I try not to stifle my creativity
by sticking to a brand, so you’ll see paranormal, romance, and fantasy/sci-fi.
I also write everything from YA to MG to PB, and have books in each of those
genres coming out over the next four years.
Do you choose a title first, or
write the book then choose the title?
I’m terrible with coming up with
titles. Just ask my agent. I send her manuscripts and she cringes over my
titles. She’s very nice about it though and helps me come up with good titles.
How do you come up with characters
names and place names in your books?
My characters always come to me
named. It’s like meeting new friends. But as far as places are concerned, I
stick to places I’ve been, mostly in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. I do like to
use fictional towns in those states, though.
Do you basic plot/plan for your
book, before you actually begin writing it out? Or do you let the writing flow
and see where it takes the story?
I’m a plotter. For Touch of Death,
I had 24 pages of notes before I started drafting. Every manuscript is
different, though. I have some that only have about four pages of notes. But
regardless of how much I plan, I ALWAYS let my characters take over and lead me
where they want to go. I’m happy to throw away my planning because my
characters are much smarter than I am. ;)
Have you ever based characters on
people you know or based events on things that have happened to you?
I’ve based some characters on
myself. Jodi from Touch of Death is very accident-prone, just like I am. I
could use bubble wrap to avoid cutting and burning myself on a daily basis.
I’ve also used real events from my
own life as starting points, but I’ve never allowed the plot to unfold how
things did in my life. I always change it.
Do you think ebooks will ever
totally replace printed books?
I hope not. I have a Kindle and I
love that I can get a book in seconds, but nothing beats holding a printed book
in your hands and turning the pages.
Did you read a lot at school and
write lots of stories or is being a writer something newer in your life?
I’ve been reading and writing for
as long as I can remember. I used to write stories and poems for my family all
the time. And every Saturday, I’d go to the mall and buy a new book, which I’d
start reading while my parents shopped. My mom would have to direct me through
the mall or I’d walk into people and displays.
Do you or would you ever use a pen
name?
I haven’t yet, but I definitely
would. I know a few authors who have so many books out that they have split
into two people, so to speak. ;) I hope I get to that level some day.
What piece of advice would you give
to a new writer?
Read, read, and read some more. The
best way to learn about writing is by reading great books.
What do you think about book
trailers?
I love book trailers. They don’t
actually sway my decision to buy a book, but if it’s a book I really want, I’ll
track down the trailer.
If you could invite three favourite
writers to dinner, who would you invite and enjoy chatting with?
Rick Riordan! I love him. His Percy
Jackson series is my favorite. I want to pick his brain. Becca Fitzpatrick
would be the next. Her Hush, Hush series is amazing. And third would be JK
Rowling because her success is phenomenal.
Your blog details?
http://kellyhashway.blogspot.com
Your web site ?
http://www.kellyhashway.com
Your facebook page?
http://www.facebook.com/kellyhashway
Your Goodreads author page? http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4528793.Kelly_Hashway
Your Twitter details?
@kellyhashway
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