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What I Learned from Craig Lesley

Two haiku recollecting writing insights shared by the author of _The Sky Fisherman_, _Burning Fence_, and other books I haven't read yet

By P. M. StarrPublished 3 years ago 1 min read
What I Learned from Craig Lesley
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I

Winterkill (the book)

he spent long days just to write

the waterfall's death

II

When asked how to write

through the hard parts he answers:

with four elements

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About the Creator

P. M. Starr

I write for pleasure, to learn, & to create introvert sanctuaries. Most of my "stories" here are challenge/contest specific.

Early influences: Judy Blume, Ray Bradbury, (real) V.C. Andrews. Contender for fave book: Pinkwater's Lizard Music

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