Ask the Author: Shelly Hogan
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Shelly Hogan
My debut novel has elements of truth, so I guess you could stay I was inspired by life and family dynamics. This gave me a foundation to build my story with dynamic characters.
Shelly Hogan
Some times it's something small that just triggers my imagination. Most of the time it's when I'm driving down the road alone listening to some of my favorite songs.
Shelly Hogan
When the think you can't, do it anyway. I wasted too much time thinking I could never write an entire novel, now I'm halfway through my second and started on a third.
Shelly Hogan
I would say the excitement of a new story idea. That's the best!
Shelly Hogan
I am currently working on my second novel. Set in the 1950's-1970's. A love story with family drama and a surprising twist.
Shelly Hogan
The only thing I have found that works for me is to put it down. If I walk away from it for a couple of weeks, then I'm excited to get back to it.
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