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Scott Hawkins:
I'd love it if you'd write an epic fantasy series. Is it possible? Or is it an impossible dream?
Scott Hawkins
Hey Thomas,
Never say never, but I'd kind of be surprised. I don't know if this is universally true, but I don't seem to get to pick what kind of story I'm going to do. For years now, I've been saying "I'm going to write a YA book." I sincerely want want to write something that won't make my mom throw up. I've even tried a couple of times.
Inevitably, five minutes after I sit down to start writing, the next scene opens with somebody walking into the room on fire or whatever.
By that same token, I could probably start out with two desperate knights making their way across the windswept moors of wherever on tired horses, but five minutes later they'd stumble across a magic gate to an evil taco shop headquartered in downtown Atlanta. I just wouldn't be able to help myself.
Noted, though. If anything ever occurs to me I'll try to run with it.
Scott
Never say never, but I'd kind of be surprised. I don't know if this is universally true, but I don't seem to get to pick what kind of story I'm going to do. For years now, I've been saying "I'm going to write a YA book." I sincerely want want to write something that won't make my mom throw up. I've even tried a couple of times.
Inevitably, five minutes after I sit down to start writing, the next scene opens with somebody walking into the room on fire or whatever.
By that same token, I could probably start out with two desperate knights making their way across the windswept moors of wherever on tired horses, but five minutes later they'd stumble across a magic gate to an evil taco shop headquartered in downtown Atlanta. I just wouldn't be able to help myself.
Noted, though. If anything ever occurs to me I'll try to run with it.
Scott
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Gabrielle
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Just a Comment? I absolutely enjoyed The Library at Mount Char, I think a sequel might be interesting but it is also a well written stand alone book. More then anything I am eager to see what other imaginings you will write. I am an excited fan and will purchase what ever your next book will be based on my opinion of this book.
Henry
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No question - - no need to answer. Really enjoyed your book. Echoes of Neal Gaiman, Lev Grossman, even Greg Bear (Songs of Earth and Power). I have a good friend who is a librarian - - I've recommended this to him. I'm looking forward to whatever you have coming out next! ?
Jamie
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Any chance of a short story or novella that takes place in the after life, and from Margaret's point of view? Or maybe featuring one of the other librarians? Maybe the twins? The book was such a fantastic read, I'll admit I'm really just hoping for more of anything in the universe. It boggles my mind that this was a first book!
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