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David Dabling

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David Dabling The bravest of them had slipped into the water to avoid swamping the boat. He made eye contact with the starving men in the boat, knowing he would not…moreThe bravest of them had slipped into the water to avoid swamping the boat. He made eye contact with the starving men in the boat, knowing he would not be in the water long.

But I am not very good with horror. In fact I am horrible at it.(less)
David Dabling To be honest the mystery that ends up infesting all my writing is how can people be mean on purpose, when being kind is more rewarding. I know I am no…moreTo be honest the mystery that ends up infesting all my writing is how can people be mean on purpose, when being kind is more rewarding. I know I am not innocent on this myself. For example when a salesman will not accept no my temper gets the better of me. But kindness should be my choice.(less)
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Be Careful Who You Kill

Let me begin with a friendly warning: think twice before killing your spouse in a story.

Many people consider killing a spouse to be anti-social. It’s especially unwise when you’re newly married. Your wife (or husband) hasn’t yet adjusted to the fact that you’re a writer. To them, murdering a spouse on the page can feel… personal. Possibly even rude.

I speak from painful experience.

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