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My email address is almondsundays@gmail.com if you are interested in my bellman story. By the way, assume you found it comical or interesting, and wanted to use it for Stanley Douglas, you have my permission. This is just to get the requisite question mark in? TY Douglass Carter
Heidi Barnes Hello Neal,
I'm so very sorry for the long delay in responding. Of course, I'd love to hear your bellman story! I've actually been planning to put a spot on my website where people can tell their funny or strange hotel stories. I will email you following this message. Thanks for reaching out!
Sincerely,
Heidi
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How do you deal with writer’s block?
Heidi Barnes Take a break. Get outside for fresh air, walk, work out. Leave it for awhile and go back.
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What’s the best thing about being a writer?
Heidi Barnes The creativity of it. You can go anywhere you want.
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What’s your advice for aspiring writers?
Heidi Barnes Write every day you can, with passion.
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What are you currently working on?
Heidi Barnes I am currently working on a sequel to The Bellman.
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How do you get inspired to write?
Heidi Barnes I'm always inspired to write, as long as I have the time and a clear head.
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Where did you get the idea for your most recent book?
Heidi Barnes I ran my family's inn in Maine for years. I wanted to remember the types of stories and kinds of people I encountered. The inn was formerly my summer home from a very early age. It was a big part of my life, both as a home and a business, and I loved it!
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