Ask the Author: Marcus Schantz
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Marcus Schantz
Anna Karenina and Count Vronsky; because of the destructive power of their love. In my book, Mexican Salmon, I tried to show that love on one hand can be the best thing in life, but on the other hand love can destroy. Anna Karenina and Count Vronsky's love was so strong that through their love, they unalterably changed not only their lives, but others as well, such as Anna's son. Anna kills herself; Vronksy tries to kill himself--all because of love.
Marcus Schantz
My second and last novel was based on a case I handled in Chicago when I was practicing law; however, the facts were largely changed to make the story more sensational.
Marcus Schantz
Read as many great writers as possible, write every day and believe in yourself.
Marcus Schantz
Reading great writers inspires me to write. When I'm not writing much it's always because I'm also not reading much.
Marcus Schantz
When I get to a point in a story and I don't know what comes next, I usually go for a run or do something else other than write so that my subconscious can work on its own.
Marcus Schantz
My first novel is being published in February 2015. After that I will rewrite my second novel with the hope of publishing it during the summer of 2015. I also am working on several short stories and a novella.
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