Ask the Author: A.V. Mather
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A.V. Mather
So far, Strange the Dreamer, by Laini Taylor and Alice, by Christina Henry.
A.V. Mather
The idea for Refuge came from my experiences as a high school teacher, and memories from my own childhood.
A.V. Mather
I read, research, converse and view using a wide variety of resources, to keep developing an interested and critical view of the world around me. Books, art galleries, museums, music concerts, libraries, people-watching and overheard conversations - you never know what is going to trigger a response. Also, lots of quiet time to sift through everything I have taken in and make connections.
A.V. Mather
The sheer freedom of being able to spend a part of every day living in my imagination.
A.V. Mather
I have never had to write to a publisher's deadline, so my advice may not be appropriate. When I have difficulty writing, I either distract myself with a different environment, or try a variety of writing and brainstorming exercises to help me view the work in a different way.
A.V. Mather
Morticia and Gomez Addams are my favourite fictional couple, because they embody so many of the qualities of a great romantic partnership. They are unashamedly in love, demonstrative, kind to each other, loyal and supportive of each other and their children.
A.V. Mather
Persevere and never be ashamed to just sit and think about things.
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