Steven Williamson
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Michael J. Sullivan:
Michael, first of all, thanks for being an inspiration to budding authors like myself. I appreciate the feedback and insight you gave me during the writing phase of my first book, Ohlen's Arrow. And now onto my question: What do you think of that old writer's adage, "Beer for creativity, coffee for productivity" ?
Michael J. Sullivan
Hey Steve,
You are most welcome. I hope Ohlen's Arrow is doing well. There is another adage, "Write drunk, edit sober." -- which fits in nicely with the perception that all authors live within a bottle.
I write in the mornings, so the coffee is definitely my beverage of choice. I've never written after a few drinks, although I have jotted down notes and such. For me, the biggest inspiration to spur on creativity is long walks...while talking to myself (and yes out loud so I do the walks in places that don't have many people running around). There is something about stimulating the part of my brain where verbal communication exists that gets my creative thoughts flowing.
You are most welcome. I hope Ohlen's Arrow is doing well. There is another adage, "Write drunk, edit sober." -- which fits in nicely with the perception that all authors live within a bottle.
I write in the mornings, so the coffee is definitely my beverage of choice. I've never written after a few drinks, although I have jotted down notes and such. For me, the biggest inspiration to spur on creativity is long walks...while talking to myself (and yes out loud so I do the walks in places that don't have many people running around). There is something about stimulating the part of my brain where verbal communication exists that gets my creative thoughts flowing.
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Dylan
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Michael J. Sullivan:
Hello Michael, I'm looking into reading your books because of recommendations on goodreads. I noticed your influences include Stephen King who most would say falls in the category of horror/thriller. King is one of my favorite authors and I was wondering if you write a darker fantasy or if they are filled with suspense like King's books? Maybe like the suspense and adventure from The Dark Tower series? Thanks!
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