Sad News: Diana Wynne Jones

You might remember reading any number of fantasy books by Diana Wynne Jones such as Howl's Moving Castle, Dogsbody, The Magicians of Caprona, among others.  She had a unique writing voice that managed to bring to life so many new worlds.  It is with a sad heart that I say she passed away on Saturday, March 26.  

Her work influenced many including Maggie Stiefvater who has written a letter for Ms. Jones here and HarperCollins pays tribute to her here.  It's rather sad hearing about her passing after the fact especially when she affected so many readers, and the same could be said for many other authors.  What we really should appreciate is their impact on us and how they touched our lives as storytellers.  Diana Wynne Jones shall be missed but she will also be remembered through her work and the influence her work has had on other creators.  

May you rest peacefully and happily knowing what you did for so many, Ms. Jones.  

Monday Message: Operation Beautiful

Operation Beautiful

The goal of the Operation Beautiful website is to end
negative self-talk or “Fat Talk.” 

The mission of Operation Beautiful is to post anonymous notes in public places for other women to find. The point is that WE ARE ALL BEAUTIFUL. You are enough... just the way you are!

Operation Beautiful is simple: all you need is a pen and a piece of paper. If you want to join the mission, send the founder, Caitlin, an e-mail at OperationBeautiful@gmail.com with a photograph of your Operation Beautiful note or a description of your experience, and she will post it on the Operation Beautiful site for thousands of others to read and enjoy!


I saw this on Books Beside my Bed and found a message that really needs to get out there.  Spread the word my friends and feel free to use this post on your own blog.  


Remember, you are beautiful! ^_^