Benjamin
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Linwood Barclay:
Hi Linwood, do you think of the entire plot to your books before writing? Or do you find that it just flows as you write? Loving your books at the moment!
Linwood Barclay
A bit of both. I have the big picture in mind before I begin, and I usually know where I want to end up. I know what the events are that are driving the story. But it's not until I get into the book that I see the opportunities that are there. And sometimes my plan changes along the way if I think up something better. Thanks for the kind words!
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A Goodreads user
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Linwood Barclay:
Hi Linwood...I don't have a question; just wanted you to know I enjoy your books. You have a very laid-back, accessible style that is a welcome change from the self-conscious type of writing so often seen in CanLIt. That's all I wanted to say, but apparently, I need to include a question mark in order to send the message, so here it is ??????
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