Tales of Wonder

Hi Mark,

A delightful kid's story. There are a few small errors such as innocents which should be innocense, an few words that should be capitalised aren't, but nothing that isn't easily put right.

Ron

How lovely! This is a wonderful story for children and hope you get it published. It is enchanting and imaginative and sure to stir litttle minds.
Best

A great joy to read

The Mind setter

What a fun creation. I think it is wonderful that you began this with your mother :)

Warmly
Natasha

~ Support Dani the Earth Angel

Charming is the best word I can think of to describe your lovely first story. Kids will absolutely love it. I did so I must be a kid at heart! Gordon - The Harpist of Madrid

Whimsical and airy. Delicious writing. As someone else noted, watch your grammar and punctuation, but other than this, I have nothing to point out. I loved it!

Best,
Cori
"Princess"

PS
If you get a chance, I would love to hear your thoughts on my book, "Princess", and of course, any backing that you would like to offer. :)

Fantastic work. Such charming tales. Imaginative settings. Colorful, captivating characters. Dynamic dialogue. Perceptive narrative. Poignant scenes. Excellent pacing. Superb writing. An immensely enjoyable read. Backed.

Dear Mark,
Your work is amazing....... I also love your title, Tales of Wonder..... You're a great writer, and I wish you the best of luck and much success.
Backed with pleasure
Helen
The Last Dream

Backed Tales of Wonder. Adorable! This is something we would buy for our grandchildren. We found a few errors though, but not enough to keep us from backing these wonderful short stories. Best Wishes!
CC Brown
Dark Side

Interesting, indeed! I randomly picked a chapter and started, then had to rewind and start with the beginning of that particular story - "The Forgotten Land." I like it, I like that it is written for children yet keeps the interest of an adult (tho' I am a bit of a fantasy fan! : ^ )).

Backed,
Justis Call
Prestidigitations

First I have to say that I like the idea that you are continuing stories started by your mother, about a a fictional land like Elkwood. That is fantastic and the kind of story that will bring readers to you.

The stories and writing itself is wonderful, it has such a magical, fairy tale feel to it. They're written in a way that kids will love, full of colorful characters, imaginative places. I was charmed by this and I'm an adult. Kids will love it. Maybe one day your kids will continue the tradition.

Missy
Mark of Eternity

I think what I like most about your book is the reason you wrote. . . . how sweet is that!
Charming tales.

Suz

I think what I like most about your book is the reason you wrote. . . . how sweet is that!
Charming tales.

Suz

Mark

I love this and it's just the type of thing I love to read to my young daughter. Who knows - maybe I'll end up buying this as well and enjoying the tales with her - best of luck!

Backed with best wishes - Glenn (Darkling Child)

Dear Mark,
One of the most charming book on authonomy! You should feel very proud that you have continued your mother's work and added on. These are delights for children of all ages.

BACKED
Elizabeth Wolfe (MEMORIES OF GLORY)

Many children will enjoy this, well done. Paula Barrett (Cuthbert-how mean is my valley)

Tales of wonder

Mark David

Out of my element here not being a child to say from a child's point of view how I feel about these tales, but speaking as an adult and as someone who made up stories for my own children when they were of that "age" not very long ago, I must say I am impressed by your imagination and storytelling abilities. Happy to back on that basis and best in finding a publisher.

Hello Mark, This is a really enchanting children's story. Your characters are spot on. However, it does need an edit here and there e.g.:
Chapter 2: 'If "your" not a fairy...", should be "you're".
'They've "forgot" should be "forgotten".
Despite this, I believe that children everywhere would love your writing and I have no hesitation in backing you. Good luck.
Would you have a look at my story please?

Phyllis
A Passing Storm

Nice work Mark. I thought your pitch needed help, as you mis-spell 'exists' and repeat it three times. 'Place' appears twice, and you say, 'a magical place' but then name two places -Mythria and Elkwood' so you need to remodel this.

Across the great divide that separates our world from that unseen, (exsists) the circle of magic. A (place) that surrounds a magical (place) called Mythra and the kingdom of Elkwood (that's two places). The world in which this kingdom (exsists) is created by our imagination and our dreams, for it's because of our world that theirs (exsists) at all.

Best wishes,
Barry
LITTLE KRISNA AND THE BIHAR BOYS

Mark -

Tale of wonder - I was enchanted and started reading aloud to myself, caught by the music of the language. The stories are simply delightful. They also would be a dream for an illustrator. Best success.

Backed, Pia (Course of Mirrors)

Charming and delightful. I read until Mother Hubbard had introduced Aidan to the fairy Queen and the end of Chapter 5. This is easy reading and nice bedtime stories. This should encourage children's imagination and creativity. I would have liked to see an illustration for the cover.

Backed easily,

Lisa

This is an excellent childrens book, one that will occupy a place in many households.
Your writing is easily read and flows along.
The characters are magical and the sort that children lock onto and want more.
I think that short stories will always be welcome and 'Tales of wonder' is no exception.
I back it and wish you well SHELVED.

Please take a look at my 1st book 'The Secrets Of The forest - The Time Zone' when you can.

kind regards,

Neville (The Secrets Of The Forest - Series)

I have always admired short story writers for their ability to move seamlessly from one story to another and you are no exception. Your writing is highly descriptive and flows well. In your first story I do like your character development of Aiden. Backed with pleasure.

Andrew Burans
The Reluctant Warrior: The Beginning

Dear Mark


Talent and skill have been shown with this book for sure. I have to wonder on this site at the creations that come from peoples heads and of course the immense talent of those like yourself to animate such colorful characters. I truly wish I had half your talent. I loved your short and long pitch both really sell your book which they are meant too so CONGRATS, and love the way you write. Your ability with words to craft an orginal read is amazing. the characters have decided to take up permanent residence but i will insist they leave soom to go home. ha!

Please take a moment to look, COMMENT which is important to me, and BACK my book. if not that is OK
also

The VERY best of luck to you

BACKED BY ME FOR SURE.
Denise
The Letter

I love these stories - just watch your grammar as there are a few commas and speech marks missing, but great stories well told :)

Jane Holyoake (The Spiral Pendant)

Nicely woven tale. Consistent story telling. Backed.

jim
jack & charmian london

It's great to see a family tradition being handed down. It's an interesting idea to have a group of stories continue through the generations. Are all of these written by you, or did you include some of your mother's? Yeah, I tried to stay awake like Aidan, but fell asleep anyway. Everyone tried to stay awake and wait for the fairy, but . . . "If you're not a fairy, then what are you?" Oh, a leprechaun. "My name is Timothy and I come from a place called Candy Land in the magical Kingdom of Elkwood." Yeah, why not? This is so cool. I'm glad these are all short. They just the right size for little stories to read to kids before sleep. I'll be back and read more just before bed. Backed for now.

Simply wonderful! Backed with pleasure.

Liz
The Cheech Room
A Fine Pickle

Dear Mark, I love the creative mind of your & your mom's. :) I was thinking, I'm just the opposite & can't even think of a made up name, so that's not my gift for sure. :) Your tooth fairy, every kid can relate to, for sure. :) I've backed your book :) - could you please take a moment to back my memoir book? :) Thanks so very much. :) Love, Susie :)

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Hi Mark David

the ideas behind these stories are delightful, but I'm not sure what age of reader you're targeting here. The sentence structure is often too complex for five year olds, even if it is read to them: read your opening sentence of chapter 1 out loud and you'll see what I mean. So I think a rewrite ought to take that into consideration. When you do, cut the emphasis on "tiny", "little", and "funny" in your descriptions. You can use them now and again but at present they're a bit overdone. I'll watch list this and have another look later. Good luck with the editing.

TALES OF WONDER
Welcome to authonomy. I enjoyed your short pitch - straight to the point and mums always tell the best stories! Very enjoyable collection of stories;,toothfairies, pixies, dragons and monsters, just what all children love and enjoy. You have an easy flowing style that makes reading to youngsters easy and with lots of excitement to keep them enthralled. My children would have enjoyed this. Backed
Faith
THE ASSASSINS VILLAGE

Hi there, I like the look of your pitch.
I have therefore backed your book and will come back to it later to do a proper read which I look forward to.

Could you please take a look at my 1st book THE SECRETS OF THE FOREST – THE TIME ZONE?
I would be very pleased.

Kind regards,

Neville (The Secrets Of The Forest – Series)