Meet the Author: Robert Collins

Robert writes science fiction and fantasy. He publishes something almost every month! His most recent book is a Cinderella retelling, so he is definitely my people!! Check out his books below and stay to learn a bit more about this fantastic author.

https://www.amazon.com/Clever-Cintha-Robert-Collins-ebook/dp/B0DBQ35DFF
 
http://robertlcollins.blogspot.com/p/home.html
  
Latest titles:
Ship Killer, Hilia’s Road Series, Basia and the Bots, Pirsa
 
Tell us about Clever Cintha.
This book is something of a retelling of the Cinderella story with parts of another legend added. It's also gender-flipped, focusing more on a smart young witch than on the put-upon princess. I haven't done that many retellings, so I thought it would be ideal to test myself and try another one.
 
What’s a core memory that made you want to be a writer?
Reading "Asimov On Science Fiction" around 1980 and realizing I could channel my imagination into writing and telling stories.
 
What was your last five-star read?
Gail Carriger's "The Heroine's Journey." It's an excellent analysis of the counter to the familiar "hero's journey." I suggest authors read it to help them find the story they want to tell.
 
What is the most challenging aspect of being an author for you?
Marketing
 
What piece of advice do you have for a new author?
Keep Writing
 
What do you need to set the mood for writing? 
Instrumental music, usually classical but sometimes soundtracks.
 
What is something you’d like readers to know about you as a person?
I'm also into model railroading and 3D printing.

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