November 2002

Dear Friends and Family,

Denying it is no good, part of these books are part of me, . . . Part of my past and the struggles that I endured like many others. Perhaps someday, I will write an autobiography, but until then, I shall write stories about men and women who have won over their pain and agonies, resisting silence at a time when obedience was expected and had triumphed over those who had made life miserable and unbearable for many. To write about men, women, and children of all faiths, colors and creeds who had struggled, loved, and believed in goodness where there was only Evil.

Now, let me be honest, I do not consider myself an author, in fact, far from it. I am simply a storyteller. . . . . a storyteller that takes history as her guide.

An author is a storyteller whose work has been acknowledged and accepted by many as a work of art . . . . I do not deserve that honor until I  have earned it honestly. The more people that read my stories, the more outlets I will find for my work.

The achievement of writing a good book, teaching the history of our past, and allowing everyone to look at how we once were and how we are now, is the wealth and the fortune that I seek. I would like to leave a legacy of my works of art for my children and their children to come, for whenever anyone touches one of my stories, I would live through them, . . . . therefore, I shall live forever!

Now, . . . . let me ask you something, . . . . I would like to ask you to write a word or two about what you think of any of my books that you  read. Just go to the Comments/Reviews page and write down what you think. It does not matter if your input is positive or negative; I welcome all. That is how I wish to learn and improve the stories, the books, and myself.

Fondest regards,

Faye Wallace