Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Rob and I write under RW Duder. I have 8 novels published. My very first novel was “Ryerson” which was a coming-of-age drama but two years later I published my first horror novel and have been writing in that genre ever since! I live in Ontario, Canada with my wife and daughter.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
I’m actually releasing “Amy: Legacy” in just three short weeks on Christmas Day. It’s a sequel to my 2018 Novel “Amy.” The Amy series is an homage to the truly great 80’s and 90’s slasher flicks like Halloween, Scream and so on. The concept of “Amy” came to me in a subway tunnel in Toronto. Someone had written “Amy” on the subway wall and it looked like it was in crayon. That’s what ended up inspiring the series!
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I don’t plan much of anything when it comes to writing. Some writers write plot and character outlines and storyboards. I don’t do any of that. I just get an idea and try to build on it. I’ve never had an issue organizing my thoughts and remembering a truly great idea.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Stephen. King.
Out of the top ten books I’ve ever read, he has five of them. I think he is brilliant and he completely shaped my writing. I’ve been absolutely honored to have my writing compared to King’s and I do appreciate that because he definitely inspires me with his work. Insomnia, IT, The Stand, On Writing … all books that absolutely must be read.
What are you working on now?
I guess this is my official announcement. I’m working on the third instalment of two different series. I am writing the third book in the Desolation series (called “Seclusion”) and I am working on the third instalment of “Amy” tentatively titled AMY III
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
The Facebook Group 20booksto50K is the greatest source of information as a writer I’ve ever come across. Their extensive files section on every aspect of writing and publishing is a treasure trove of information and has helped me become more successful
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Let people read what you’re writing!! Too many writers are “shy” about their stories. Get them out there! Get feedback! Be willing to hear the good, the bad, and the ugly because it will make you a better writer.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
It’s easy to bet on the horse when the race is over.
What are you reading now?
A friend of mine turned me on to horror writer “JA Konrath” and I’ve been working through one of his trilogies. It’s really helping me write in the genre too.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I don’t know?! And that’s kind of exciting. I’m working full time on sequels right now and I’d love to have a burst of original creativity and come up with a new concept. I’m not worried about writer’s block because I know new ideas are never far behind.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Insomnia – Stephen King
The Stand – Stephen King
Great Expectations – Dickens
Author Websites and Profiles
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