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Allison Pataki:
I recently read your novel The Traitor's Wife and I absolutely loved it! It was extremely fascinating and intriguing. What advice do you have for young aspiring historical fiction writers? Also, if you could visit any time period, where would you visit and why?
Allison Pataki
Hi Antoinette! So wonderful to hear from you. A fortuitous coincidence -- in answer to your second question, I might have to say the court of Louis XVI to meet the king and his very own Antoinette, Marie Antoinette! I would be fascinated to see the splendor and the decay from the inside of Versailles. I would, however, want to be sure to be out of there ahead of July 14, 1789!
My advice for aspiring writers would be to write, write, write. So many people tell me that they have a story in mind that they wish to write, to which I always say: do it! Put pen to paper. Begin. Create. Explore. Bring that story to life. The only way we can improve is by doing. So, do it today! Clear some time and have fun with the process. Be forgiving of yourself along the way as you grow and evolve in your craft.
My advice for aspiring writers would be to write, write, write. So many people tell me that they have a story in mind that they wish to write, to which I always say: do it! Put pen to paper. Begin. Create. Explore. Bring that story to life. The only way we can improve is by doing. So, do it today! Clear some time and have fun with the process. Be forgiving of yourself along the way as you grow and evolve in your craft.
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Beth
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Allison Pataki:
Oh, that's wonderful to hear that both books are being adapted for screen. Congratulations. I cannot wait! Thank you for taking the time to respond to my comments. I really appreciate hearing back from you. I finished the second book too, which I loved. I was in tears at the end, well probably a couple more times too, but what sad ending for such an incredible person. What is your next book on ?
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