INTERVIEW with D.B. Mauldin: The Magical Muse: A Collection of Fantasy Stories

 

Blogger of Mama Bear Muses, Judge of the Magical Muse writing contest, and now published author D.B. Mauldin got to contribute her writing talents to The Magical Muse collection.

I was privileged to get a chance to sit down and talk to this talented writer.

How exciting is it to be a part of this fantasy book collection?


D.B M: It is very exciting to me because this is my first short story to be published.
Is writing Fantasy your favorite genre?


D.B M: Yes, it is.

It seems every writer has a process when it comes writing. Why is your writing process?


D.B: With short stories, my writing process is usually a ‘fly by the seat of my pants’ style. I generally have a story in my head and it just comes pouring forth.

I recently started working on my first novel and I did outline it before I started.
So how did your prize winning story come about?


D.BM: There was a prompt and my story came forth from that.

Now for some fun questions! Writing tool of choice. Pen and paper or computer?


D.B.M:I prefer to outline with pen and paper, but the actual writing is done on my computer.

Do you have any muses or other authors that inspired you to write?


D.B.M: I do have a muse and she has been wonderful to me. As for authors that inspired me to write, I would have to say some of our own: Renee Scattergood, Melissa Barker-Simpson, Jan Marie, M.J. Moores, and Allison Reker.
　
Aww Thanks D.B.! Okay how do you like to read? Paper? Or Digital?


D.B.M: I enjoy reading both.

Worst book you ever read?


D.B. M: I’m not sure because if I’m not liking a book, I’ll quit reading it and never finish.
　
Have you ever fallen asleep reading?


D.B. M: Never when I was younger, but now, I’m sad to say that ‘yes’ I have fallen asleep reading a time or two.

Ever fallen asleep writing? I’ve done this. I think it showed my dedication to my writing…What do you think? Have you ever fallen asleep writing?


D.B. M: I have fallen asleep writing a time or two, also. I do think it shows dedication to our writing.

EXACTLY! Thank you D,B.! Back to the next question. When is your favorite time to write? Morning? Afternoon? Evening? Nights? Or whenever the mood strikes you?


D.B. M: My favorite time to write is in the morning. I have written into the afternoon before, but not often. I usually wake around sunrise, so that gives me a solid six hours to write before the afternoon.
　
I like morning writing too. My mind is the freshest. Close us out with your favorite literary quote!


D.B. M: “Deep into that darkness peering, long I stood there wondering, fearing,
Doubting, dreaming dreams no mortals ever dared to dream before;”
Edgar Allan Poe ‘The Raven’.
Awesome, thank you D.B. Everyone again don’t forget to check out D.B. Mauldin short in “Magical Muse: A Collection of Fantasy Stories” Now on Amazon ANDSmashwords

Stories of fantasy from dark, light and inspiring bring life to this anthology. Creatures featured throughout showing the good and evil sides bring out the devastating and wonderful personalities they all receive by the authors that created them for your enjoyment.
Alexis Lantgen brings a twist the story of a typical fairy and helps showcase the dark evil intention many come to observe.
Andrea R. Cooper, turns a dark fantasy tale into a rhythmic piece that tests your understanding of your own mind.
George L. Duncan features a creature many never saw coming as the source of justice in a corrupt world.
The dark fantasy continues with Oz Durose showcases a new type of zombie that makes you regret deleting the files off your very own computer…what every you do beware the Z-Drive.
The hounds seize a foreshadowing of doom on one man seeking refuge from their deadly chase, Allison D. Reid, will bring adventure to her tale featuring hounds born from the darkness of hell.
Demons lurking throughout these tales brings a monster to the mix where a demi-god finds out her fate as KJ Hawkins spins a tale of triumph and fear.
Matthew Frassetti tests the will of a man to save his lover from the hands of a demon. The bonds of friendship will be tested between man and beast as this tale of adventure takes a twist.
Brendan Carroll brings a fun entertaining story to life showing off the everyday beauty of how simple time passes when you least expect it.
Khushi Agarwal tests the power of Christmas cheer with elves on strike will Christmas come on time, or will Christmas be ruined for all.
The holidays are here as D.B. Mauldin brings a hard working elf into the spotlight for a special Christmas festival.



ABOUT THE AUTHOR:  D. B. Mauldin is a professional writer and blogger with several articles, poetry, and short stories in publication.  You can read her work at http://mauldinfamily1.wordpress.com/. D. B. Mauldin is currently working on a book of short stories.