Author Interviews
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TM Kaiser
How long did it take you to write your science fiction novel, Augmented?For decades, Augmented has been my cherished passion project, its roots tracing back to scribbled notes on stray pieces of paper during my high school days. The narrative and its characters possessed a depth that captivated me from the outset, refusing to release their hold on my imagination. I found myself returning time and again, refining and reshaping its contours until they felt flawlessly rendered. The sheer devotion poured into crafting this tale renders it almost tenderly vulnerable now, as I prepare to unveil it to the wider world. Yet, amidst this vulnerability, there exists a quiet confidence born of the belief that others will embrace it with the same fervor.Penned in the late 90...View More
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LOUISA MASTROMARINO
When you're working on a book and a new idea pops up, should you pursue it immediately (also known as 'UP syndrome') or finish your current project first? What do you think is the best course of action?In general, I believe in striking a balance between pursuing an idea immediately and allowing it to mature over time. If the idea is time-sensitive or requires urgent action, I prioritize executing it promptly to capitalize on the opportunity. However, if the idea is complex or requires careful consideration, I may choose to wait and gather more information, conduct research, or seek feedback before putting pen to paper. Ultimately, my decision is driven by a mix of intuition, experience, and strategic thinking to ensure the idea is developed thoughtfully and effectively.View More
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Prafulla
Can you explain your writing process? Do you prefer to create an outline and plan beforehand, or do you prefer to write more spontaneously and organically?Before I used to write as ideas flowed through my mind. But now I prefer an outline and jot points down for every chapter. But I do several drafts where I might making changes regarding plots, characters etc.My writing space is by the window on my couch. A writing pad and a cup of chai.View More
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Gladys Cross
Which character do you enjoy writing the most as a writer and why? If choosing a favorite character is like choosing a favorite child, which character do you find requires the most attention and detail from you as a writer?Hunter from Damaged was the most fun to write, and I’m not really sure what that says about me as a person. He took me out of my comfort zone and the challenges of his “affliction” ended up expanding my descriptive capabilities.View More
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John Walker Pattison
How did you become an author and get published? Share your experience.I completely wasted my school years, leaving with a handful of worthless qualifications. The ONLY job I could secure was that of a welder in a local shipyard. However, at the tender age of eighteen, cancer gripped my feeble figure in a deathly stranglehold and refused to let go. Eventually, after years of failed treatments, I was moved into the comfort of the drawing office and away from the toxic fumes of welding. Sadly, eight years after my unexpected recovery, my four-year-old daughter was diagnosed with terminal leukaemia, leading me to review where I was in life. I left the shipyards to spend time with my daughter who went into a spontaneous remission, going on to become an internationa...View More