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Douglas A.L. Smith

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Douglas A.L. Smith was born in Bakersfield, California when country music was still good and you could cross the street as a young kid without adult help. He grew up reading Edgar Allan Poe and Goosebumps. He performed poorly in high school, tested out early, and spent the next few years partying too hard.

Douglas has no real credentials in anything praiseworthy but takes pride in being a great dad and husband. His first and currently only publication is the first installment of the series "Tale". He resides in Northern California with his family. ...more

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How do you deal with writer’s block?

Douglas A.L. Smith Lots of coke and fireworks.

Totally kidding. Well, maybe a little. Honestly, writer's block for me often comes in the form of being too tired. A nap i…moreLots of coke and fireworks.

Totally kidding. Well, maybe a little. Honestly, writer's block for me often comes in the form of being too tired. A nap is a great way to restart the brain.

If a nap isn't on the options list, then I go to my inspirational music. For every book I write, I have at least a few songs that emotionally inspire me just right to get those juices flowing. I even have playlists titled after the book it was made for. I get in the car, take a joy ride, and blast that list. By the time I get home, I've got at least a few ideas.

Lastly, I read the story-so-far. Not only is that useful for stimulating ideas on what to write next, but you can take advantage of it and edit as you go. (less)

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What’s the best thing about being a writer?

Douglas A.L. Smith If you're a real writer, you enjoy it. It's better than reading a book. It's better than watching a movie. Really, it's the greatest form of "escape".…moreIf you're a real writer, you enjoy it. It's better than reading a book. It's better than watching a movie. Really, it's the greatest form of "escape". (less)

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