Rachel Stafford Writes

HELLO all. I've decided to update my blog style. Watcha think, pretty sweet right? Well, maybe. But there are new things a'happenin! I've added a shopping cart to my sidebar ------> One can use this to buy paperback versions of my book(s) and possibly other merch in the future. I've also added quick links to my Facebook & GoodReads pages on the top navigation. There's a sketches and doodles page, which will kind of be a catch all for my Instagram feed, probably. And FINALLY, I've added a pretty important [to me] page. Da-dada-da! It's the Rural Road Tales page! I'm going to use this as a platform for a weekly sketch diary that involves my characters-- my family-- in a weekly comic style. I'm aiming for uploading every Sunday. My goal is relatable and funny... but  it's me so it'll probably just be awkward. Either way, I'm hoping it will brighten your day. I received my first new edition copy of The Greasy Opossum  and ...

Just when I think that I've finishing The Greasy Opossum, I realize that there are things I need to change. I wonder if all authors go through this? I just went through and re-edited and republished the entire paperback and ebook editions. They should be available within 24 hours on Amazon, but it's so frustrating. It's amazing what a little time and perspective can do to make you realize that your original work (that was edited and edited then edited some more) still needs WORK. Maybe it'll always be a constant work in progress. Who knows? Either way, it's 19:55 on 08/19/17 and hopefully within 24 hours, both the new paperback and ebook editions will be ready and available! WOOT. Here's a preview of the new cover for your viewing pleasure. Always Keep Adventuring! Rachel♥♥

I've been a little busy, lately! BUT that doesn't mean I've forgotten about finally starting those illustrations. I've gotten around to starting some rough sketches for Our Little House on the Great Big Hill . I've got a few ideas down, and I'm planning on working on some more as soon as possible. (Maybe I'll even start some serious line work tonight!!!) This book is going to be an examination into the ART of being 'grateful.' Being thankful for all that we DO have can be extremely trying sometimes. Especially if you work REALLY  hard and don't feel like you have much to show for it. Like I do. Sometimes, even if you have a fantastic job, and a great family, and budget your butt off... you still struggle to keep your head above water.  But what truly matters isn't a flashy house. One needs to find joy in what they do have, even if it's not exactly what they want.  Our family lives in a teeny, tiny trailer. It's ...