Mike Kalmbach > Quotes

“Even good men can preform evil deeds.”
― Mike Kalmbach, The Caldarian Conflict

“I'm fine with death. I've dealt out more than my share. It's the act of dyin' that bothers me.”
― Mike Kalmbach, The Caldarian Conflict

“A life's meaning comes not from the manner in which one dies, but in the manner in which one lives.”
― Mike Kalmbach, The Caldarian Conflict

“Writing does require practice, patience, and constructive feedback. It also requires that you’re well-read. The more books you’ve read, the better your own stories will likely be. You’ll develop an intuitive sense for what makes a story entertaining.”
― Mike Kalmbach, Writing Advice for Teens: Creating Stories

“When reading a book you enjoy, figure out why you enjoy it. If a character dies and you want to cry, ask what the author did to help you connect with that character. If the bad guy loses and you want to cheer, figure out how the author made you side against him.”
― Mike Kalmbach, Writing Advice for Teens: Creating Stories

“Writers often read with a notebook and pencil. They take notes on what they like as well as what might be done differently.”
― Mike Kalmbach, Writing Advice for Teens: Creating Stories