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MYSTY MCPARTLAND

Author Interview

MYSTY MCPARTLAND

 
 

1.     When did you first realize you wanted to become a writer?

About fifteen years ago, I started to write down rough drafts of a few story's

2.    When did you write your first book and how old were you?

I completed my first book ten years ago at the age of forty-three

3.    How many books have you written?  Which one is your favorite?

I have completed fifty-three manuscripts only five so far have been published. It's hard to choose a favorite but if I had to choose I would say my series The Mathews Men. Dane, The Payment is the very first book I wrote.

4.    What is your work schedule like when you're writing?

I am very lucky with my work schedule, I can write whenever the mood strikes me since my husband works away and none of my children live at home anymore. Now though I have moved to Penang to live for a year I have even more time without my children, grandchildren and friends coming for a visit.

5.    What would you say is your interesting writing quirk?

When I am writing or edit my work, my characters make me laugh or sometimes cry.

6. Where do you get your information or ideas for your books?

Mostly when I go to bed the beginning or the story and characters start playing around in my head and from there the story develops.

7.    What do you like to do when you're not writing?

I love to read, potter in my garden, spend time with my husband when he is home and travel

1. What was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books?
   

That there is still so much to learn about creating a good story that the reader will enjoy reading.

9.    What do you think makes a good story?

One that keeps you so interested that no matter what you can't put the book down and you have to keep turning the next pages until you have finished it.

10.
Do you have any suggestions to help someone become a better writer?

Accept any criticism, take well meaning advice because everything is a learning curve. If you are rejected by a publisher or have a bad review brush it off but most of all believe in yourself and your writing.

KAREN LEWIS

Author Interview

Karen Lewis

 

1. When did you first realize you wanted to become a writer?

I always did. Books fascinated me. I loved reading. The world of make believe beckoned.

 

2. When did you write your first book and how old were you?

My first story, flash fiction about an antique shop, was published when I was in my early teens.

 

3. How many books have you written? Which one is your favorite?

Dozens. Mostly featuring fictional detective, Neil Slater, and based on real cases. I don't know that I have a favourite, but probably Fiend. It's a suspense thriller about a serial killer.

 

4. What is your work schedule like when you're writing?

Quite hectic. Everything has to wait.

 

5. What would you say is your interesting writing quirk?

I spend a lot of time creating names for my characters. Sometimes I change them several times before they feel just right.

 

6. Where do you get your information or ideas for your books?

Often from news stories. Something that has human interest appeal and captures the imagination.

 

7. What do you like to do when you're not writing?

Go for long walks, catch up on the house work, and shop.

 

8. What was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books?

The writer isn't in complete control. When the Muse kicks in, the characters take on a life and will of their own.

 

9. What do you think makes a good story?

Characters and situations that are believable, and that the reader can relate to and empathise with.

 

10. Do you have any suggestions to help someone become a better writer?

Read books by authors you admire, and write as much as you can.

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Interview Questions

 

1. Tell us a little about _____The Eyes Of a Killer_____, what inspired you to write __The Eyes Of a Killer_______?
   

I wanted to try my hand at a different genre. I typically write romance.

 

1. Do you have a favorite character you have written?
   

Yes. Rebecca from "Silence In The Hills"

 

3. What are you currently working on?

An untitled western romance.

 

4. How long have you been writing? What influenced you to start?

I've been writing for about 7 years. I've always loved reading romance books. I decided that writing was something that I would like to try. 7 years later I'm still writing.

 

1. How do your family/friends feel about your writing?
   

They are very supportive of my writing.

 

1. Where do you hope to be in 5 years?
   

On the New York Times best seller list and one of my books to be put into film. I can dream can't I :)

 

1. Do you have any advice for new or aspiring author?
   

Never give up.

 

1. What is your favorite book? (one that you have read) and why?
   

Gone With the Wind. It's a wonderful classic to read.

 

1. On the fun side, what is your favorite television show and why?
   

American Pickers and Pawn Stars. I like seeing the treasures that they find.

 

1. Where can readers find you _________? (Include all links you want, facebook, twitter etc....)
   

donnacrocker.webs.com

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