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What was the first thing that you ever wrote?
Ian Thomas Malone I used to draw comics about a superhero I created named Coconut Man when I was little. They were about as good as you could expect from a five year old. I stick to the written word now.
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Who is your favorite comedian?
Ian Thomas Malone George Carlin! For contemporary comics, Scott Auckerman, Amy Schumer, and Louis C.K.
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I have just finished my first book and wow I have learned a lot during the whole process. It is been a very unique journey I must say however enjoying the process of it all. I agree with you Ian at times I needed to get away from it and give myself a recharge by doing something else. What are some examples of what writers do to recharge or regroup themselves?
Ian Thomas Malone Congratulations on finishing your first book Janet! That must be very exciting and also relieving!

I have a couple "come down" habits when I finish a first draft. I usually pick out something light to read that has nothing to do with whatever I just wrote. I don't read fiction while I'm writing drafts either so that's always fun to return to.

I'd also recommend trying a new hobby. You probably have lots of leftover energy that you may not want to use on the written word. Using it a different way will help you recharge.
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How do you deal with writer’s block?
Ian Thomas Malone If you're at a block, chances are your mind wants a break. I usually do something relaxing to get my mind off of things for a little while. Trying to power through can often hurt the quality of the writing.
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What’s your advice for aspiring writers?
Ian Thomas Malone Create writing habits. Writing books is about being in it for the long haul and that's only possible if you develop strategies that nourish success.
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What are you currently working on?
Ian Thomas Malone I'm currently working on the sequel to Five College Dialogues, appropriately titled Five More College Dialogues.
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