Leslie Crockett
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Brenda Novak:
Hello Brenda, I really enjoy reading all your books. Loved the Stillwater series and enjoyed the Whiskey Creek series. I haven't really got a book question more of a writer's question. (Most writer's have a way of writing books some write out scene than everything else is added). My question is how do you put your books together? I will understand if you unable to answer (Writer's secret). Thank you
Brenda Novak
Hi Leslie, thanks for the question. This isn't something I would consider a writer's secret; it's just not something I think I can adequate explain. Because I'm not a plotter (I don't work from an outline but rather let the plot grow out of the characters), I just sort of launch out into the dark. Once I start writing, the characters come into clearer focus and I can tell what would challenge those particular characters most--which is then what they have to face and overcome. I hope that helps! Best of luck! And thank you for your kind words about my books. I'm so happy that you have enjoyed them. Definitely don't miss my new suspense series that's just coming out. It starts with HANOVER HOUSE, which is out now. HER DARKEST NIGHTMARE will be out in just a month. They're bout a psychiatrist who studies serial killers at a remote facility in Alaska. :)
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Hi there Ms. Brenda Novak right now I'm reading one of my favorite books from the Whiskey Creek series "When Summer Comes" & let me tell you it is so good so far. Now tell me how do you come up with a title "When Summer Comes" because I know it had to be at a barn with a german sheaprd dog?
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Brenda Novak:
Hi Brenda! Love your books and thank you for answering our questions! Here's mine: How do you feel about writing about violent events in the midst of such turbulent times--where violence is a daily occurrence in 'real life?' I share your love for thrillers and writing, and this question is close to my own heart. Thank you! Catherine
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