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Our interview this week is with veteran writer Al Sirois,
based in North Carolina although he began writing in his home state of Connecticutt.
We’ll conclude this episode with our check-in.
However, first is our third Quick Tip. We’ve started our
idea, and we’ve prepped the background. Now we must consider the 3 Cornerstones
of Story.
Sirois’ Bio~
I am a writer, ghostwriter,
developmental editor & graphic artist. I sold my first story in 1973. I’ve
appeared in Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine,
Fantastic, Amazing Stories, and online at Electric
Spec, Mystery Weekly, Every Day Fiction and Flash Fiction
Online, et al. My first book was a children's book, DINOSAUR DRESS UP,
from William Morrow in 1992. My story “In the Conservatory” was nominated for
the Pushcart Prize. I have also ghostwritten more than a dozen works of science
fiction and fantasy, as well as memoirs and cozy mysteries. In June 2024, Regal
House Press published MURDER IN MENNEFER, the first volume of my YA trilogy set
in ancient Egypt. The second volume, IMHOTEP AND THE QUEST FOR KUSH, will be
published in June of 2025. My first self-published book, BEFORE BAKER STREET,
is now available from Amazon. I live in North Carolina with my wife, novelist
Grace Marcus.
TIMINGS
00:40 Welcome and Quick Tip #3
03:40 Interview with Al Sirois
His Challenge View / Pantstering
vs. Plotting / Using Life Experiences / Outlining / Juggling Projects /
Freelancing since 2009 / Collaborating / Benefit of Change
27:55 Check-in #3
30:28 Closing
Total Run Time = 31:28
Video https://youtu.be/Lh-c17wvurk
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