Ask the Author: S.J. Watson

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What is you're favourite book of all time and how many times have you read it?
S.J. Watson Oh wow - that's always a tough question! I love Rebecca but have only read it two or maybe three times. I love Cat's Eye by Margaret Atwood, too. I've probably read that about four or five times. I also love Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit, by Jeanette Winterson, which I've read so many times I can't remember.
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Hi . Congrats on the success of Final Cut ! I just wanted to ask you , Do you have any plan of writing a different genre book like Sci-fi or fantasy or dystopian crime thriller or semi Historical Crime Thriller?
S.J. Watson Hi - thank you!

No plans for any of that yet, but never say never. There's something kicking around in my head that's part sci-fi/speculative fiction. But who knows?
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What is your position on fan fiction?
S.J. Watson I don't have strong feelings but I love the idea of someone taking my characters and doing their own version of them. It'd be fun!
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I loved your book Before I Go To Sleep. Many congrats to you for its success. And I am looking forward to read more of your work soon :) When is your next coming out?
S.J. Watson Thank you! My latest, FINAL CUT, is out now in the UK and soon in the US/Canada and Australia/New Zealand. My second is also out, Second Life. Full details at sjwatson-books.com

I'm currently working on my next one...
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Hi, I loved both Before I Go To Sleep and Second Life- I read both in one sitting- so I was wondering if you will possibly be writing a third book in the future? Thanks.
S.J. Watson Thank you! FINAL CUT, my new book, is out now in the UK and soon in the US/Canada and Australia/New Zealand. Full details at sjwatson-books.com
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Just finished BEFORE I GO TO SLEEP lastnight and I just wanted to say it was awesome. When are you coming out with your next book, or do you already have one out there?
S.J. Watson My second book was called Second Life and is out now. My latest, FINAL CUT, is out now in the UK and soon in the US/Canada and Australia/New Zealand. Full details at sjwatson-books.com
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I have absolutely loved Before I go to Sleep and Second Life! I was captivated by both stories literally after reading the first page for each. I also love the plot twists you come up with. Those have blown my mind in both books! So when do you think a 3rd book will come out? I am anxiously awaiting and hope it will be soon!!
S.J. Watson It's taken me three years to answer this (sorry!) but my new one, Final Cut is out now in the UK and soon in the US/Canada and Australia/New Zealand. Full details at sjwatson-books.com
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How would you describe the lifestyle of an author?
S.J. Watson I'm always at work, but I love what I do so it doesn't feel like it. I'm very lucky to be able to do this.
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Hello! I read your book awhile ago and I instantly thought it was a magnificent work of art. The way your main character speaks of the world is very enlightening and imaginative. I recently read the book again, and then looked at the Author name. I was shocked to find that your name was on the list for Ask the Author. It is so cool to have a opportunity to ask you a question! How do you create a character with depth?
S.J. Watson You have to spend time with them - which means writing them, thinking about them, interviewing them, arguing with them. When they start to feel real you know something is working.
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As an author, were there any specific stages in your writing where you had to backtrack to make sure that the different fragments of memory Christine was given made sense in the bigger picture?
S.J. Watson All the way through - especially during the editing process! It was a constant process because every time I changed anything I had to go through the rest of the book to make sure it didn't crop up again or make something else suddenly out of context. Painstaking!
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When are you writing a new book? :( Sorry for the intimate q but I adored your book Second life and I really want to read more books from you :(
S.J. Watson That's lovely! My latest, FINAL CUT, is out now in the UK and soon in the US/Canada and Australia/New Zealand. Full details at sjwatson-books.com
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Your books are amazing!! How do you think of the plot twists in your book? And also are you currently writing any books right now?
S.J. Watson Thank you! My latest, FINAL CUT, is out now in the UK and soon in the US/Canada and Australia/New Zealand. Full details at sjwatson-books.com

And yes, I'm currently working on my next one...
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Hi, I'm sure you've gotten a lot of compliments from your readers, but just wanna add mine (: I just wanted to ask, normally what kind of book genres do you read? I find your book unique cos it's a gd mix of thriller and mystery. It's like The Girl On The Train (another great book in my opinion), where the bk is filled with lies the reader has to discern for himself which to believe..Can't wait to grab your new book!
S.J. Watson Thank you! I read really widely - lots of crime and psychological thrillers of course, but other stuff as well. Whatever takes my fancy, really!
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Hi, this is more of a comment than a question? I wanted to tell you that I have read your first two books and loved them both tremendously, especially Before I GO to Sleep. I also loved the movie very much. You are a very good author and I will continue reading your books.
S.J. Watson Thank you! My new book is called Final Cut and is out now (UK) or soon (US. Canada, ANZ). Hope you like it.
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Hello! I've loved both of your novels!! Are you working on a third? If so, would it come out some time in 2017?
S.J. Watson Hi - my third book is out now/soon! It's called Final Cut
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How does it feel to have your book published in so many different languages? Isn't it strange to know that it's publishing languages that you can't read? Do you ever wonder if the essence of your story gets lost in translation.?
S.J. Watson That's a really interesting question and of you're right, it's odd. People ask me if my Dutch translation is good, for example, and I have to say, 'I have no idea...'
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Hi SJ are you working on anything at the moment? I enjoy your writing
S.J. Watson Hi - and thanks for this. My new book is called Final Cut and is out now (in the UK at least, later in the month for US, CAN and ANZ. And i'm also working on another book, in the meantime...
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I LOVED this book and look forward to reading "Second Life"! I, as well, had it in my head while I was reading your book all the thoughts and words were from a female. That to me attributes to a GREAT author when you are that convincing! Question: My son has just finished writing a Fantasy Drama book and wants to make sure he takes his book to the right person to publish ..any suggestions? TY Lisa Jolley
S.J. Watson I can only suggest your son tries to get an agent. Not every person would agree with me, but that's my take. Good luck.
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Hello, Let me begin by thanking you for producing such an amazing book- Before I Go To Sleep. It was so intense! Just wanted to ask , after finishing writing a book, do you ever feel empty? The way readers often feel after being taken on a long journey? Is it difficult to detach yourself from writing and get back to the real world- like hey I'll produce a work of art & then pop down to the shops!
S.J. Watson Hi - a good question! It can be, yes. Especially at the end of the first draft.
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Will christine gets her memory back?
S.J. Watson You know as much as me.
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