CharlieWestWesterns

Howdy! I noticed that you seem to center around the frontier era in your novels, but I'm curious to know if you have any tips to give regarding a Civil War soldier? I'm working on a novel (or short story, haven't decided yet), about a Union Cavalry soldier coming back to his home town in 1863, only to discover his mother is buried in the ground and his little brother has disappeared. Anyway, there's more to that but I'm not going to spoil it. It's gonna be a little while before it sees the light of day, but if you have any advice, I'd love to hear it!

RRunning79

@CharlieWestWesterns Hi! Sounds like a great idea for a novel! I had a few of my westerns already written years ago, but I decided to take some time and really research things like, how much did cattle sell for, how long did it take for a cattle drive, where they usually started and ended, how many would be on a typical crew, the cost of supplies, the cost of a horse! Another one had to do with the railroad, so I really looked into when the tracks were started and when they finished. Little details like that really helped me write a (hopefully) more realistic story. Just taking notes and being able to look back on them was really a great resource. I have one novel that I'm still working on that is more of a regency era (1700s England) that I desperately want to write as a mystery, but I haven't been able to figure out how to add those great twists in the plot that grab you because you aren't expecting it! Good luck with your story.....I'd love to read it when it's finished! 
            Rachael R
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JoelleSC

Hey, author! I've come across "Change of Plans" and read through the entire thing. I owe you an apology for spamming your Wattpad notifications with commentary on every chapter - for good reason! I've left out a note of appreciation at the last chapter of it, but I seriously can't stress enough of how wonderful "Change of Plans" was. It was such a simple setting, but you managed to create a wonderful story. Keep writing, keep making stories. If you are, I can't wait to see more from you!

JoelleSC

@JoelleSC Awesome! It's on my list, but haven't gotten into it yet. Can't wait to read it soon!
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RRunning79

@JoelleSC Thank you so much for reading, and please don't feel bad about all the comments! I've enjoyed reading them! Many of them made me laugh! I'm so glad that what I wanted to get across in this story came across so well. I've been writing for a long time but never 'published' anything so it's good to have great feedback.
            I have another one published called The Secret Promise (don't know if it's as good as this one, but feel free to give feedback if you read it). It's kind of the same time period but completely different characters. I'm also working on a few more that are almost done and ready to publish. 
            Have a great day! Rachael Running/Author
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