Goodreads asked Erik Straker:

How do you get inspired to write?

Erik Straker I write the kind of books and stories that I want to read. If I'm having fun creating something that makes me say "oh, cool" when I'm done putting it down, then that's my motivation to keep going. You definitely want to know who your target audience is and give them what they want, but ultimately you'll be inspired every day writing if you aim for a target audience that likes what you like. Music helps, and so do good books, television shows, and movies. Create a ritual for yourself in pre-writing. After that, just have fun.

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