The Interview - Wallace E Briggs
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What’s your favorite piece of writing advice?
Never give up! And when you hit that brick wall, put your work away for a while and do something else. Your inspiration will return,
Have you ever based a character on someone you know?
the central character of my Jimmy Crikey stories is based on a small, ginger-headed boy I met while on holiday. I didn't know him. He was part of the group of five beach buddies that my four-year-old son joined for companionship. Being the smallest and possibly the youngest he was mildly bullied by the others. "Go there, fetch that, carry this, stand there, etc." When the showers came the boys took shelter in our family beach tent and it needed a story to help hold down their boisterous noise. That boy became the hero of my story (the first one I had ever made up on the spot) and he rose to conquer every obstacle in his path to greatness, with persistence.
Do you read reviews of your books? Why or why not?
Reviews of my works are illuminating and give me a lead as to how the readers view my work. Constructive negative reviews are also welcome and can contribute to improving my limited skills.
Which of your characters do you relate to the most?
I would love to think that I could be a grown up Jimmy Crikey. I am not, but I will always aim to be.
What’s your favorite writing snack or drink?
Since becoming a diabetic and attempting to avoid sugars, my staple daytime drink is black coffee. As bedtime draws closer I give in to my predilection for a shot or two (rarely three) single malt whiskies, heavily diluted with ginger ale.
How do you celebrate small writing milestones?
My celebrations are mainly cerebral rather than outward joviality. I am not one for overt displays.