares. I felt happier than I had for weeks. I understood right then the power music has to sway our moods, even affect our physical being. I began again to listen to the kind of music that put a smile on my face and a hop in my step. From this experience, the above poem developed.
So remember, when you read Slaying Dragons there is more behind the words than you know.
Monday, April 24, 2017
Slaying Dragons Week―Day 1
I dub this week "Slaying Dragons Week" in honor of my newly-released book. I will be sharing a quote a day from the book all week long, as well as a bit of trivia relating to the making of this book. Here is the quote for today:
"There are trials in life that feel as tremendous as a quest to slay dragons. These trials are daunting. They require hard work, determination, and courage. But when the dragon is finally slain, the relief is immense."
Did you know that this book was two years in the making? It was written as a graduation present for my second son who graduated from both high school and a local two-year college. He loves dragons and has painted one every year for entry in the summer fair.
I am very proud of my son's accomplishments; it is quite a feat to earn a high school diploma and a college AA degree at the same time! Along with dedicating this book to him, I have promised him 50% of the royalties to go towards furthering his college education. So remember, a purchase of Slaying Dragons on Amazon.com (kindle, paperback, or hardcover) helps support a struggling college student!
Monday, April 17, 2017
Slaying Dragons
An inspirational and entertaining book
designed to be used on a day-to-day basis. Curious?
by
Richelle E. Goodrich
Slaying Dragons: Quotes, Poetry, & a few Short Stories for Every Day of the Year is the next in a collection of inspirational books by American author and novelist, Richelle E. Goodrich. In the same style as Smile Anyway and Making Wishes, Slaying Dragons offers readers original daily quotes, poems, and an occasional story. Ponder meaningful quotes like the popular following:
"There are tomorrows on their way worth the struggles of today. Never give up."
“I can overlook the lie; what's harder to ignore is the grotesque way it has marred your character.”
“Too often we let others stamp a price tag on us and we accept their appraisal of our worth, forgetting we are in fact priceless."
“When you love someone, you don’t care that she ate your sandwich. You only hope she found it delicious.”
“Habits grow like dragons if you feed them.”
This book was written to entertain, inspire, and motivate individuals on a daily basis.
Slaying Dragons is available in
And your thought for the day...
"When it comes to fighting for your dreams, be a dragon. Breathe fire."
~ Richelle E. Goodrich
Saturday, August 1, 2015
Making Wishes
Introducing the successor to Smile Anyway; another book designed to be used on a day-to-day basis.
by
Richelle E. Goodrich
Available in PAPERBACK KINDLE
NOOK KOBO iTUNES
And your thought for the day.....
NOOK KOBO iTUNES
A note: This book was written as a graduation gift. Half the royalties are gifted to the author's son to help with college and living expenses, so keep in mind that every purchase is a kind donation to help put this boy through college.
Making Wishes mirrors its predecessor, Smile Anyway, with new and inspirational quotes, poems, and thoughts written by American author, Richelle E. Goodrich. This book gives you something to ponder for every day of the year, including a small number of emotional mini-stories that sweetly deliver life lessons. For those who enjoy poetry, each month begins with an original haiku. Other varieties of poems are scattered throughout the reading as well. Making Wishes is both thought-provoking and entertaining; it can be enjoyed one entry per day or, if preferred, taken all-in at one sitting. Enjoy the following excerpts:
"Dress yourself in the silks of benevolence because kindness makes you beautiful."
“Temptations don't appear nearly as harmful as the roads they lead you down.”
“Don't seek to be happy; let everyone else chase after that rainbow. Seek to be kind, and you'll find the rainbow follows you.”
“If I must start somewhere, right here and now is the best place imaginable.”
“There are times you find yourself standing by the wayside, watching as someone struggles to dig a well with a spoon, and you wish with all your heart you had arms and a shovel.”
“Sorrow on another's face often looks like coldness, bitterness, resentment, unfriendliness, apathy, disdain, or disinterest when it is in truth purely sadness.”
This book is your 'thought for the day' in hand and includes a saying for leap year.
And your thought for the day.....
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
A Book for Children's Charity
A
few months ago I was asked to
participate in a charity writing project. The goal was to collect short
stories from willing authors and then compile these original tales into a book
where 100% of proceeds from sales would go directly to the Devizes & District Opportunity Centre, an organization
helping special needs children and their families.
I
eagerly volunteered to do my part and drafted a short story for the project. My tale is entitled, 'The Beauty of Ugh.'
Now
it's time for you to do your part. Purchase a copy of the book and help a
children's charity. And thank you in advance for doing a small part to support these
young children with special needs and learning disabilities. "I Am Not Frazzle and Other Stories for Grownups" is available in e-book and paperback formats; click the links below.
Contributing authors include:
For more info:www.iamnotfrazzle.webs.com
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