Ask the Author: James McLaughlin Ward

“I am a painter and artist who is now trying my hand at writing on the side. Feel free to ask me a question anytime about my life as an artist, or my first book, "Love After Dust".” James McLaughlin Ward

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James McLaughlin Ward My head. Its constantly spitting out ideas and concepts. At the end of the day however, "Love After Dust" (my most recent work), was a combination of ideas that were in my head, and a deep desire to do exactly what the main character does. Survive and find love.
James McLaughlin Ward Really for me it is just about needing to get an idea down on paper. Inspiration often strikes out of nowhere and I can honestly say I do not know where it comes from.
James McLaughlin Ward I am painting every day, creating new work all the time. I am also working on 2 more post-apocalyptic romances on the side along with doing some commissioned drawings.
James McLaughlin Ward As I am just starting out myself and not a writer by trade, I am not necessarily the best person to answer this. I will say as an artist trying to break out, that it takes a lot of patience. And if you learn how to market and sell yourself, it really helps.
James McLaughlin Ward Creating a world from your mind. I have so much in my head that I want to communicate and being able to put that down on paper is always a thrill.
James McLaughlin Ward I create other types of Art. I am not an author or writer by trade, but rather a painter. I also draw. When I am stuck, I simply move to another art form for a time.

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