I have just finished reading the Arthur books for the second, or perhaps third time, and I want to thank you for being who you are, and for being the incredible writer you are. Your books have inspired and entertained me ever since I read “Sharpe’s Eagle” almost 23 years ago. Reading your books has helped motivate and push me to pursue my goal of being a writer. And it happened! I went back to school several years ago for a diploma in journalism, did some freelance work for a time, and recently became a senior writer/editor for the province of British Columbia, which means I actually do get paid to write professionally, no mean feat! I am also working on my first novel. So…thanks for the inspiration. Thanks for the great stories. Please keep them coming. And thanks for writing your advice page. I re-read it whenever I feel frustrated with my writing, or that I’m getting diverted into the trap of too much research — not enought storytelling. It helps me keep on track. Best regards, Jon Chant