Ask the Author: Barry J. Tidwell
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Barry J. Tidwell
The story pays homage to dark gritty comic book cities like; Gotham and Basin(Sin City). But for Corbindale Bay, great change came from new religion and politics, who cleaned up the town's crime and prostitution. Then I needed something to offset the good. So being from Vegas, I tapped into our motto 'What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas', and created a similar darker futuristic destination on a secluded island, called, 'A Wicked Haven'. I envisioned the island with similar landmarks; hotels, casinos, shows, stripclubs, and nightclubs, which only cater to adults, compared to the more family-friendly Las Vegas Strip today. Once I had my good vs. what one might perceive such a landmark as evil, they were the catalyst of my writing and inspiration for fusing an adult content crime thriller within a dark comic book-style universe.
Barry J. Tidwell
Movies have actually been a big influence in my life. I'm inspired by Directors/Writers who can create an entire new made-up universe, and we let ourselves get taken into this world and embrace the journey that the story takes us on.
Barry J. Tidwell
I'm currently working on producing the graphic novel of "A Wicked Haven". I hope to begin writing the next volume of the series in Spring 2019.
Barry J. Tidwell
I think the next generations are forgetting more and more about history. I think taking some lessons from history and twisting it into a modern-day or futuristic fashion, can be a powerful tool.
Barry J. Tidwell
The creative freedom to create your own universe, and decide how it begin and how it ends. It's very empowering.
Barry J. Tidwell
I usually stop, take a break, and go get inspired by another book, movie or television program. I even get inspired just going out talking to people.
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