Ask the Author: Suza Kates
Answered Questions (6)
Suza Kates
When I plot a book, I have to keep digging into the character's personal story and strategizing how best to make that work with an engaging plot. When the two come together, it's like rocket fuel! Or writer's fuel, I guess. : )
Suza Kates
Being able to do what I love any time, any place.
Suza Kates
For me, writer's block usually comes down to writing something I'm not enjoying. This can be at the genre level or a single scene. If I'm not Ito it, then something isn't working. And if my heart isn't in it, the reader's won't be either.
Suza Kates
Oh, so many choices! My first instinct is to visit Middle Earth from The Lord of the Rings. Who wouldn't love to meet a shield maiden or be a part of the king's return to power. The camaraderie and relationships that develop between those characters in the worst of times always makes me cry, laugh, and cheer. You can't beat that.
Suza Kates
In hindsight, I completely understand why people always said to just keep writing, every day. It's like a muscle you want to keep in shape. After a long spell of not writing very much, I found it more difficult to resume. So even when blocked, keep writing something, anything, to keep your skills up.
I'd also tell new writers to know their personality type. How fast you write the first draft, how much you perfect it the first time, whether you plot or pants your way through are just a few of the things your personality type will decide for you. In a nutshell, do what works best for you.
I'd also tell new writers to know their personality type. How fast you write the first draft, how much you perfect it the first time, whether you plot or pants your way through are just a few of the things your personality type will decide for you. In a nutshell, do what works best for you.
Suza Kates
Thanks so much, Frankie! I really appreciate your taking the time to write, and I'm so glad you enjoyed the coven series. I'll be sending out a sneak peek at the news series with my Halloween newsletter, and I hope you like the new group too. : ) as for Halloween, I'm gearing up to eat some sweet stuff this week and watch plenty of scary movies. Hope you have a wonderful Halloween as well and thank you!!
About Goodreads Q&A
Ask and answer questions about books!
You can pose questions to the Goodreads community with Reader Q&A, or ask your favorite author a question with Ask the Author.
See Featured Authors Answering Questions
Learn more