Kaes Cat

Kaes Cat asked Benedict Jacka:

I rewrote this question a bunch of times but how do you feel about the idea of copying/inspiration? I find a lot of readers are quick to call a copy when it's not really justified but I'd be a hypocrite if I didn't admit to doing the same. As a budding writer it's one of my biggest fears but I'd like to know your opinion? Especially the opinion of my favourite authors.

Benedict Jacka Honestly, I wouldn't worry about it. It's natural to start out as an artist by copying works you admire – it just shows you really enjoyed the original. Over time, as your own voice develops and becomes more distinctive, you'll copy less and less.

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Are you coming to DragonCon this year?!

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Revo1182 asked Benedict Jacka:

Apparently only four people on the Internet are curious about this, but is the reference to a shop in Ireland in Veiled a shout out to the Iron Druid Chronicles? Or another series to which I/we can get addicted during the wait between Verus novels?

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Jennasis asked Benedict Jacka:

Has it been explained what kind of mage Richard is? I know he's a dark mage, but what kind of magic? Did I miss it while reading or has it not been told yet.

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