Goodreads asked Sam Brakeley:

How do you get inspired to write?

Sam Brakeley Simply put, I love going on outdoor adventures. Writing about them seemed like a natural extension. And I've found that it has become a way for me to experience the journey in a deeper and more permanent way. By writing about the trip after it's been completed, I'm able to further reflect on its impact and import in a way that I just can't in the midst of the rain, bugs and other challenges. Writing adds a totally new dynamic to the way in which I interact with the natural world, and I wouldn't trade that in for anything.

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