“Even the little ones. The little ones matter the most, in fact. All the most powerful words are brief.”—Jim Butcher, Twelve Months
I am reading the final edition of The Dresden Files by Jim Butcher. His beautifully crafted and funny novels have moved me for over 26 years. His creative mind gave me solace throughout my years of extraordinary life changes. His world allowed me to escape for a little while, and his personal life’s ups and downs gave his words meaning. They mattered to me. And although the world he created was in Chicago, his moving to Colorado a few years back is reflected in this final battle to save humanity and live a decent life with his family.
I am impressed by writers who stick to a story this long. It took me longer to write the trilogy than it did him to write his 18-book series. Writers like him and others who create worlds with their wonderful words inspired me to create my own story and battles of heroes and critters from out of this world. I appreciate his writing more than he’ll ever know. Thank you, Jim Butcher, for continuing your saga and now supporting your son in his endeavors. So cool!
Main Novel List (In Order):
- Storm Front (2000)
- Fool Moon (2001)
- Grave Peril (2001)
- Summer Knight (2002)
- Death Masks (2003)
- Blood Rites (2004)
- Dead Beat (2005)
- Proven Guilty (2006)
- White Night (2007)
- Small Favor (2008)
- Turn Coat (2009)
- Changes (2010)
- Ghost Story (2011)
- Cold Days (2012)
- Skin Game (2014)
- Peace Talks (2020)
- Battle Ground (2020)
- Twelve Months (2026)
Isn’t that the most important thing in life? To keep your family safe from the throes of mass destruction? In today’s trying times, it’s necessary to return to the concept of safety while creating a story of meaningful acts through positive words. That kind of atmosphere in our neighborhoods will ensure that everyone is protected from chaos, regardless of their skin color. They are your neighbors. Protect them. If we stick together, we can overcome anything, including the madness happening because of those madmen in power. Words matter. Kind words matter even more.
And continue to read, read, read good books. Don’t be swayed by the easy way out of streaming media that’s negative and takes you down the doomsday path. Read classics, read fiction, read good non-fiction. Your life should be full of great novels and promising new authors. I have many favorites, but Jim wisely said, “You can’t pick a favorite…they’re books. They’re pieces of someone’s mind and soul. They’re almost friends.”—Jim Butcher, Twelve Months
So, don’t forget to set aside a time to read every day. And if you’re looking for a fun escape, feel free to purchase and delve into my Caitlin Ferguson mysteries and the Silver Ranger Mini-Series available on Amazon during Spring Break. Thanks for your support! Drusilla Tieben author page.
I love you all on this wild and windy day! Hope and Spring are in the air!
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