EF Clark

Biography

While not exactly an eccentric childhood recluse, I do recall being elated to receive a portable Smith-Corona typewriter for my 10th birthday! Ah, the good old days of ink ribbons and whiteout.

Whether scriptwriting television commercials for my family music business, or implementing multimedia promotions for various bookstores, I have thoroughly appreciated the art of writing and marketing.

I am an Internet Content Writer, editorialist, songwriter, and musician. My true passion, however, is historical fiction like the latest novel "TO SENSE WORTH," and children's books, such as the "NELLIE GREEN the JELLY BEAN" series.

Visit my blog "writercamp," which encourages aspiring writers to share in the legacy of literature.

Smashwords Interview

Where did you grow up, and how did this influence your writing?
I was born on the beach (not literally on the beach per se) in the oldest city in America, St. Augustine, Florida but I really grew up all across the southwest in places like Tucson, El Paso, and many other towns in Texas. My father was a wandering soul and was able to raise a family of six kids where ever he laid his hat. Being self employed (a TV repairman) and maybe a bit of a renegade allowed him the liberty to seek whatever lay over the horizon.
I think this influenced my writing style early on. I had the distinct impression that we were the only family that lived on the road in that way and I often felt like we were some sort of gypsy clan. Although I had siblings close to my age and we were the best of friends (when we weren't busy being enemies), I relied heavily on my imagination to keep entertained.
Even as a kid, writing and drawing were ways to connect something deep inside to the world around me. I learned to relate and communicate to others-- even those I might never meet-- through the imaginative expression that flowed from my mind to my hands.
How has Smashwords contributed to your success?
Smashwords allows authors to bypass traditional publishing methods and reach a mass market with an easy format and powerful upload tools. Ebooks are the new frontier and the future of publishing is here! The old orthodoxy has been forced to recognize indie authors and they have even seen "unknown" writers reach millions of readers without the backing of the mega industry.
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Where to buy in print

Books

Nellie Green the Jelly Bean - Easter Egg Hunter
Series: Nellie Green the Jelly Bean & Jelly Bean Town, Book 8. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,120. Language: English. Published: April 20, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Holidays & Celebrations / Easter & Lent, Fiction » Children’s books » Concepts / Seasons
AGES 6-8 Nellie Green the Jelly Bean loves Easter! She always wins the Easter egg contest and a huge trophy. But this year, she finds that winning the Easter egg hunt isn't all that it's cracked up to be in "Nellie Green the Jelly Bean - Easter Egg Hunter," Book # 8 in the "NELLIE GREEN THE JELLY BEAN" series.
The Case of the Doggie DNA Duplicating Device
Series: Trudi Rudibaker, Pre-Teen Private Eye, Book 1. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 20,040. Language: English. Published: January 28, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Young adult or teen » Mystery & Detective, Fiction » Young adult or teen » Adventure
Trudi and her best friends, twins Becky and Herman Moosehead, race against the clock to outwit an evil genius with a chip on his shoulder in "The Case of the Doggie DNA Duplicating Device" - Book #1 "Trudi Rudibaker, Pre-Teen Private Eye" from EF Clark
Nellie Green's Jelly Bean Town Christmas
Series: Nellie Green the Jelly Bean & Jelly Bean Town, Book 7. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,150. Language: English. Published: December 20, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Holidays & Celebrations / Christmas & Advent, Fiction » Holiday » Christmas
AGES 6-8 Inspired by the spirit of Christmas, "Nellie Green the Jelly Bean" plans a Christmas play at the Jelly Bean Town Hall. But just before the curtain goes up, her spectacular holiday show comes to a cold stop. Join Nellie Green, Pinky Blinky, Jelly Bean Blue, and Grandpa Jelly Bean Steve as they scramble to fix the problem before it's too late. Fun with a message.
Yellow Belly Jelly Bean
Series: Nellie Green the Jelly Bean & Jelly Bean Town, Book 6. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 780. Language: English. Published: September 14, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Emotions & Feelings, Fiction » Children’s books » Fairy tales & fables
AGES 6-8 Nellie Green the Jelly Bean Book #6 Yellow Belly Jelly Bean . . . he's afraid of everything! Find out how Nellie Green the Jelly Bean helps him overcome and face all his fears. Fun with a message.
Polka Dot Com Jelly Bean Tom
Series: Nellie Green the Jelly Bean & Jelly Bean Town, Book 5. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,270. Language: English. Published: August 8, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Manners & Etiquette, Fiction » Children’s books » Entertainment
AGES 6-8 Polka Dot Com loves his gizmos so much he forgot about everything else. Sitting up late in his room hardly blinking at all, JELLY BEAN TOM even forgot to go to sleep! BOOK #5 in "Nellie Green the Jelly Bean" series. Written & illustrated by EF Clark.
Pinky Blinky Jelly Bean
Series: Nellie Green the Jelly Bean & Jelly Bean Town, Book 4. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,180. Language: English. Published: June 30, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Values & Virtues, Fiction » Children’s books » Fairy tales & fables
AGES 6-8 Pinky Blinky has more things than you've ever seen, in fact more things than she will ever need. So when Pinky borrows Nellie Green the Jelly Bean's favorite earrings and forgets to give them back, their friendship is put to the test. BOOK #4 NELLIE GREEN the JELLY BEAN series written & illustrated by EF Clark.
Hot Head Jelly Bean Red
Series: Nellie Green the Jelly Bean & Jelly Bean Town, Book 3. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,200. Language: English. Published: June 21, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Emotions & Feelings, Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Manners & Etiquette
AGES 6-8 You might say "Hot Head Jelly Bean Red" has an anger management problem. But when his temper tantrum gets him into hot water, Jelly Bean Red has a choice to make. Book #3 in the "NELLIE GREEN THE JELLY BEAN" series written & illustrated by EF Clark. FUN with a Message!
Jelly Bean Blue
Series: Nellie Green the Jelly Bean & Jelly Bean Town, Book 2. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,480. Language: English. Published: June 14, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Values & Virtues, Fiction » Children’s books » Fairy tales & fables
(5.00 from 1 review)
AGES 6-8 "It's true, it's true," said "JELLY BEAN BLUE." And so begins his tall tale. After telling his friends a story that isn't quite true, JELLY BEAN BLUE finds himself in a sticky mess and doesn't know what to do. BOOK #2 in the series written & illustrated by EF Clark with over 80,000 downloads.
Nellie Green the Jelly Bean
Series: Nellie Green the Jelly Bean & Jelly Bean Town, Book 1. Price: Free! Words: 1,120. Language: English. Published: June 4, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Emotions & Feelings, Fiction » Children’s books » Fairy tales & fables
(5.00 from 1 review)
ALL NEW ILLUSTRATIONS! (AGE 6-8) All the other Jelly Beans in Jelly Bean Town were happy, until NELLIE GREEN the JELLY BEAN came along. Kids will love the story of "Nellie Green the Jelly Bean," and parents will appreciate the lesson of accepting those that may be just a little bit different. BOOK #1 in the series written & illustrated by EF Clark with over 80,000 downloads. FUN with a Message!
To Sense Worth
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 98,960. Language: English. Published: April 13, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General, Fiction » Adventure » General
Orphaned by the devastating earthquake of 1906, a young girl stumbles upon a simple copper penny. What is it about a seemingly insignificant coin changes her life? Is it magic? Lucky? Or something more? Sometimes humorous, yet sometimes heartbreaking, "To Sense Worth" is an epic adventure of a lifetime of love, tribulation, and victory. Follow the journey . . . To Sense Worth.

Smashwords book reviews by EF Clark

  • Smashwords Style Guide on June 18, 2011

    The Smashwords Style Guide is the definitive source of knowledge for every author venturing into the world of digital self publishing. The Style Guide proves to be a viable instruction manual to get the job done right. .EF Clark .efclark.com