Jean Ann Williams | Author

As I studied the craft of writing over the first fifteen years, the books on craft shouted, “Write what you know!” I took this to heart. It actually made me smile, this advice. I had a treasure chest full of life experiences already at the age of forty when I began my writing journey. Story […]

Have you ever wondered what are some of the most important tools that the writer uses? Of course the pen, pencil, or typewriter/ computer are a must. With two of my stories I’ve used the pencil and reams of yellow ledgers to write the first draft. I used them for “Just Claire” and now the […]

The Beginning In 1994, I began my dream to write. I borrowed a large stack of books from the library and began reading on the craft of writing. Before I finished the pile of books, I set up a small table in a vacant room to write. I dabbled in picture books but found it […]