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Q: Do you prefer writing for adults or teens?
A: I began writing for adults, but my first published novel was written for teens. Basically, it doesn't bother me who's reading my work, so long as they're enjoying it. I like writing for an audience of any age.
Q: Which do you prefer to write, horror stories or mystery stories?
A: That's a tough one. All my horror stories have a touch of mystery, and all my mystery stories have a touch of horror. But, if you mean which genre is my favourite, I would have to say horror. I've always loved reading horror stories, and there's nothing better than writing one that really works.
Q: A couple of years ago, you made a film. Which do you like better, filmmaking or writing?
A: I loved working with people to make a film. It was a lot of fun, and it's something I'm really glad I've done. But I love writing more than anything. I can write an explosion into a story, and it costs me nothing, but if I want to film an explosion I'll need a huge crew, insurance and a pyrotechnics expert. And what if I don't like how it looks later on?
Q: What advice would you give to a writer just starting out?
A: Most of the time I feel like I'm just starting out myself, but I guess that the most important advice I can give is to read, write, watch and play as much as possible. That is, read books, write stories/novels, etc., watch TV and films and play computer games. Each medium can be a powerful tool for entertainment, and as a writer starting out you should sample and learn from them all.
Read more about me and my writing in an interview with the Online Dark Fiction zine Horrorscope by clicking here. |
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