Living gives you a better understanding of life. I would hope that my characters have become deeper and more rounded personalities. Wider travels have given me considerably greater insight into how cultural differences affect not only people, but politics and art.
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I enjoy listening to classical music and heavy metal. I play basketball and try to go diving at least once a year. I don't really have hobbies in the traditional sense... I engage in too many activities already through the actions of my characters.Alan Dean Foster
I write early in the morning, usually after reading portions of at least half a dozen newspapers on the web.
Alan Dean Foster
Don't try to write to the trend of the moment.
Alan Dean Foster
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I try to challenge myself as much as possible, as often as possible.
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