| Welcome to my world A place of imagination and creativity. This page is all about me... R.M. Putnam (Rose Marie Putnam) read about my thoughts, see pictures of my family and information as to my future books. I am happy to answer questions and accept comments At: admin@destinyswarriors.com |
| In my youth I was a dreamer always imagining adventure and romance in mystical realms. Picture taken 1972 |
I took great pleasure in writing Destiny's Warriors. Celtic myth and the wonderment of Pagan gods sent me on a journey that started 17 years ago to write all ten novels in the series. The brutality of human sacrifice to appease the gods is a part of history that is horrific. And, the idea of Gods having to deal with the same emotional issues as mortal man was fascinating for me to create. This wonderful journey into mystical realms guided me to continue and finish the saga. I tell of enchanted warriors, mystical creatures and monsters such as Crimson Death and Banshees. The struggle to survive, heartache, betrayal and rivalry are what my characters have to face in this fantasy. You'll cry, cringe in fear and feel in awe at the romance as you read my tale. I hope you enjoy reading Destiny's Warriors. In addition, working with Michael W. Valadez, we have started writing Children's books for entertainment, education and fun. Books are intended for 4 to 8 year olds that teach about rules, feelings and even an educational book about Dinosaurs. May a Rainbow be your guide down destiny's path. R. M. Putnam |
| My family... my pride and joy |
| My boys and I (John 11 and Michael 6) On our way via train to Disney Land for a fun filled weekend. 1986 |
| That was then the following is now |
| About R.M. Putnam I am 57 years old, my birthday is on November 14th I live in the Pacific Northwest and enjoy traveling, reading, writing and working on my house. My favorite things to do are watch science fiction, action and horror movies and going out to restaurants. I have published 3 books in my series and my 4rd book will be released in 2012 3rd book in the Destiny's Warriors Series: Destiny's Warriors Pure Evil A tale about greed, war and cannibalistic vampires. Pure Evil begins with adventure in ancient Persia. As the story develops the Baalites attack whereupon Greek mythology creates mayhem and death. A story like no other, a war like no other as my heroes face horror like no other. |
| Michael on the left and John on the right of the picture. 2005 |
| John J. Valadez writer artist mechanic and father 2008 YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BEWlI-14SZg |
| My precious granddaugher B'Elanna |
| Michael W. Valadez Artist Writer adventurer martial artist and his passion is making knives. 2008 |
| Michael's Wedding day August 2010 (my children) Welcome to the family Nicole |
| My hubby, the love of my life William R. Putnam Dramatic reader President of the 1st Cavalry Association- Columbia/Willamette Chapter Retired Army |
something and then go into my, "What if" mode. But as for writing fantasy that was a complete accident because my first love was Science Fiction. I went back to college when I was 39 years old. That first semester, sitting in my history class the instructor assigned the class to write a paper on an American Holiday, it's origin and so forth. Well, it was the first week of October and so I thought of Halloween. Off to the library I went to do research and there I became mesmerized in ancient history, mythology and folklore. My research took a few weeks as my study into history opened up to Pre-Christian times back to Paganism where Halloween started. As I read the information mesmerized by Celtic history and folklore, my "What If" mode went into high gear. The paper I finally turned in went from fact to fiction. My instructor gave me a C- a passing grade for all the work and effort I put into the paper but told me Halloween is NOT an American Holiday. He said I should have written about Thanksgiving, or Independence day etc. I was disappointed with the grade until he told me that he loved my paper and that I should complete the story for publication. That was all the encouragement I needed as I embarked into writing my fantasy novel that grew into ten books in the series over the following fifteen years. Obsessed with my story building fermenting in my mind every free moment became dedicated to writing. I was never without my note book. I wrote my story out long hand during fifteen minutes breaks at work and during my lunch hour. Often I’d wake up in the middle of the night with an idea and quickly took to writing in my note book. Fearing failure, embarrassment and not wanting to be laughed at for pursuing a dream that might never come true I was a closet writer keeping my literary ambitions a secret from everyone I knew except my sons. It took many years of constant dedication reading and rereading, revision after revision but I made the dream come true. My message to aspiring writers is: You can succeed if you persevere and not let obstacles or rejection affect you. It might take a while but you can do it. Never did I imagine I would write fantasy but there you have it. You never know when a story is about to be born or where it will take you and that is the wonderment and joy of being a writer. ~R.M. Putnam |
| If you are a book store owner or manager and would like me to make an appearance for a book signing I am happy to make arrangements please give me 8 weeks notice. I also do book signings for Fantasy groups and conventions. As always I offer Free book markers. I also offer customers a chance to win a Destiny's Warriors Poster and a Medieval robe, a $199.99 value. In addition my graphic illustrator Michael W. Valadez will be present to talk about his art work and sign posters. Contact me at: admin@destinyswarriors.com Subject title: Book Signing |
| For excerpts, illustrations and special discounts visit our new page Just click here --> Pure Evil |
| In addition, Michael W. Valadez and I have written a few children's book for 4 to 8 year olds. Fully illustrated you'll find them fun to read with your child or classroom. Visit our Kid's book page for more information. |
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