Ask the Author: James R. Callan
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James R. Callan
Interesting ideas are all around. Once my mind latches on to one, it will keep popping up, along with questions. Where would I set the story? Who would be the perfect protagonist? How about (insert type of character) for a sidekick? Who is the antagonist? What will I need to research? And on and on. At some point, I begin to hear snatches of conversation that would fit into the novel. Once that happens, I know it is time to get started. I'm inspired and can't put it aside.
James R. Callan
My approach is to write. Write anything. Write e-mails. Write a blog. Write anything that comes to mind. Once I start putting words on paper, stringing words into sentences, I find that before long, my mind is creating sentences for the book. And the block has crumbled.
James R. Callan
Creating a sentence or paragraph or scene that captures your mind's view perfectly.
James R. Callan
Read widely, then write, write, write. When you get something that you think is good, read it aloud and listen to how it sounds.
James R. Callan
I have a suspense book in the works. It will be the second Crystal Moore book, following A TON OF GOLD.
James R. Callan
The Keystone Pipeline used eminent domain to run its pipeline through our land, clear-cutting a wide swath of timber I knew I had to write a book about the abuse of eminent domain by private corporations. The mystery, OVER MY DEAD BODY, was the result.
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