Ask the Author: Matthew F. Winn
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Matthew F. Winn
You know, I never remember. On this one, Shadowman, I wrote a two page piece just about a mood and then shelved it while working on other projects. When I broke it out again a story was there.
Matthew F. Winn
In a simple one word answer: LIFE!
Matthew F. Winn
I am currently working on Shadowman (75,000 words in first draft so far) which is a atypical horror story getting me back to my creative roots. it is a period piece that spans 2 centuries in early America with some historic elements added making the research drag on!
Matthew F. Winn
Write. Write! WRITE!!! and keep writing. And above all, NEVER let anyone else dictate how you feel about your writing. (other than customers of course)
Matthew F. Winn
It is always instant gratification! If I want to feel a certain mood I simply instill that mood into a character
Matthew F. Winn
I am usually working on several projects at one time so I will bounce between them when blocked on one. Also, READ! I read when I am blocked to free my mind of my own and often I find that within a page or two I have worked out the block. I also write short stories or poetry during these periods because you should always be writing something!
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