Goodreads asked Eric Butler:

Where did you get the idea for your most recent book?

Eric Butler The Shadow Within was a work in progress over many years. Originally started over ten years ago, I hit a wall and shelved it. After endless encouragement from my wife to write, I decided to surprise her with a completed novel for Christmas. The only problem, it was October. I decided finishing the Shadow Within (titled Panic at the time) was the only chance I would have to complete the book in time. With a fresh perspective, I was able to fix all the issues and completed the book on December 24th. Of course, it wasn't exactly perfect so after another rewrite to the ending and endless hours of editing, I'm ready to share the book with everyone. I've been with these characters one way or another for about 15 years. Thay are almost like children to me now.

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