I’ve asked a variety of authors— from horror to romance to comedy to non-fiction—to answer a few questions that I pose. Of course, I love a twist. All answers had to be no more than two sentences. Brevity presents a greater challenge.

For me the process was delightful as well as insightful. I love that authors can express our personalities and style in so few words. Just check out the varied responses to the first question!

The fifth question: Do you look at photos or imagine someone in particular when you describe a character?

 

“I’m using my imagination, for the most part; men I’ve seen or women’s particulars that I have looked at and admired for myself or on myself. Then I throw them all into one, delicious package.”

J.S. Danielle, Author of Perfected: A Mahaghany Mixed Novel

J.S. Danielle on GoodReads!

 

 

 

 

 

“At the start of a story, I already have a clear description in my head of my lead characters. I do like to search for potential cover images for eye candy inspiration though.”

Willow Madison, author of we were one once  

Site:  willowmadisonbooks.com

 

 

“Some of my characters are based on people I’ve known, or on myself, but most of them just introduce themselves to me.”

Java Davis, author of Commune: A Social Experiment

Site for Java Davis! 

 

 

 

 

“I use photos of stars.”

Mercedes Fox, author of Poaching the Immortal

Site: https://mercedesfoxbooks.com

 

 

 

Adrian W. Lilly is the author of The Runes Trilogy, The Devil You Know, and Red Haze.