Ask the Author: Sarah McHatton
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Sarah McHatton
By writing more. Even if it is junk writing.
Sarah McHatton
The best thing about being a writer is having the ability to capture my emotions and thoughts in characters and poetry. It is a much better release than anything else.
Sarah McHatton
Ideas come from all types of sources. As it is snowing where I live, I had an inspiration for a new modern romance. The book, A Long Way Home, I am editing and releasing soon came from a sense of fear as an ex-military spouse each day of my marriage. I built a whole story out of that fear and struggle to move on after something tragic like a death of a spouse.
Sarah McHatton
Writing isn't about being inspired. It is about having a story inside that builds and builds until it bursts forth. Do I receive inspiration for stories? Yep, but I do not ride that roller coaster and hope that a book comes from it.
Sarah McHatton
The most important advice I can give is to believe in yourself and your voice without worrying about what others have to say. There is a time and a place for criticism, but there will always be someone wanting to bring you down. Don't let them! You continue to pursue the dreams you have and stick to what you know.
Sarah McHatton
I am currently working on editing my modern romance novel, A Long Way Home. I am also working on new poetry for the book, Stolen Moments.
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