WELCOME

Let me introduce myself, my name is T.R. Reed. Born Taryn Renee Reed, I am a native of Mount Vernon, New York, a suburb located in lower Westchester County. Throughout my childhood, I always possessed a creative trait. Usually, it was drawing that I immersed myself in. But I also loved to write poetry.  I believe it was the shock of puberty that made my writing take shape. And it was while attending college at Central Connecticut State University in New Britain, Connecticut that my writing matured and became a passion.

Until a few years ago, I kept my poems close to my heart. Writing helped to calm my soul and spirit.  The few people I did share my talents with, told me I should try to get published. At first, I balked at the idea. I didn’t want anyone to criticize my work. But then I decided to give it a try.  I didn’t want to settle for the nine to five grind, I wanted more out of life.  So becoming published became my dream.

After a year of submitting poetry to publishers, a New York literary agent suggested using my “colorful language” and “gift of elaboration” to pen a full-length novel.  Thus I began writing, THE OTHER SIDE OF DA COURT.  It was a difficult task that I didn’t put much effort into at first.

Then in February 2002, my world was turned upside down like so many Americans as a result of September 11th. My employer gave into the failing economy and began the inevitable lay offs. 
Who knew the pink slips would come so fast and in such great numbers. Completely distraught and depressed, I re-opened my notebooks and began to dive back into my novel. Finishing it gave me peace. And I knew then, there was a greater purpose for me. 

I had been given the gift of time to complete the novel and maybe if I created the perfect niche, I could give something back to others.
After another year and a half of submitting query letters and chapter samples, a rejection letter was returned to me with a handwritten note that said, “Try PublishAmerica.” Thus, the print-on-demand company located in Frederick, Maryland, accepted me. PublishAmerica and I share one common goal that has made this union a perfect fit. Our focus is not to just make money off of retail sales, but to publish works that are “unique and realistic to the human experience.”

What if a fictitious novel could entertain and enlighten any reader, young or old?

Fiction with a twist!!!

I believe that the right formula lies in a funny, realistic story that allows the reader to dive into a character’s world and become part of it.  As the reader identifies with the characters, they unconsciously see themselves or factors of their own life in the story.  I believe the reader will take what the characters learn, remember it, and perhaps use it to an extent in their lives.

TRUE INSPIRATIONS, a series of ideas for future novels, is intended for the young adult and adult reader. By using sincere characters and honest plots that target audiences age 12 and up can relate to, I believe “Fiction with a twist” can be fun for all ages.  It can change the way teens feel about reading as well as help them face life’s challenges. And give the adult entertaining food for thought!

But it’s still fiction…it’s still fun!!!