Twelve things about me…
- I write for young readers, because I never grew up … and never will. That’s a promise.
- I started my first novel when I was seven, but stopped after the second sentence when I realized I didn’t have enough life experience.
- I was a strange kid … still am … I just look older.
- Adventure films are a favorite, because they’re just plain fun.
- I also love comedies, especially the wacky screwball ones.
- Laughing is the best. Coffee and chocolate are close seconds. Don’t make me choose between them.
- I can’t imagine a life without music.
- There’s a neon sign flashing above my head that only animals can see that says “Eat here! Always open, always good!” Which is probably why all kinds of animals find me…everywhere I go.
- Cricket Magazine published my article about attending a hands-on elephant handling school (with real elephants!) at Riddle’s Elephant Sanctuary in Arkansas.
- I got a black belt in Tae Kwon Do because I liked the twirly kicks.
- I’m really a Dog Person, but my cats don’t believe me!
- I must have been a rabbit in a past life, because it’s the only way to explain my cravings for all things salad-y.
Author Photograph by Olivia Marshall
Elizabeth Fais 
Loving the blog site, Elizabeth.
The color, the banner. Fifteen ineresting facts. Wish I were more a rabbit instead of a sugar junkie.
Good job all the way around,
Hi Elizabeth! I nominated you for the Leibster blog award (http://neyska.com/2013/05/16/writing-comprimised-and-the-liebster-award/). Do with it as you like. Happy blogging! 🙂
Thank you! I received the Leibster award last year and did a post on it. Doesn’t mean I can’t do it again, though. 😉
Your awesome! We have so much in common–testing for my purple belt in TKD tomorrow (at 39 years old)–wish me luck. 🙂
You’ll do GREAT! 😀
🙂 “I learned how to work with elephants.” How wonderful! I did a mahout (trainer) day in Chiang Mai. Did you ever put your skills to work?
I’m using my elephant training skills in my writing. I wouldn’t be able to do my next project without that experience. 😉
I wanted learn how to work with elephants, because I’d heard how intelligent they are. I wanted to experience them first-hand. They turned out to be smarter and more sensitive than I could have imagined. They are amazing creatures!
Indeed they are. I treasure the memory of the day I spent learning about them and caring for them.
My name is Rose Whitehorn. I work for a public library system in Florida. I am part of a small team trying to initiate a progressive writing group. Do you have any suggestions? At this point we are trying to look at all options and/or possibilities. All suggestions are appreciated. Thank you. Rose.
I’m sorry, but I don’t know what you mean by a progressive writing group. I belong to the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, where members who are interested in forming critique groups can connect with one another in various ways. I know the Romance Writers of America offer similar benefits for their members. If neither of those organizations are what you’re looking for, I would look to a local college or university for established groups that might be able to provide the information you need.
Hold onto that youth, “young lady.” Have a wonderful day.
Thank you! You too (on both counts)!!