MORE SUPPORT THAN A PLAYTEX BRA By Reese Mobley

Who or what has been the biggest influence on my writing?  Hmmmm.  This is a tough one.  I guess the answer would have to be everyone.  My folks encouraged me from the moment I expressed interest.  I can always rely on my husband or children for positive reinforcement.  I've had a writing pen-pal/friend for years.  WARA members are always there to give me a high five or a hug.  But, in all honesty, it's probably my critique partners who have had the most influence on me.  Two of the three women are multi-published and I'm sure the other one isn't far behind them.

These three ladies push, prod and are more than willing to give me a kick in seat of my pants when I need it.  They tell me what works and what doesn't in my manuscript.  Their success makes me want to do better.  Do more. I want to be like them when I grow up. 

We've been together for years and even though we have different lives and writing styles, we all work well together.  I love these girls and respect them and their opinions.  Together we plot, plan, create and have fun along the way.  We've shared the highs and lows of our lives and writing careers.  They've seen me at my worst and at my best and yet they stick around and for that I will be forever grateful.   

Pat, Deborah and Rox, thanks for always being there for me. 

Hugs,
Reese