It’s time for the next subject for my 2018 author interview series. Author interviews are posted every Friday throughout the year.
I am honored to continue this series with Oregon author, artist D. Wallace Peach
You can catch up with all of my past author interviews (nearly 200) on my Author Directory page.
If you’re an author interested in being interviewed in this series, I still have limited spots available for 2018. You can email me at don@donmassenzio.com
Now, please enjoy this interview with D. Wallace Peach:
Do you try more to be original or to deliver to readers what they want?
Well, I hope that these are occasionally the same thing! As a reader, I’m often looking for originality, and I think that may be the norm for fans of speculative fiction. Unlike some genres where certain tropes define the form, speculative fiction is incredibly broad, and there’s no reason not to experiment. Even if that weren’t so, I would probably still honor my preference for originality. My stories feel organic to me, inspiration sparking on the inside and bursting like fireworks into my head as fully formed ideas. I’ve never sat down and said, “I want to write a variation of “The Hunger Games.”
If you could tell your younger writing self anything, what would it be?
I didn’t begin writing until I was fifty, so my younger self isn’t all that young. What I do wish is that I’d found the time and inspiration to starting writing twenty years earlier! I envy those 20-30-somethings who are carving out hours here and there to create. They’re so far ahead of where I was at that age (which was still figuring out what I wanted to do when I grew up). But life doesn’t work that way, and I’m happy to have started when I did.
What’s your favorite under-appreciated novel?
Hmm. This is a hard one. I’ll stick with fantasy and mention a series that few people are going to have heard of: The Legends of Dhanen’Mar by Peyton Reynolds. I loved the story, the characters, and her magic system just blew me away. I inhaled the books. She couldn’t write them fast enough, and there are 15 books in the series!
Do you read your book reviews? How do you deal with bad or good ones?
I browse them all and look forward to the day when they’re rolling in so fast that I can’t keep up! A big fat dream, that one. Anyway, yes, I read them. I do happy dances when I get good ones, and I ignore the bad ones with one exception – a bad review that gives specifics. I try to view those as prickly little blessings because if the reviewer made a good point, I can go in and make fixes. By the way, this was not an option when I was traditionally published, and it’s one of many reasons I switched all my books to indie.
Do you hide any secrets in your books that only a few people will find?
Rarely. In my first book, I named flowers after relatives. My niece was the only one who noticed.
Do you Google yourself?
I did when I was starting out. The whole publishing/blogging adventure was so new and exciting. I haven’t looked in years. Hmm… maybe I should take a peek… make sure there’s nothing embarrassing out there!
What is your favorite childhood book?
As a little kid, it was Charlotte’s Web, the first book to make me cry. As a teenager, it was The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy. I credit Tolkien for my love of reading and my decision to write fantasy.
If you had to do something differently as a child or teenager to become a better writer as an adult, what would you do?
I’m not sure I would do something different as it relates to preparing for a career of writing. All my experiences, the sweet and the sour, the delightful and the miserable, the successes and failures, made me who I am today, and they feed my stories. Beneath all the fantasy elements, I hope that I tell human stories, and that requires that I endure and continue to endure a range of experiences – the good, the bad, and the ugly.
How long on average does it take you to write a book?
About six months writing full time. That’s my average, it seems, from start to finish. I’m a slow, edit as I go writer, and I do about 8 complete drafts with plenty of little edits in between. I wish I could write faster, but if wishes were made of silver, I’d already be rich.
About D. Wallace Peach:
D. Wallace Peach started writing later in life after the kids were grown and a move left her with hours to fill. Years of working in business surrendered to a full-time indulgence in the imaginative world of books, and when she started writing, she was instantly hooked. Diana lives in a log cabin amongst the tall evergreens and emerald moss of Oregon’s Coastal Mountains with her husband, two dogs, and Pinky the Cat.
D. Wallace Peach’s Books:
Ready for a reading adventure?
The Sorcerer’s Garden
Sunwielder
The Bone Wall
The Melding of Aeris
The Rose Shield Tetralogy:
Catling’s Bane, Book I
Oathbreakers’ Guild, Book II
Farlanders’ Law, Book III
Kari’s Reckoning, Book IV
The Dragon Soul Saga:
Myths of the Mirror, Book I
Eye of Fire, Book II
Eye of Blind, Book III
Eye of Sun, Book IV
Grumpy Ana and the Grouchy Monsters: A Children’s Space Tale
Connect with D. Wallace Peach:
The Blog: http://mythsofthemirror.com.
Amazon author’s page: https://www.amazon.com/D.-Wallace-Peach/e/B00CLKLXP8
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Myths-of-the-Mirror/187264861398982
Twitter: @dwallacepeach
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7068749.D_Wallace_Peach
A great interview. I consider you a fast writer as it takes me a year to write a book! Your lifestyle sounds wonderful, I love Oregon.
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Thanks for the visit, Darlene. I am so slow when I consider the hours spent at the laptop (I write about 250 words an hours). But speed isn’t really that important, is it? As long as we love what we do! Have a wonderful weekend. ❤
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An inspiration, for readers and writers, everyone who loves story
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Thanks for sharing this.
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You’re very welcome.
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Thanks again for sharing, Cage. A wonderful and generous surprise. Happy Writing!
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Thanks for sharing this, Charles.
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You’re welcome.
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Thanks for sharing, Charles. Much appreciated! Hope you have a magical weekend. 🙂
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You’re welcome. Have a fun weekend too.
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Diana is an incredible writer who I take lessons from often, just by reading her books (which are magnificently original) and by reading the stories and “tips” in her blog. In my writer’s mind, anyone who can write a book in six months is a miracle-worker. But in reality, I know that Diana accomplishes this because she works long and hard hours to bring another fabulous story to her readers.
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Thanks for stopping by. I’m sure Diana appreciates your kind words.
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Thanks so much for your kind comment, Pam. You always leave me with a smile! As long as we’re enjoying what we do, it doesn’t matter how long it takes, in my mind. Have a warm sunny marvelous weekend (No Snow!). Happy Writing!
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Tis true. Although, I must admit, I’m pulling out a bit of my hair by draft #8… 🙂
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Ha ha. Yes. It can get a little crazy-making!
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This is a wonderful and insightful look into the heart and soul of Diana. I enjoyed this interview immensely. If I ever make it to Oregon, I’m looking Diana up!! Thanks for this one, Don.
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Thanks for the visit and lovely comment, Jan. Come on over and I’ll show you around! I so enjoyed Don’s questions and the opportunity to visit with his readers. Have a fantastic weekend! ❤
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I edit as I go, too.
Nice to hear more about you!
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Thanks Traci. I know that we’re “not supposed” to edit as we go, but one of the interesting aspects of writing is how we all are different and find what works for our creativity to bloom. Thanks so much for stopping by and Happy Writing!
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I combined your names into Traci. Ha ha. Sorry Staci. ❤
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You wouldn’t believe how often that happens. I don’t even bother correcting people anymore.
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As soon as I hit “send” I cringed. I get called “Sir” now and then and don’t bother correcting that either. It’s all good. 🙂
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Well, I promise to never call you sir. 😉
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Thanks so much for the interview, Don, the fun questions and the addition of images to spice it up visually. I couldn’t be happier. I’ll reblog shortly! Have a wonderful weekend and Happy Writing!
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It was my pleasure. Thanks for being an enjoyable subject. Have a great weekend also.
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I enjoyed your interview, Diana. Love your sense of humor 🙂
I started writing at fifty also, maybe it’s something in the water, lol
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I know so many later-in-life writers, Jacquie, and in a way it makes sense… we often have more time and have chalked up some experience with life worth sharing. It’s fun, isn’t it? Thanks so much for stopping by to read. It’s a pleasure being over here on Don’s site. Happy Writing!
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I’m one of them. First book completed at 50…started at 14.
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Well, I’m glad you did!
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I can never cease to admire Diana for her gifts…a lyrical prose and imagination that takes you into new lands. She has accomplished all this just within few years…amazing! Wishing you great success Diana. Thanks for sharing more about her Don.
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Thank you, Balroop, for the kind comment. You definitely made me smile. I also enjoy learning about other authors. We’re all different, but we share a love of words. BTW – I started your book last night – ❤ ❤
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Thanks Diana, I hope you enjoy it.
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My pleasure. Thanks for stopping by.
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Thanks so much for the reblog, Anna. I had fun with Don’s questions and, of course, love chatting it up with his readers. Have a wonderful weekend and Happy Writing!
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Thanks for sharing this, Anna
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Excellent interview, Diana. You are amazing.
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Thanks so much for stopping by to read, John. I enjoyed Don’s questions and can talk about writing all day! Have a fabulous weekend and Happy Writing!
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Thank you. 🙂
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Loved the interview, Diana and Don. Diana, your stories are always engaging, intriguing and beautifully written–you are a brilliant writer and storyteller!
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Thanks so much Bette.
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Thank you, Bette. You always leave such sweet comments. And you have a few accolades lined up yourself! I hope you have a lovely weekend and some warm weather coming your way. Happy Writing!
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Outstandin interview! Thanks to both Diana and Don! Loved it! ♥
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Thanks, Billy Ray.
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Thanks, Billy Ray. I really appreciate Don’s questions and the opportunity to visit with everyone on his blog, and that includes you. Great fun! I hope you have a great weekend, my friend. ❤
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You as well, dear Diana, have a great weekend! ♥
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You sure do give a snappy interview, Diana! Very enjoyable, and so glad you mentioned the Peyton Reynolds books. Thanks so much for this series, Don ❤
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Thanks for the visit, Tina. I’m glad the interview is snappy! I never get tired of talking about writing and appreciated the chance to hang out on Don’s blog. I loved Peyton’s books. She’s an indie author and so talented. Her magic system is one of the best I’ve read and she has wonderful characters. I honestly couldn’t get enough. 🙂 Have a lovely weekend, my friend. ❤
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Back atcha, sister ❤
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Thanks for sharing this, Sue.
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Hi Don. Thanks for having Diana visit. She is one of the most (maybe the most) talented fantasy writer out there — particularly for what I think of as “high fantasy.” Her blog is always a treat too, the stories, the insights. Wishing you both a wonder-filled, hug-filled weekend.
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It was a pleasure having her as a guest. I’m sure she appreciates your kind words.
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Ha! I love your comment, Teagan, and the high praise. If only I could claim that honor! We’re lucky that we get to do what we love. To me, that’s the important part. Happy Writing, my friend, and enjoy your weekend. 🙂 ❤
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Terrific interview, Diana, and thanks to Don for presenting it to us. So nice to know more about you, and I’m heading to Amazon as soon as I post this. But first, I wanted to say that the covers you shared in the post today are absolutely gorgeous, Diana! I can’t decide which I like best, but I’m leaning toward The Bone Wall. I’m always a fan of great covers, and these are just perfection! Now, away to Amazon, as soon as I share this. 🙂
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Thank you so much, Marcia. Don added in all the covers, and didn’t he do a great job? The post looks wonderful. I’m so honored that you might pick up one of my stories. The Bone Wall is my most gritty book (I always feel compelled to warn people), but I hope it’s also a worthy read. 🙂 Thanks again for the visit and have a fabulous and creative weekend. ❤
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You’re most welcome, Diana. I have added several to my Amazon List, and am just trying to make up my mind where I want to start. I’m drawn toward the Catling’s Bane/Rose Shield series, I think, so that may be my first choice. 🙂 Looking forward to checking them all out, though! Hope you’re having a great weekend, too. ❤
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Thanks for stopping by and for your kind words, Marcia.
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Diana, you have the same edition of The Lord of the Rings as the one I read to the falling-apart state they’re in now. I mail-ordered mine, and I still remember the smell of the printer’s ink when I opened the parcel. I associate it with a great reading adventure. Thanks to you and Don for an informative and entertaining interview.
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Thanks for the visit, Audrey. I just remember the magic of those books so vividly. I tried reading The Hobbit again, but it wasn’t quite the same. There was such a mystique the first time. Thanks for reading the interview. I had a lot of fun with Don’s questions and love everyone’s kind comments. Have a wonderful Sunday!
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Thanks for sharing this, Traci
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Wonderful to see Diana over here, Don. I was very interested in her writing process and length of time for a book as well as the books that inspired her.
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Thanks for stopping by. She was a great interview subject
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Thanks for the visit, Robbie. I’m so glad you enjoyed the interview. I love talking books and process and Don asked some great questions. Have a wonderful balance to your week. ❤
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Great interview with Diana, Don. Congratulations on this great interview by Don, Diana. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Thanks Suzanne.
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Thanks so much for taking the time to read and comment, Suzanne. Don’s questions were great fun and I can talk endlessly about writing and books. Hope you have a wonderful week, my friend. ❤
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Thanks for visiting, Suzanne. 🙂 It was a fun interview, and such a joy to chat with his followers. I hope you have a wonderful day and coming weekend, my friend. Happy Writing.
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A couple weeks ago, I had the pleasure of participating in Don Massenzio’s Author Interview series. Want to know what I would tell my younger writing-self? Or how long it takes me to write a book? Head over for a quick visit. Many thanks to Don for the fun interview and the opportunity to chat with everyone on his blog!
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It was my pleasure. Thanks for participating.
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If I could only write a book in six months. Good on you. 🙂 Enjoyed the interview, Diana. Like you, I wish I could’ve started writing years ago. I did in my head though. Thanks for sharing, Don.
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Thanks for stopping by Mary.
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Thanks for the comment, Mary. I think I can get a book done in about six months because I don’t have a life! Ha ha. I’ve gone over that time frame with my current WIP, and based on these comments, I won’t worry about it. Yes, I do wish I started writing in my 20’s, but such is life. Have a great day and wonderful weekend. 🙂
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Not a book author of tales but I find Diane’s ideas and inspiration help me in my prose and poetry. She is a shiny star with a smile that could win over any heart.
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You are too kind, Holly. Thanks so much for stopping by to read. I can say the exact same about you! Your writing is sublime. ❤
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Thank you Diane, everything I say is true about your writing , your advice, the inspiration you offer so willingly. ❤
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Hmm, hiding something secret in our books — I like that idea! Maybe have to give it a go. 😁 Nice interview!
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I haven’t done it since the first book, Carrie. I was so excited about it, and no one but my niece noticed and she only noticed her own name. I imagine it could be fun to leave a trail of clues for a loved one, or something like that. 😀 Thanks for the visit to Don’s blog. It was a fun interview. Happy Writing!
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Great interview! I am such a huge fan-girl of Diana! I think she could write about toilet paper and make it interesting and touching and exciting all at once! It’s not just the stories, it is also the ‘world view’ she shares hidden within those stories. As a reader I think her values and ethics, honed by maturity, depth of feeling and life experience, resonate throughout her work and these are things we cannot copy. This is what makes a writer original. As I grazed down through the comments, I laughed out loud that people might call you ‘Sir’ Diana – clearly not!! 🙂
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What a beautiful comment, Pauline. You are so sweet, and clearly have a talent for the written word as well. I shall one day attempt to write a story about toilet paper. Ha ha. It’s already “unrolling” in my head. Yes, I get called “Sir” every once in a while, but D. is gender neutral, so I just let it go. It’s all good. Happy Creating, my friend. Enjoy your weekend. ❤ Hugs.
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What a great interview! I loved learning more about Diana. We have something in common as I was a late blooming serious writer as well. I liked your question about hidden secrets, Don. In my first book, I had several that only relatives and close friends caught.
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I do the same thing. My wife will laugh at some anecdote that one of my characters mentions. I change enough details so that only a few catch them.
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There are a lot of us late-bloomer writers, Jill. But that’s okay – we’ve stocked up a lot of experience to share. I love it that you and Don both hide things in your books. It makes me want to do more of it! Thanks for the visit and comment. And Happy Writing!
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Fabulous interview! Diana is such an interesting author, it’s always a pleasure to learn something more from her. 🙂
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Thanks, Debby. It’s sort of amazing how much we learn about each other without never having met. I feel like I know you better than many of my “in person” friends. That’s part of the fun of these interviews, and Don’s was really fun. 😀 Thanks so much for stopping by to read.
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Me too Diana. I enjoy reading interviews with my author friends. I agree with you that we get to know one another, often better than we know some closest to us. 🙂 xx
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So great to know more about my writing idol! Her books are unexpected and always engaging. Diana’s my favorite fantasy author! 😍 Thanks for the interview, Don. ❤️
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Thanks so much for stopping by here at Don’s to read, Colleen. Some fun questions. 🙂 And, as always, you are too kind. Sending you hugs and a wish for a fantastic Friday!
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Thanks for stopping by, Colleen.
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Thanks, Don. I loved this interview. ❤
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Good interview, Diana. I am with you on the bad reviews and like you I mentally check if they have a good point. I wasn’t familiar with your favorite underappreciated book. Will check it out.
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Thanks for the visit, Jacqui. I have definitely made changes based on reviews when they’re specific and make a good point. It’s a gift in a way. And yes. That series is waaayyy under-appreciated, but I loved it. 🙂 The best magic system I’ve ever encountered! Happy Writing, my friend. You must be getting close!
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Great questions, Don, and wonderful answers, Diana. I particularly like this one:
‘What I do wish is that I’d found the time and inspiration to starting writing twenty years earlier! ‘
A lot of life experience goes into writing, but time is one thing none of us can avoid. Wishing you many more decades of writing! 🙂
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Thanks for stopping by.
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Thanks for the words of wisdom, Andrea. Though I wish I’d started writing earlier, I know that my stories wouldn’t have been the same. Those chalked up years of living enrich us as writers, I think – at least mine have. May we both find decades of creativity ahead. Hugs, my friend. ❤
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-grin- When Mum was my age [in her 60s], one of her favourite sayings was that she wished she could be 20 years younger with the same ‘head I have now’.
I rolled my eyes then, not any more. But life is about moving forwards and I, too, hope we both have lots of writing years left.
Speaking of which, how’s your latest coming along? I have to say the premise of swallowing souls is really intriguing.
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I can so relate to your mom’s wisdom! And the book? I’m on target for early June since my last target of mid-May isn’t going to happen. 😀 Covers are in the works and I’m on the final edit! Yikes. 🙂
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Wow…I am so impressed! Seems like just yesterday that you were finalising everything for Catling’s Bane. Congratulations!
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😀 That was over a year ago. I know. Time is zooming by!
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Over a year? Wow. It’s galloping..
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Wonderful interview Diana and lovely to know a little more about you and your writing. I too wish I had the time to have started earlier but you certainly have more than made up for lost time..
Thanks Don for hosting.
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When I started, Sally, I felt like I was in a race against time to get all the stories out of my brain! Now, the pace is a little more leisurely and the pressure is off a bit. It’s been quite an adventure. Thanks so much for visiting and commenting. Have a wonderful weekend. Hugs. 🙂
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You too Diana…Now we are the new 40 we have a little more leeway! xxxx
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A lovely interview Diana. You have certainly made up for not writing before your 50s! If only I could write a book in six months… 🌼🌼🌼
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Thanks so much for visiting, Brigid. 😀 Doesn’t Don do a wonderful interview? It’s been fun to visit with everyone over here. I suspect I’ll slow down a bit in the future (when my husband retires) but for now, I’m loving it! Happy Writing to you, my friend. 🙂
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I love learning more about you, Diana, who I consider to be a role model. I understand your regret about not starting to writer earlier – I was 62! But like you am grateful to start at any age. I haven’t written a novel but I’m sure I would also edit as I wrote it, since that is my style now with short pieces. I can live with a terrible first draft but even as I type a paragraph am making corrections. Six months sounds like a short time for you to produce such polished results along with all the other things you do, like keep up with your blog and blog comments. Terrific interview!
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Thank you for the kind comment, Molly. 😀 The only thing I do is write and blog, and occasionally shower. Ha ha. I love it that our generation is finding such a powerful way to be creative and connect with each other. And it’s not something that requires us to “hand over the keys” for a long time, hopefully. Who knows what’s ahead for you in the writing world. At the very least, lots of fun. Have a wonderful weekend. 🙂
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I look forward to the day when all I do is blog and write. My two days of work on Thursday and Friday are getting in the way! Haha! It is wonderful to connect with other creative baby boomers, like you. I am so proud of our generation and our artistic contributions.
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It takes me a lot longer than six months to write a book. Working fulltime isn’t the best. Hope one day to write fulltime like you do Diana and I also wish I started earlier! 🙂
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I so admire anyone, Marje, who manages to work full time and write. Wow. I couldn’t have done it. No way. I had to wait until the hours opened up. You’ll get your chance. There still won’t be enough time in the day, but there will be more! Thanks for stopping by, and have an awesome weekend. 🙂
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Hi Diana, thank you so much for your lovely comment, looking forward to the time when I’ll have more time! All the best, hope you had an enjoyable weekend. 🙂
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Thanks! Have a wonderful week and Happy Writing!
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What a great interview.Writer-wise a match made in heaven!
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Ha ha. It’s so fun to talk about writing, Paul, and Don has some great questions. Part of the fun about interviews is learning how different we all are and how what works for one doesn’t necessarily work for another. That said, I’m glad we’re kindred spirits! Happy Writing!
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Thanks so much for sharing this.
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Thanks so much for sharing the interview. 🙂 Don puts together a great post and it was a joy to visit everyone over here. Have a marvelous weekend!
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Don Massenzio presents a great interview with D. Wallace Peach as part of his 2018 author interview series. Hope you’ll check it out, and pass it along! Thanks!
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Thanks for sharing this, Marcia.
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Always my pleasure, Don. I’m slowly getting caught back up with my favorite blogs, thankfully, and will try to keep up with yours once again. This is a great feature, and I enjoyed reading D. Wallace Peach’s answers! 🙂
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Thanks, Marcia.
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Thanks for stopping by to read and for sharing on your blog, Marcia. I’m so glad you enjoyed the answers. Don hosts a wonderful interview. 🙂 Happy Writing.
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Thanks for sharing this, Viv.
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Thank you so much for sharing Viv. It’s been delightful to hang out here on Don’s blog. Hope you have a wonderfully creative weekend. 🙂
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It takes me forever to write a book – so you’re way ahead of me!
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But I’m retired, Jen. And I have no life outside of blogging. 🙂 So maybe it’s a good thing that it takes longer for you. Thanks for the visit and I hope you get some writing time in. Above all, enjoy it. 🙂
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Wonderful interview, Diana! And Don has great questions, some I’ve rarely seen in author interviews but that give a deeper picture of the author. My younger self may not agree with my advice 🙂
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Thanks Julie. Why not stop by for an interview, if you’re so inclined.
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I’d love to! Can we schedule it once I know when my debut novel’s release date? It’ll be next year, but I don’t have a date yet (heck, I don’t even have a cover yet…)
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Absolutely. Whenever you’re ready.
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Thanks for the visit, Julie. I don’t think our younger selves would listen very carefully to the older selves – I know mine wouldn’t! Don hosts a wonderful interview and he did a great job setting up the graphics. I’m so glad you’re going to join in when your book comes out! Happy Writing!
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Boy, am I late getting here. A wonderful review, Don and Diana! Wish you could share some of your productivity with me, Diana.
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I don’t have kids at home, Teri. That has a huge impact on productivity! And I’m not working (besides writing). Thanks for the visit and scrolling all the way down to leave a comment. Don hosts a fun interview, and I’m glad you enjoyed it!
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Nice to see Diana here and learn more about her and her books. I have Caitlyn’s Bane on my TBR list and look forward to reading it. This was a wonderful interview, Don and Diana! Hugs to you both
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Thanks for stopping by. This was my most viewed interview of the over 200 I have done in the past three years.
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Awesome, Don. Thanks so much for letting me be a part of it. 😀
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It was a good one! I read your guide and loved it!! It will be a wonderful resource for me especially about creating audio books. I want to do that one day. I put my review on Amazon and Goodreads and will post on BN if you are there. Best of luck in your new venture. Will keep in touch. Hugs
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Thanks so much. I need to update it someday. I appreciate the reviews.
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Thanks so much for the visit, Janice. Don puts together a wonderful interview and it’s been a lot of fun visiting with everyone over here. I’m so honored that you picked up Catling’s Bane. I hope you enjoy it, of course. Have an amazing weekend and Happy Writing!
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Great interview, Don! In response to the first comment, I know so many (screen)writers who take the approach Diana cites: I want to write the next version of this or that. They look at Game of Thrones and ask, “How can I come up with something just like that?” No one who ever took that view of writing succeeded at it, as far as I know. You have to want to be a writer because you’ve got something to express — something that reflects your beliefs, your worldview, your unique imagination. I never read a story — even the ones that have inspired me — that I wished I’d written; only my own material adequately reflects me.
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Thanks for the comment, Sean. Don hosts a great interview and had some fun questions here. I do love reading something that feels authentic to the author’s experience and therefore “original.” Sometimes that shows up in the plot or characters, sometimes in the perfect details. It’s not hard, I think, if the author is invested and digs deep. Have a great long weekend! Happy Writing!
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Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by. It helps having some of the great guests I’ve been able to feature.
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I am always impressed with anything Diana writes. I like her short responses, almost like flash fiction. I like when she introduces characters, which I usually think of as sketches. She is amazing in description and ability to have the character walk off the blog post (or book page) and into your mind and heart. I have only read “Catling’s Bane” but have followed D. Wallace Peach for years. She’s a treasure and Don did an excellent job of choosing creative questions, too. Smiles, Robin
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You are so sweet, Robin. I feel like blushing at your kind words about my writing. You’ve given me a giant smile this evening. Don hosts a lovely interview and it’s been fun visiting. Yes, we’ve been following each other for years now, my blogging buddy. ❤
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