I think I met KM at the same meeting where I met Lynn Rush. Seeing that we both write fantasy, we started e-mailing stories to each other for comments, editing, etc. KM is a good writing friend and I’m glad to know her. She’s another one of those really upbeat people. We don’t see each other often, but when we do, it’s a lot of fun.
Pen Name: KM Wilsher
KM Wilsher blog
MY Face book Fan page
MG: When did you know you wanted to write?
KMW: Mrs. Peregot. 7th grade English. Smiley Junior High. Durango, Colorado. You know, one of those teachers that turned the lights on!
MG: How long have you been writing?
KMW: I just started to believe in myself 2 years ago, but I have been writing since before 7th grade.
MG: How often do you write? Do you have a routine?
KMW: I try to write a lot over the weekend. 5000 words, give or take. I am lucky to get 400 to 1000 during the week. That is my schedule. I am trying to keep to it and build it up!
MG: What kind of stories do you tell?
KMW: Well, mostly speculative. SUICIDE EXTINCT is about vampires in space.COBRA CUTLASS is a high world fantasy. REMNANTS is post-Armageddon sci-fi fantasy. Those are my current projects.
I wrote songs as a teen. I wrote poetry, some dark Goth and some humorous limericks. I have written my testimony for church magazines. I wrote an allegory called: The Castle in my 20's. An allegory about prayer. I always wanted to write an '80's musical in the same spirit as GREASE. I enjoy writing speculative the most!
MG: Do you have any other pursuits besides writing?
KMW: At this moment? To enjoy this life I've been given. This is a day that the Lord has made.
MG: Do you have a favorite author and/or genre that you read?
KMW: My favorite authors are Tolkien, Rowling, Rice, Lewis -- but I like all kinds of genres. Other favorites include: Tony Hillerman, James Michener, John Grisham, and John Eldredge. Of course, the Bible is the most read book I own.
MG: If you could keep only two writing books, what would they be and why?
KMW: Mmm. I don't know. I don't have any that I read. I mostly find tips online. My favorites are by: Jeff Gerke and JC Lamont. I get a lot of tips from the Elec Spec Editors blog too.
MG: If you could visit only two writing blogs, what would they be?
KMW: Jeff Gerke and JC Lamont. hee hee
MG: Why do you want to pursue publishing?
KMW: I'd like to see my words in print, my story on the big screen. I'd hope to entertain and inspire.
MG: What has been the most difficult aspect of trying to get published?
KMW: I haven't really put myself out there that much. I plan to. I am sending out short stories. No acceptances yet. I intend to enter Genesis in the Spring. But right now I am just following the lead of my many writing guru friends --- writing, blogging, networking, doing online crit groups.
MG: What one piece of advice would you give other writers, either about writing or about seeking publication?
KMW: First, believe in yourself. God believes in you. Then I'd say, write and read. That is the advice I get from others.
MG: Thank you so much for your time. I appreciate your participation in my project.
KMW: Thanks for taking me seriously, Michelle. It has been fun. I am glad Abba brought you into my life.
MG: You’re certainly welcome. I think every writer should be taken seriously, and I’m glad that Abba brought you into my life as well.
Pen Name: KM Wilsher
KM Wilsher blog
MY Face book Fan page
MG: When did you know you wanted to write?
KMW: Mrs. Peregot. 7th grade English. Smiley Junior High. Durango, Colorado. You know, one of those teachers that turned the lights on!
MG: How long have you been writing?
KMW: I just started to believe in myself 2 years ago, but I have been writing since before 7th grade.
MG: How often do you write? Do you have a routine?
KMW: I try to write a lot over the weekend. 5000 words, give or take. I am lucky to get 400 to 1000 during the week. That is my schedule. I am trying to keep to it and build it up!
MG: What kind of stories do you tell?
KMW: Well, mostly speculative. SUICIDE EXTINCT is about vampires in space.COBRA CUTLASS is a high world fantasy. REMNANTS is post-Armageddon sci-fi fantasy. Those are my current projects.
I wrote songs as a teen. I wrote poetry, some dark Goth and some humorous limericks. I have written my testimony for church magazines. I wrote an allegory called: The Castle in my 20's. An allegory about prayer. I always wanted to write an '80's musical in the same spirit as GREASE. I enjoy writing speculative the most!
MG: Do you have any other pursuits besides writing?
KMW: At this moment? To enjoy this life I've been given. This is a day that the Lord has made.
MG: Do you have a favorite author and/or genre that you read?
KMW: My favorite authors are Tolkien, Rowling, Rice, Lewis -- but I like all kinds of genres. Other favorites include: Tony Hillerman, James Michener, John Grisham, and John Eldredge. Of course, the Bible is the most read book I own.
MG: If you could keep only two writing books, what would they be and why?
KMW: Mmm. I don't know. I don't have any that I read. I mostly find tips online. My favorites are by: Jeff Gerke and JC Lamont. I get a lot of tips from the Elec Spec Editors blog too.
MG: If you could visit only two writing blogs, what would they be?
KMW: Jeff Gerke and JC Lamont. hee hee
MG: Why do you want to pursue publishing?
KMW: I'd like to see my words in print, my story on the big screen. I'd hope to entertain and inspire.
MG: What has been the most difficult aspect of trying to get published?
KMW: I haven't really put myself out there that much. I plan to. I am sending out short stories. No acceptances yet. I intend to enter Genesis in the Spring. But right now I am just following the lead of my many writing guru friends --- writing, blogging, networking, doing online crit groups.
MG: What one piece of advice would you give other writers, either about writing or about seeking publication?
KMW: First, believe in yourself. God believes in you. Then I'd say, write and read. That is the advice I get from others.
MG: Thank you so much for your time. I appreciate your participation in my project.
KMW: Thanks for taking me seriously, Michelle. It has been fun. I am glad Abba brought you into my life.
MG: You’re certainly welcome. I think every writer should be taken seriously, and I’m glad that Abba brought you into my life as well.
