Ask the Author: Reid Winslow
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Reid Winslow
I get an idea, or a concept I think needs to be talked about. An interesting story or person, or experience. Then I work it into a narrative.
Reid Winslow
Don't give up. Be willing to look at the structure of what you are creating objectively. Do not become too wed to a certain narrative voice, perspective, or even story- if you are writing fiction. Writing is an evolving process an you may develop some of the best part of your work just when you think it is done. A book is never really finished.
Do not loose hope and seek the solace and friendship of other writers. There is strength in numbers. Avoid focusing on petty or negative interactions. A good writer will be happy for your success.
Do not loose hope and seek the solace and friendship of other writers. There is strength in numbers. Avoid focusing on petty or negative interactions. A good writer will be happy for your success.
Reid Winslow
Being a writer allows you to spend time deep diving in your imagination. It allows you to think about issues that are central to you, and the share them. It is a very selfish act. As you craft characters and story arcs you get to think bring your own experience into the process.
I think one reason authors take negative reviews so personally, is criticism is in no small way , an attack on the author's personal observations and experience. I think it is critical for every writer to realize , many people have different perspectives on a given event or experience.
At its best, writing is a means of understanding oneself. At its worst , it is like root canal work for weeks on end.
I think one reason authors take negative reviews so personally, is criticism is in no small way , an attack on the author's personal observations and experience. I think it is critical for every writer to realize , many people have different perspectives on a given event or experience.
At its best, writing is a means of understanding oneself. At its worst , it is like root canal work for weeks on end.
Reid Winslow
I am working on my next book No Safe Level. I don't want to spoil anything but it involves anthrax, big pharma, and a government cover-up.
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