Brad

Brad asked James Patterson:

Hello Mr Patterson, I am in the process of writing my first book. It is loosely based on my childhood, I had a interesting youth growing up in rural Pennsylvania. My question, How do I keep the story moving along and not getting stale in parts? Thank you for your time, Brad Wilson

James Patterson Imagine you’re telling the story to someone sitting across from you, and you need to keep them interested. Every time you imagine them looking at their watch, or getting bored, you’re going in the wrong direction. Throw in a twist, do something to shock them. Easier for thriller than memoir, but still the same storytelling basics.

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Page Passion asked James Patterson:

Hello, James! My mom is a huge fan of all of your books. And I do mean ALL. I haven't read nearly as much as her but, I enjoy your books as well. I'm curious: are you a reader who has to finish a book, no matter how disinterested you beccome, or do you move on once the story stops engaging you?

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Ami asked James Patterson:

I saw that literacy is very important to you. My cousin has dyslexia, but I was surprised that she found your Maximum Ride graphic novel series, and devoured them! What do you think is a good way to get young people that don't enjoy reading, or have trouble reading, to get better at it and enjoy it? I know kids that can't read in 7th grade! :'(

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