Ask the Author: Deborah Wallis
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Deborah Wallis
I sit down at the computer and try anyway. Usually, I end up snacking while I sigh and grumble, but I keep plugging.
Deborah Wallis
Having people read my words and ideas and relate to them.
Deborah Wallis
Write, write, and write some more. And when you're not writing, read. Read what you love, but read it for style and technique and plotting. Read books about the craft of writing and take writing classes. Practice and learn your craft.
Deborah Wallis
I'm currently working on a novel set in Wilmington, NC. It's a story of female friendships and how they can get us through the rough spots with humor and love.
Deborah Wallis
Sometimes the inspiration to write comes with an idea, a basic plot or a character and then I clear my calendar and curl up with the computer. Other times when there is no inspiration, I schedule writing and curl up with the computer anyway. The words may come slower, but they still come.
Deborah Wallis
My mother died when I was in my 20's. I wanted to write something that told the story of the loss of that relationship and how important it is even in adulthood.
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