Writer's Routine Laurie L. Dove, author of 'Mask of the Deer Woman' - Mystery Thriller writer discusses keeping busy, magical realism, and sneaking up on the story.
Feb 7, 2025
Laurie L. Dove, an accomplished author and a former mayor, dives into her latest mystery thriller, 'Mask of the Deer Woman'. She shares her energetic approach to juggling journalism and fiction writing. The discussion explores the challenges of magical realism, character development through grief, and the process of ‘sneaking up on the story’. Laurie reveals her structured yet improvisational writing routine, showcasing her creative spaces and the importance of an emotional connection in storytelling. Her insights on balancing freelance work with personal passion are both inspiring and relatable.
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Write Your Way In
- Write even if unsure where the story is going.
- Keep writing until something good and relevant emerges.
Benefit of Genre Ignorance
- Not reading extensively in the genre helped Laurie Dove create a unique protagonist.
- Her character, Carrie Starr, emerged fully formed and complex.
Book Organization
- Laurie Dove organizes her books by concept or time period read.
- She views her book collection as a time capsule and source of inspiration.