You look lovely in all these photos. #1) I like this quite a bit, but you don’t look as comfortable from your folded arms down. #2) This feels more social than creative and intellectual. Because it is a standing portrait, it will likely have to be a tall vertical on the back cover, unless there’s a good crop. Or to keep the full portrait but use less space on the cover, your readers might not get a good sense of you based on your face. If you’re working with a designer, you might get good advice from him or her on scale. #4 is lovely! You look warm and welcoming and I love the typewriter. I am, however, distracted by the notebook, which seems to show a blank page — could come across as a mixed message from a writer. You might try a crop from the bottom up to eliminate the notebook and the books. See if you like that. I voted for #3 and as I looked at it again just now, it struck me as a good match for a fantasy novel. And that may be why I chose it. I think it’s great that you’re seeking feedback. Great idea. Congratulations on your book deal! Sheila
Thank you for all your thoughts and advice! You've given me a lot to think about! The blank notebook mix message is especially insightful. Don't want people thinking I'm out of stories! ;) Haha!
You’re welcome. When the time comes, and if the book I’m writing is accepted for publication, I’d like to follow your lead and get feedback on any photo I might use. It’s early days, yet, but ….
Great photos! Sounds like you’re busy with a bunch of fun things. In between writing and publishing, I’ve been enjoying listening to the new fantasy release Water Moon.
You can't go wrong with any of the photos!
Thank you!
You look lovely in all these photos. #1) I like this quite a bit, but you don’t look as comfortable from your folded arms down. #2) This feels more social than creative and intellectual. Because it is a standing portrait, it will likely have to be a tall vertical on the back cover, unless there’s a good crop. Or to keep the full portrait but use less space on the cover, your readers might not get a good sense of you based on your face. If you’re working with a designer, you might get good advice from him or her on scale. #4 is lovely! You look warm and welcoming and I love the typewriter. I am, however, distracted by the notebook, which seems to show a blank page — could come across as a mixed message from a writer. You might try a crop from the bottom up to eliminate the notebook and the books. See if you like that. I voted for #3 and as I looked at it again just now, it struck me as a good match for a fantasy novel. And that may be why I chose it. I think it’s great that you’re seeking feedback. Great idea. Congratulations on your book deal! Sheila
Thank you for all your thoughts and advice! You've given me a lot to think about! The blank notebook mix message is especially insightful. Don't want people thinking I'm out of stories! ;) Haha!
You’re welcome. When the time comes, and if the book I’m writing is accepted for publication, I’d like to follow your lead and get feedback on any photo I might use. It’s early days, yet, but ….
Congratulations on the release date! And good luck with the house project!
Thank you!
Great photos! Sounds like you’re busy with a bunch of fun things. In between writing and publishing, I’ve been enjoying listening to the new fantasy release Water Moon.
Ok, I just read the first line of the premise and I'm sold! Ordering now! :D
Exciting things amongst the chaos ☺️
Yes! We moms must just roll with the punches! ;)
Official author photo, eeeek!! Living the dream!
It’s been a fun few weeks for sure! :)
Can't wait to see your character art!
I like the last one with the books and u sitting at ur desk. Ty
Oh, and also so exciting to have a date for your book's release!
Thank you!!!