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The Humpwhistle Interview

A FanStory writer interview

72 total reviews 
Comment from humpwhistle
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A solid six, Terry, for your interviewing and organizational skills. As for the hack you interviewed, well, he was okay . . . in a snarky kind of way.
Still, your skills pulled his bacon out of the fire and made even he sound interesting.

Well done, Terry!

Peace, Lee (neither Child, nor Harper)

Sorry, Terry, but the system won't allow me to re-review your interview. At any rate, nice job. I've been reading the reviews.

Peace, Lee

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2022


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2022
    LOL, You are the man! Thank you for doing the interview! Terry.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
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Thank you for sharing Lee's interview with us. He is, by far, the best author on FS. I admire his work and him and a person. I know I've learned a lot about writing from him. Thank you, again.

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2022


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2022
    Barbara, thank you very much! Terry.
Comment from John Ciarmello
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I had no doubt Lee's wit would shine through in this interview, as well as his genuine reflections on writing and writing well. I've often wondered if he were a published author. His reaction to your question on that topic was spot on and agreeable. This was a great interview, Terry. Best, JohnC.

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2022


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2022
    John, thank you, I enjoyed getting to know him a bit. Terry.
Comment from Mama Baer
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Fascinating stuff! It's like having a backstage pass. Thanks, Terry, for this grand idea, and kudos to Humpwhistle for taking the time to share his thoughts and processes. What a guy.

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2022


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2022
    Mama Baer, thank you very much! Terry.
Comment from Jesse James Doty
Exceptional
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I'd say that this was as near perfect as an interview is going to get.
I love this man, Lee, I read him whenever I get a chance. And this interview of him was interesting and entertaining much as Humpwhistle is himself.
There was one typo I might point out to you though it is a small one. In the part about Non-fiction, you use the words metaphors and 'smiles' instead of 'similes.'
Other than that this is the best interview you have written yet!
Thanks for showing off one of the best writers on this site!
Jesse

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2022


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2022
    Jesse, thank you for the six stars!!! I will change the typo, that is on me not Humpwhistle. Terry.
reply by Jesse James Doty on 17-Jul-2022
    Hi Terry!
    I figured it was you and not Lee.
    The extra star was well deserved!
    Jesse
Comment from nomi338
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Feels like I just attended a most helpful and entertaining lecture. There are many who would and could rightfully charge a fee for the wisdom just dispensed here for free. Another huge benefit of FS membership. You are providing a great service by hosting and posting these interviews with writers who have something interesting to say. I have greatly benefitted the updated information dispensed here. I thank you all over again. This is good stuff right here.

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2022


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2022
    Nomi, thank you very much, he is a wonderful writer. Terry.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
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Lee was a brilliant choice to interview, his writing is incredible. I learnt a lot from him, reading his wonderful stories, especially with dialect. I use it a lot because of him. I don't think I could ever write the short stories he does, he's second to none, and so darned good at it. This has been a great interview because he has given out many of his tips for writing, which I will put to use. Well done, Terry, this was a very interesting post from one of FSs greats. :)) Sandra xxx

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2022


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2022
    Sandra, thank you, I agree with everything you said about him. Terry.
Comment from Carolyn Dooley
Exceptional
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Thank you for sharing your interview story with Humpwhistle. He has a brilliant mind. His writing dates back to high school. It is too bad his computer was hacked. He lost his Part two of Chicago Man. With his memory, it will return to him. I enjoyed reading your story and his answers. Have a great day.

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2022


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2022
    Carolyn, thank you for the six stars!!! He was gracious to do the interview. Terry.
Comment from Debbie Pope
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Thank you for doing this. I am such a fan of Humpwhistle. He gave you a good interview. He sidestepped most questions, but I was able to pick my way through his answers, gleaning some writing tips. I knew the story about the A ok bra, but I did not know his real name.
I am going to check out your other interviews. Well done.

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2022


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2022
    Debbie, thank you for the review, he is indeed crafty! Terry.
Comment from Fleedleflump
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This was a highly entertaining read. There's an art to answering interview questions, and this finds that balance between straight answer and having some fun. Thanks for arranging, Terry!

Mike

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2022


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2022
    Mike, you are right. He did for a fact! Thanks for reading. Terry