Do you remember the first story you ever read, and the impact it had on you?
My first memory of reading was from a second grade text book called "Rewards.' As I recall, the book was a collection of short stories. My favorite classroom activity was reading aloud. Second grade was when my eyesight went from normal to what's known as "legally blind." All of a sudden, I could no longer read and I think that bothered me more than the eyesight problem itself.
What is your writing process?
I am very much a discovery writer or what's often called a "pantser." Although I have tried outlining, anything I've planned generally goes to hell as soon as I begin the actual writing. I realize the story needs to go somewhere other than where I'd originally intended. At that point, I'm pretty much just along for the ride. That writing style admittedly presents some problems but can be surprisingly, exciting and rewarding as well. ad
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