#FridayIntroductions! Sorry if you see this picture a lot, it's my favorite Author Portrait 👌🏻 and I'm thinking of printing out these postcards to hand to people when they ask about my work... . So, my name is Brittany. My novel, Og, which is book 1 in my Conquest of Canaan trilogy, has been wildly loved by readers...more than I imagined. . It faced some harsh critiques by my first editor, who actually told me (on page 15) to change everything about my main character or my book would not be a success. Although I respect the editor's opinion, I recognized that it was just that...an opinion. I stood firm, and let my love for Kaya Lucan live on in the wonderful full, complicated mess that she is. Because I am that woman. And you are. And we ALL are. . Thanks to following my gut, readers are fawning over this story and the weirdly dark but REAL characters. Their strife. The trials, triumphs, and truths. . I am so happy with the responses I get from people, and to hear that my words are impacting readers. It is truly any author's dream. . Exciting news for readers: the sequel, Rahab, is almost done being edited! I have one more proof read through 👏 After that, it's a smooth ride to publishing and hitting YOUR shelves...so be ready! Early 2017 📚😍✔️ . #booknerd #booklover #authorsofig #qotd #authors #writers #utahauthor #utahwriter #amazonbooks #brittanyshannon #conquestofcanaan #og #rahab #bible #biblestories #yalit #historicalfiction #favbook #fivestars #readersfavorite #fivestarreview #quarterfinalist #readers #reading #editing #publishing