Ask the Author: Gabrielle Mathieu
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Gabrielle Mathieu
Read. Read good work, not just schlock. Start thinking about what genre you'd like to write in, and seek out recommended books in that genre. Goodreads will help you narrow down your selection.
Develop a thick skin to criticism that is personal, but at the same time, be open to an objective evaluation of your work.
Writing books is not for people seeking immediate gratification.
Develop a thick skin to criticism that is personal, but at the same time, be open to an objective evaluation of your work.
Writing books is not for people seeking immediate gratification.
Gabrielle Mathieu
I turn on my favorite music and let the sounds wash over me. The kind of music you might hear on Hearts of Space is what gets me going: Downbeat, Lounge, Electronica. I've been approaching my favorite artists to ask them if I can feature songs and put up a play list. Stay tuned at gabriellemathieu.com
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