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Goodreads asked Christina Clancy:

How do you deal with writer’s block?

Christina Clancy My nickname when I worked at IBM (yes, I used to be a blue-suiter!) was "the idea hamster." I'm full of ideas and never really struggle with writer's block, although I do sometimes struggle to decide which ideas are worth writing about. It's best if a story presents a challenge, whether that involves researching something I don't already know about or entering uncomfortable emotional territory so that I can learn something about myself and how I think.

For me, generating ideas is the easy part. What's hard is mustering the discipline to sit still and take a deep dive into the material so that I can figure out why the idea matters to me, and ultimately connect with readers.

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Paula Suominen

Paula Suominen asked Christina Clancy:

After spin class today, I told Yacouba I was spending the 4th reading your book. I loved it. Having lived in the Milwaukee area and visited Cape Cod, the locations brought back lots of memories. The characters were so real. The book is high on my recommendation list to anyone that asks about which books to read this summer. Congratulations on writing a much loved story. How is your second book coming along?

Chris

Chris asked Christina Clancy:

I am 6 chapters in and totally loving this book! Since I have to ask a question, and since this is your debut novel, how long did it take for you to come up with the plot and do you have more in mind for the future? I am putting you on my "authors to watch" list!

Michele

Michele asked Christina Clancy:

I just finished THE SECOND HOME and am experiencing a total book hangover; I cannot move on from Cape Cod, Ann, Poppy and Michael. I came on here to see what else you have written and could not exit without leaving a message to tell you how much I enjoyed your first novel. I adore Cape Cod, have visited many times over the years and after reading you book I know I need to visit again. You brought it to life for me?

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