Genres: Fiction, Non-Fiction
If you could offer one piece of writing advice to a novice author, what would it be?
Writing is personal, and the creative process looks different for everyone. Don’t measure yourself against other authors. Focus on finding the tools that help you grow, and surround yourself with supportive writing partners who encourage your work rather than compete with it.
What have been some of the biggest helps for developing your writing skills?
Joining a writing group has been one of the biggest helps. Hearing directly from other writers has exposed me to resources, craft techniques, and writing tools I might not have found on my own. I also make a point to attend at least one writing conference each year, which consistently sharpens my skills and keeps me connected to the writing community.
How often do you write, and do you have a strict routine and writing plan?
I write consistently each week, and work toward a specific word-count goal. I block out dedicated days and times for writing, which gives me structure while still leaving room to stay flexible when the work takes an unexpected turn.
How do you find your ideas for a book?
Ideas are everywhere. I pay close attention to the world around me, and ideas tend to surface in everyday moments. I also draw heavily from real life and real experiences when shaping my characters and storylines.
What kind of books do you enjoy reading and how often do you read?
I read regularly. I’m drawn to nonfiction focused on personal growth and memoirs, and when it comes to fiction, I gravitate toward suspenseful stories that keep me turning the pages.
Does the idea of writing energize you or exhaust you?
Writing energizes me. It’s something I look forward to, and my writing time is often the highlight of my day.
BIOGRAPHY:
Laurie Engle is a Texas-based novelist, freelance writer, and real estate professional with roots in the Kansas heartland and a heart that beats for stories about strong women, second chances, and the secrets we carry. She grew up surrounded by fields and farmhouses and now lives in Austin, where she soaks up the Southern charm, live music, and sunshine from a picnic table under the pecan trees at her favorite brewery.
Laurie draws inspiration from the quiet clarity of being in unfamiliar places, the emotional complexity of human relationships, and the allure of moody settings.
When she’s not writing, she enjoys spending time with her family.
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