Ask the Author: Chris Bathory
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Chris Bathory
That is an interesting question. The biggest mystery of my life so far is, how the heck did I get to be so old, so quickly? Since that would be the world's most boring storyline, I decided to write about mysteries that I come across in other people's lives instead.
Other people are so much more interesting, don't you think?
Everything about a stranger is a mystery, and mysteries are revealed in pieces. You peel back layers of a personality, one at a time to see what's inside, and the results can be stimulating, invigorating, or even horrifying.
It's like discovering something new to wear in your closet each morning. I am always amazed at how multi-faceted each of us is, in our own unique ways.
So, I guess the mysteries in my life that provide good plots, are the people I meet.
Other people are so much more interesting, don't you think?
Everything about a stranger is a mystery, and mysteries are revealed in pieces. You peel back layers of a personality, one at a time to see what's inside, and the results can be stimulating, invigorating, or even horrifying.
It's like discovering something new to wear in your closet each morning. I am always amazed at how multi-faceted each of us is, in our own unique ways.
So, I guess the mysteries in my life that provide good plots, are the people I meet.
Chris Bathory
When I write, I can make anything happen, and I can make things turn out just how I want them to. Basically, it suits the control freak in me. I only wish I could work this magic in real life!
Chris Bathory
Just write! Worry about whether other people will like it or not after you're done. Things can always be adjusted later, but I find that people that write from the heart tend to captivate others with their writing.
Chris Bathory
I'm currently working on a stand alone book, but intend to write more about Kate and friends afterwards. I fully intend to make Kate Grayson into a series of books.
Chris Bathory
When something fascinates me, I tend to think that it will be interesting for others too. Writing lets me share that with others.
Chris Bathory
When I was working on my Bachelor's degree in Forensics, I heard many fascinating stories from people that worked in the field and I wanted to write about them. The idea for Blood and Bone originated there.
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