Too often, series wander off track,
Michael's process is the best. It's the most scientific of the writing processes I've seen. I love how he won't publish the first book in a series until the whole thing is written, to avoid getting "off-track". That and the beta reading process is what make his books top of the cream.
“. . . oh shit, you had to be bloody careful when you invoked God; He could amuse Himself by granting what you’d prayed for . . .”
― The Siege Winter
― The Siege Winter
“So, throughout life, our worst weaknesses and meannesses are usually committed for the sake of the people whom we most despise.”
― Great Expectations
― Great Expectations
“Hunger is the best sauce. When you always have regular meals, you lose your appreciation for food. Too much of a good thing spoils it.”
― Mr Finchley Discovers His England
― Mr Finchley Discovers His England
“I am going to try to pay attention to the spring. I am going to look around at all the flowers, and look up at the hectic trees. I am going to close my eyes and listen.”
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“Yes,” Mr. Finchley lied bravely. Theoretically his knowledge of car driving was complete. Actually, he knew as much about them as he did about women.”
― Mr Finchley Discovers His England
― Mr Finchley Discovers His England
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