You are probably scratching your head wondering who on earth Jessica Chapman is and how it is you found yourself viewing her blog. Well, while I can’t account for how you ended up here I can at least tell you a little about myself.
I am Jessica – you may also call me Jess – and I currently live in Florida. I have a BA in Psychology with a minor in English. After graduating I spent close to three years working as a therapist for children with autism. Though I am currently receiving my paycheck as a nanny that is not what I “do”. I am a writer.
I have always been a lover of the written word – for what it can teach me and for the places it can transport me – and I have always best been able to express myself by placing pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard). One not so special day I decided to see if I could actually take one of the stories floating around my head with no purpose other than fodder for daydreams and write it down. I found that I could. About a week prior to starting this blog I finished the first draft of my first novel, which is a fantasy novel tentatively titled A Pristine Heart. While there is still much work to be done I am very proud of what I have accomplished.
Now you know a little bit more about who I am. I hope that you enjoy my blog and continue to visit it. You can find out more about what type of posts to expect here. Enjoy!
Jessica
“ ‘The best thing for being sad,’ replied Merlyn, beginning to puff and blow, ‘is to learn something. That is the only thing that never fails. You may grow old and trembling in your anatomies, you may lie awake at night listening to the disorder of your veins, you may miss your only love, and you may see the world about you devastated by evil lunatics or know your honour trampled in the sewers of baser minds. There is only one thing for it then—to learn. Learn why the world wags and what wags it. That is the only thing which the mind can never exhaust, never alienate, never be tortured by, never fear or distrust, and never dream of regretting.’ ” The Once and Future King by T. H. White
Hi there Jessica, what a fantastic blog. Your writing hits the nail on the head.
Power of a Good Story, Game of Thrones and Sword of Truth are each excellent reads, thank you.
Thank you so much, Martin! I really appreciate it. Have you read the Song of Ice and Fire and Sword of Truth series? I am about to begin A Clash of Kings. After Games of Thrones I’m really excited about it.
I’ve read the whole of The Sword of Truth, I thought they trailed off with the last two and there is a lot of repetition throughout but they are very good reads; I think I’ve read them twice and maybe Wizard’s First Rule three times. My favourite one is Blood of the Fold.
Now I do apologise to his fans but I hadn’t heard of George R.R. Martin until the TV show, I shall certainly read the books at some time.
Yeah, Goodkind does tend to go off on tangents a bit, but the good stuff makes up for it. Not sure which my favorite is. I’ve only read them all once, but plan to reread one day.
I had never heard of George RR Martin or his books before the show either. I am very glad to know about them now though!
Have you read the Damiano trilogy by R. A. Macavoy (1983)? Wizard’s son, alchemist and heir to dark magics. I’ve only read them once but they stuck with me.
Also I have put a link to your site on my website’s Where to Venture page, hope you don’t mind.
That should be Where to Read.
Of course I don’t mind! Thanks!
I’ve never heard of that series, but it certainly sounds interesting. I’m adding it to my list of books to read. I love getting new recommendations.
Hi Jessica! Your writing style is fantastic. I cannot wait to read more. I am thoroughly hooked. I am saving your page and sharing!
Thanks, Cindy! That means so much to me, I truly do appreciate it!
I have nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award.
Go to my post http://agapintheclouds.wordpress.com/2011/11/20/versatile-blogger-award/ to see how it works. Keep up the great writing
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good to find your blog, Jessica
Thank you.
welcome, and I am looking forward to more
Oh man, I totally dig that Once And Future King quote. Merlin is a pretty cool dude.
It sounds like we have some things in common– English major and psychology, living in Florida (I used to) and I have a nephew with autisim. But most of all, we’re both writers. Glad I found your blog!