Ask the Author: Michelle Merrill
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Michelle Merrill
My most recent book was stemmed by my love for pirates! Ooh, I can't wait to polish it up and get it ready to share!
Michelle Merrill
First by reading, then by learning, then by growing, then by writing. The more I learn, the more inspired I am. There are so many inspirational things in this world. Each one of my books was inspired by something different. Changing Fate was inspired by a little girl with Cystic Fibrosis. I'm still amazed at the effort she goes through just to breathe. I read about it, I learned from it, I grew, then I wrote.
Michelle Merrill
Right now? Critiquing a friend's book, which I love. But really, I have three books I'm doing revisions on.
Michelle Merrill
Write! Every day if you can. Even if it's bad writing. Bad writing leads to better writing, which eventually leads to awesome writing! Learn more about the craft and do your research. There are so many resources to help you on your way. Don't be afraid to use them! You can do it!
Michelle Merrill
I love that writing is my passion and something I enjoy doing. If I didn't like it, it would be miserable. The best thing about writing, though, is definitely meeting new characters and learning more about them. I love helping them find the journey that will make them learn and grow.
Michelle Merrill
I keep writing! I know it sounds funny, like eating when you're sick, but it really does help me. If I'm stuck on a particular part, I jump to another part. Or I make up an absurd situation for my character and force them to get out of it. Reading and doing other relaxing activities also helps my mind open up to new ideas that I may or may not use.
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