author interview
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Matthew Rollins, a technical editor and fantasy author, balances family life with his writing career. His novels, inspired by personal experiences and a love for gaming, emphasize themes of resilience. Despite the challenges of publishing and the industry’s pitfalls, he remains committed to creating stories and supporting fellow writers.
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Leslie Clark, an engineer and mother of two, draws inspiration from her family for her children’s books. Initially motivated by her bonus daughter’s questions about family dynamics, she now explores various educational themes. A self-published author, Clark prioritizes the impact of her stories over fame, aiming to reach diverse audiences with lessons of love and…
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The author is a unique individual, passionate about writing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Inspired by fantasy and mythology, she battles self-doubt as she crafts her novels. She aims to become a full-time writer and seeks success by living off her writing. Her writing process involves a basic plotline, followed by relentless edits.
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This author, a parent and licensed mental health counselor, found inspiration for their first novel by challenging tropes and reflecting on their own experiences. They prioritize exploring and sharing stories, and struggle to balance writing with other responsibilities. Their success as a writer would mean providing for their future, and their writing journey has evolved…
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Nichole M Willden, a former teacher, now writes full-time with a focus on emotional topics. Her characters are born from deep emotions, and she avoids outlining her novels. She enjoys genre-blended, emotionally charged books and indie authors. Trauma from her past has heavily influenced her writing. Despite the inconsistency of the writing process, she considers…
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The interview highlights Noah Bodie’s journey as an illustrator and writer, focusing on his creative process and personal experiences. With a passion for fantasy, his writing often stems from emotional exploration. His developmental journey for the ‘Desert Rose’ series emerged after a health crisis, emphasizing storytelling’s healing potential in his life.
