Writing what you know? by Janice Seagraves

 Writing what you know?

Does anyone follow that advice?

I'm a detail writer and what that means is I do a hell of a lot of research.

I write first and research later. But I do such a deep dive into research, I become an expert in that field. 

Do I use all my research? No. Why? Because that can be boring.

I don't mean to brag, but my first book was set in the Bahamas with an Australian hero. Have I ever been to the Bahamas? No.

I just did a hell of a lot of research. 

But my editor and publisher but through that not only had I been there, but I was from Australia. 

My current books are both magic stories i.e., urban fantasy and high fantasy. 

Again research.

I also write sci-fi romance. I've never been to space, nor have I ever been to an alien planet. 

Again research. 

Don't be afraid to write outside of your experience. You can do research to fill the gaps in your knowledge. 

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I have a three in one.

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The first three books in the Chronicles of Arcon Series.
Planet Arcon is in trouble. Before their planet tears itself apart, The Arcons built three colony ships to take them across the stellar reaches of space… towards Earth their new home. But, only the ruling class and the most brilliant minds can come. The rest must take their chances with the lottery.
One family cheats.

The Arcons are coming…. Are you ready?

Whip Up Something Easy

 I’m not much for cooking. 

I can do a few meals but wouldn’t be having a dinner party soon. I do enjoy looking at recipes and seeing the end result. I know I will never produce something so delicious as pictured. But I can imagine the taste, would my belly be filled or would I stuff myself even if I would enjoy it. In truth, I hate everything about the kitchen and cooking. The raw food, chopping, slicing, dicing, the heat, the fire, and the waiting. I guess I lack patience. I’m jealous of those who love to cook and find joy and pleasure in the task. Cooking in some ways is an expression of love, community, and creation. 

If cooking is your talent, what do you love most about cooking? What is the best meal you can cook?