The Dragonbard

The Dragonbard asked Elliott Kay:

Just got the new book when I got the Amazon.com alert for it. Here's a question; what do you do when writing, but you see too many different possible directions for the story, or at least an important segment of it?

Elliott Kay By and large I try to stick with whichever direction gets me to the end goal of the story. I usually know how I want a story to play out at its climax, so everything that serves the climax gets priority. Honestly, there were several things I wanted to do with Drew in the new book that were really cool but didn't quite fit the climax, so I had to put those developments aside for a later story.

I will say, though, that sometimes I just go with it. The decision comes down to whether I can stop thinking about That One Really Cool Idea or not. Good Intentions (book 1) was almost entirely written by the seat of my pants rather than planned out in advance, so it's basically the result of a lot of "What if THIS happened?" thinking.

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Brock

Brock asked Elliott Kay:

Dear Mr. Kay, Hello. I was wondering if you have started writing Good Intentions book 4...? I am hooked. Patiently waiting for more. If you could give a little hint, I would greatly appreciate it. Hoping you are well. Thanks you for taking the time to read this question. Kindest regards, Brock Knickel

DJay

DJay asked Elliott Kay:

Hello! I wanted to know if you were going to continue the "Run Like Hell (Wandering Monsters Book 1)" And if there was going to be any more to "Days of High Adventure"? Thank you!

RS asked Elliott Kay:

Love your Poor Man's Fight series, which stands out in the genre as unique. fantastic characterization of Taner, his weaknesses, and his battling his inner demons. Tanner negotiating life outside the armed forces and navigating the costs of his infamy adds a great dimension to the evolution of his story from here. Excited to see where it leads. Anything you can share with us on the timing of the next installment?

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