Artur Nowrot
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Jeff VanderMeer:
Hi, Jeff! One of the most distinguishing features of Wonderbook was the inclusion of pictures and paintings to provide a visual stimulus for the readers' creativity. My question is: do you use works of visual arts as inspiration for your creative process, e.g. when imagining fantastical settings? If so, do you draw from your favourite styles/artists, or do you consciously search for something new that might be of use?
Jeff VanderMeer
Sometimes I do. Scott Eagle, a friend of mine, is a great artist. And there's a scene in a room with art on the walls in Authority where I was conjuring up a memory of his work. The Book of Miracles from Taschen was a big influence on Acceptance.
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Sam
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Jeff VanderMeer:
Jeff, do you have any phobias and do you ever incorporate them into your writing?
Caroline Martin
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Jeff VanderMeer:
Mr. VanderMeer! I read Wonderbook from cover to cover and loved it. I'm a high school teacher with 7 years experience, mostly AP Literature & Composition and British Literature. I will be teaching Creative Writing for the first time in the fall. The students will be sophomores, juniors and seniors. Any advice on how to promote creativity without having the kids go wild for shock value? Thanks for any and all help.
A Goodreads user
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Jeff VanderMeer:
Do you have any advice or recommendations for young, aspiring writers who aim to branch out into the horror, fantasy, or weird fiction genres?
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