Ask the Author: Victoria Dalpe
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Victoria Dalpe
I love Ilona Andrews' future Atlanta, the melding of old-world gods and magic with ordinary contemporary life- though it would be dangerous!
Victoria Dalpe
trying to read more classic foundational novels- so Joan Didion's work, Rosemary's Baby, and just catch up on some of the more contemporary it books that I keep missing!
Victoria Dalpe
I wanted to merge weird mythos fiction with urban fantasy, yet also stay grounded. It was an experiment on how fantastical I could write and still have fleshed out, real characters that were relatable.
Victoria Dalpe
the hard and sad parts of life are often good material for stories
Victoria Dalpe
Get into my studio, put on some ambient background music, big cup of tea and just try to get into the writing vibe.
Victoria Dalpe
A few short stories, an early-stages novel, and a novella
Victoria Dalpe
Just write. Everyone on the planet thinks they have an amazing novel or story in them. If you believe that, then write it down!
Victoria Dalpe
You get to play and tell yourself (and others) stories. You can create people from nothing and make them feel real.
Victoria Dalpe
Read, I find reading helps me think 'in words' if that makes sense.
Victoria Dalpe
She heard a sound in the basement, "I'll be right back." But she didn't come back.
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