Q: How do you get your ideas?
A: All I do is look around me. I got the idea for Spy Dogs when my dog crept up on my brother and jumped on him.
Q: What is writer’s block?
A: Writer’s block is what happens when a writer can not seem to think clearly or come up with any ideas.
Q: What do you do when you get writer’s block?
A: I take a break from writing and go do something else. Then, I come back about an hour later and I can think much better.
Q: What is a web?
A: A web tells you who or what you will write about, the materials you will need, where the story takes place, and any problems that occur in the story. Below is an example of a web.
Q: How do you get started?
A: I always write a web and a plan it out. I choose what my story is about and things I will talk about in that story.
Q: Who is your favorite author?
A: Bill Wallace, because his stories are action-packed and hilarious.
Q: In your opinion, is it better to write a rough draft or immediately type it up on the computer?
A: You should always write a rough draft. Trust me, if you go straight to the computer, you’ll have to redo a lot of your story because (a) it will have a lot of mistakes (b) you’ll want to change some stuff.
Q: How long do you work on a story a day?
A: Either an hour all at once or an hour and a half working 45 minutes two separate times. Writing too much all at once can get frustrating and cause writer’s block.
Q: How long does it usually take you to write a story?
A: About a week to a month. You should always keep at it even if you think it is taking too long. Once your story is done, you will be very happy you kept going.
Q: Why should I write stories?
A: Writing stories is a great way to express yourself and improve your creativity. If you write stories now, you will be great in the creativity department later on in life.