H.M. Long
I honestly don't like the term writer's block, because it's too often treated as some mysterious, unavoidable force. For me, what could be called "writer's block" is usually creative fatigue/burnout, or a warning sign that I'm writing in the wrong direction (so the story has ceased to flow).
In both these cases, I simply take a step back, read a few titles from my TBR pile, and take long walks (or travel if I can!)
In both these cases, I simply take a step back, read a few titles from my TBR pile, and take long walks (or travel if I can!)
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Brant
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H.M. Long:
I'm reading your book, DWD, and I absolutely love your writing style. Hard to put down! You have a brilliant knack for setting the scene vividly yet efficiently, and you choice of language is pleasing. I'm an historic naval fiction reader, and this novel captures the grit and characterization of the 17th and 18th Cs very well. Do you read nautical fiction?
Sofie Draheim
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H.M. Long:
Do you believe a protagonist/narrator has to be likeable in order to capture a reader's interest? How far wrong can they go in their character/decision-making for a reader to remain invested in their journey? Any thoughts on this I'd be so intrigued to hear, as it's something I think about often!
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