Ask the Author: Mark Arnold
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Mark Arnold
I was always a fan of the DePatie-Freleng cartoons and also of Harvey Comics and wanted to know more about the companies that made them.
Mark Arnold
Usually, I write books that I want to see. If it isn't on my shelf and I feel that I could tackle the topic, I present the idea to my publisher. If I feel I cannot do it, I recommend it to someone who I think can or should write it.
Mark Arnold
I am finishing up on two books: "Think Pink!: The Story of DePatie-Freleng" (the company that did the Pink Panther cartoons) and "The Harvey Comics Companion" (the company that had most success with Casper, Richie Rich and Sad Sack). Next up is a Dennis the Menace book.
Mark Arnold
If you want to write an article, write it. If you want to write a book, write it. Pretend like you already have a contract. Publishers aren't interested in proposals unless you are already established. If you have a great idea for a book, write it. Worry about getting it published later.
Mark Arnold
For most of the things I write, I like it that no one tells me what to write. One of the reasons I used to hate writing in school was being told what to write. I'm not good at that.
Mark Arnold
Usually, I just stop writing for a while and come back to it. If I'm pressed for a deadline, I start writing about something else and that usually starts me up again. I don't get writer's block very often, however.
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