Ask the Author: H.R. Kemp
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H.R. Kemp
I love being immersed in a new storyline, developing the characters and the plot twists. The story is like a movie in my head. I hear the dialogue, and see the characters in action, although I’m more aware of their personalities than their physical characteristics. It’s an exhilarating process.
I also enjoy the research. My natural curiosity about all manner of things means I have to be careful not to get lost researching and forget to write. The overflowing pile of reference material and newspaper clippings on my desk keeps growing.
I also enjoy the research. My natural curiosity about all manner of things means I have to be careful not to get lost researching and forget to write. The overflowing pile of reference material and newspaper clippings on my desk keeps growing.
H.R. Kemp
If you want to be a writer, you must write. People often say they would love to write a novel someday, but the only way that will happen is if you sit down and do it. It’s not easy, and I think you never stop learning, but that aspiration can only be realised with ‘perspiration’.
I think the craft of writing can be learned. It’s the dedication and desire or passion which is innate. Some people have a natural storytelling gift, but like with any endeavour, it’s what you do with your talents, your willingness to learn, and practice, that decides your success.
I think the craft of writing can be learned. It’s the dedication and desire or passion which is innate. Some people have a natural storytelling gift, but like with any endeavour, it’s what you do with your talents, your willingness to learn, and practice, that decides your success.
H.R. Kemp
I collect newspaper clippings and non-fiction books. Current issues and the politics of our time often generate my plot ideas. I’m inquisitive and am fascinated by how rhetoric and spin are used by those wanting to wield influence. Deadly Secrets grew from contemporary issues and once I started writing, the plot grew and took interesting twists which surprised me too.
H.R. Kemp
I love the flow of ideas, the way the characters take on a life of their own and the feel of a different 'reality' while I am writing. It can be a consuming process, and I often lose track of time as I write.
I also love being part of such a great community. Writers are supportive of one another and I have had enormous help as I navigated my way through publication.
Of course, connecting with readers who have enjoyed my book, and reading their reviews is also great.
I also love being part of such a great community. Writers are supportive of one another and I have had enormous help as I navigated my way through publication.
Of course, connecting with readers who have enjoyed my book, and reading their reviews is also great.
H.R. Kemp
I'm currently editing and rewriting my second socio-political thriller novel. I still haven't decided on a title, but it's a stand-alone novel.
H.R. Kemp
I can't say I've ever experienced it as such. Whenever I get a bit stuck I find I can go back over what I've written and that starts the creative juices flowing again. The other activity that helps is going for a walk along the beachfront near where I live.
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