Jeff Potts
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- Apr 5, 2019
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So, I got the manuscript back for my next book. I asked the editor what they thought.
None of this was planned. In fact, I was sort of struggling with the message I was trying to weave into this book.
Do readers draw meaning from books, or is it the author that puts meaning in there vis their subconscious biases? Or is it both?
Edit: I should point out that, as far as story goes, this books is fairly dark. Because the majority of characters are mercenaries, they're not the most well-mannered people. Likewise, because monsters are involved, some people die some pretty gruesome deaths.
I love the contrast between the two main characters, because it really shows a significant perspective shift depending on one’s faith or lack thereof. Your depiction of the scenery and the dangers creates a dark atmosphere, another intriguing complement to <major character> and his clan. The journey feels exhausting, long, and challenging for the <main character>, making for a great and relatable premise.
None of this was planned. In fact, I was sort of struggling with the message I was trying to weave into this book.
Do readers draw meaning from books, or is it the author that puts meaning in there vis their subconscious biases? Or is it both?
Edit: I should point out that, as far as story goes, this books is fairly dark. Because the majority of characters are mercenaries, they're not the most well-mannered people. Likewise, because monsters are involved, some people die some pretty gruesome deaths.
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