The Gary Maclean Interview
An Interview with a FanStory writer.38 total reviews
Comment from Tom Horonzy
Sounds like an interesting person but likely younger than the normal authors I find herein who haven't the energy to pine away writing novels, or planning for their future.
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
  |
Sounds like an interesting person but likely younger than the normal authors I find herein who haven't the energy to pine away writing novels, or planning for their future.
Comment Written 07-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
-
Tom, thank you for your usual insightful review. I think you might like what you read, take a look. Terry.
Comment from nomi338
This is a wonderful article about what appears to be to me at least, a fabulously interesting author. We here at FanStory are truly blessed to have a members, dynamic writers with skills that run the gamut. Whatever a budding writer may need, he will probably find. That is if he is willing to remove an over developed sense of pride and listen to advice designed to help him improve. My own writing skills have improved beyond measure since I have joined. As I am well aware that my journey is no where near complete, I hope to continue learning from those of you who are great teachers and advisors. Thank you for these really wonderful interviews.
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
 |
This is a wonderful article about what appears to be to me at least, a fabulously interesting author. We here at FanStory are truly blessed to have a members, dynamic writers with skills that run the gamut. Whatever a budding writer may need, he will probably find. That is if he is willing to remove an over developed sense of pride and listen to advice designed to help him improve. My own writing skills have improved beyond measure since I have joined. As I am well aware that my journey is no where near complete, I hope to continue learning from those of you who are great teachers and advisors. Thank you for these really wonderful interviews.
Comment Written 07-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
-
Nomi, thank you for the six stars!!! I do think you will find Gary's work interesting, please take a look. Terry.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
That was really interesting, I really felt for Gary. A child doesn't need all that as he grows up, but I also have to admire his strength and fortitude in achieving what he has. And winning the Golden Quill, was a tremendous achievement. I thought you did a great job with your questions, Terry, another success for you, too! :)) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
|
That was really interesting, I really felt for Gary. A child doesn't need all that as he grows up, but I also have to admire his strength and fortitude in achieving what he has. And winning the Golden Quill, was a tremendous achievement. I thought you did a great job with your questions, Terry, another success for you, too! :)) Sandra xx
Comment Written 07-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
-
Sandra, thank you for reading. Gary is a guy that overcame a rough start, he is a talented writer and reviewer. Terry.
Comment from John Ciarmello
Another great review, Terry. He is undoubtedly an interesting guy. His reviewing techniques are different, and he has a particular style in his writing that is unique and recognizable. I've enjoyed what I've read of his work. Nice Job!
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
|
Another great review, Terry. He is undoubtedly an interesting guy. His reviewing techniques are different, and he has a particular style in his writing that is unique and recognizable. I've enjoyed what I've read of his work. Nice Job!
Comment Written 07-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
-
John, thank you very much, I know you have read some of his work, and I am delighted you agree with me thoughts. Terry
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
These interviews are fascinating. Robyn Corum used to do an occasional series that I entitled "ten impertinent questions" in my mind. She posted up the questions, and asked anyone to post their answers to a single set of questions. I think I would like to see you do one of those, culling your choice of questions from those expressed in the seven interviews. I'm sure it would be interesting and aatract interest in the community here. What do you think? Kate xx
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
|
These interviews are fascinating. Robyn Corum used to do an occasional series that I entitled "ten impertinent questions" in my mind. She posted up the questions, and asked anyone to post their answers to a single set of questions. I think I would like to see you do one of those, culling your choice of questions from those expressed in the seven interviews. I'm sure it would be interesting and aatract interest in the community here. What do you think? Kate xx
Comment Written 07-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
-
Kate, thank you for reading and reviewing. I keep thinking I am going to stop. The way I do these interviews is that I try to read a lot of the persons work, then the reviews they have given, and the reviews they have received. If after my "research" I think they might be interesting I will contact the person and ask if they would consent to an interview.
Some of my questions are the same for all, because I know that members want to know a few basics. I try to tailor some questions based on what I learned about them.
When I get their answers back, I will often ask another question or two, or I may delete an answer. Sometimes, I have to negotiate about the length, or whether to keep a question.
Everyone I have interviewed has been very helpful. I admire all of them.
I am aware of Robyn's questions. One of my interviewees had taken it and I used it as background on him.
This is long winded way of saying I think if I continue to do these interviews from time to time, I like that I try to make them a little personal. I hope the people I interview like that I have done some research on them. Just my opinion. thank you, Terry.
-
I'm sure they do. It sure seems a lotta work when you explain the process. guess I was being a bit naive. K
Comment from Jesse James Doty
Well, you have a way of making a writer sound interesting and Gary sounds like a decent guy.
I found no typos or misspellings so I am giving you a fiver.
The interview went a little too long for my taste but I easily read through to the end.
Keep improving your writing skills and with every interview, you write they will only get better every time.
Thanks for telling us about Gary!
Jesse
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
|
Well, you have a way of making a writer sound interesting and Gary sounds like a decent guy.
I found no typos or misspellings so I am giving you a fiver.
The interview went a little too long for my taste but I easily read through to the end.
Keep improving your writing skills and with every interview, you write they will only get better every time.
Thanks for telling us about Gary!
Jesse
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 07-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
-
Jesse, thank you for reading and finishing it. Some the interviewees are like racehorses coming out of the gate. They are hard to stop. I almost made a mistake with one Gary's questions. I wanted to edit it. But thankfully he talked me out of it,
With a minor change we saved a little length and allowed him to make some important points about reviewing. Thanks, Terry.
-
Yes, Gary made some controversial though important statements about reviewing.
Have a great day,
Jesse
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Thank you for sharing this new member with us, Gary Maclean. I read him for the first time the other day and was very interested in his writing. I have recently become a fan. I can't wait to read me. You're doing a good job introducing these authors to us.
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
|
Thank you for sharing this new member with us, Gary Maclean. I read him for the first time the other day and was very interested in his writing. I have recently become a fan. I can't wait to read me. You're doing a good job introducing these authors to us.
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 07-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
-
Barbara, thank you very reading, He is a very interesting and talented fellow. Terry.
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Fabulous! An interview of one of my favorite FanStory authors, 'by' one of my favorite FanStory authors.
Very well written. Very well interviewed. Very well interviewee-ed.
Thank you.
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
|
Fabulous! An interview of one of my favorite FanStory authors, 'by' one of my favorite FanStory authors.
Very well written. Very well interviewed. Very well interviewee-ed.
Thank you.
Comment Written 07-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 07-Aug-2022
-
Wayne, thank you for reading, and the six stars!!!. His background is interesting and he is a talented writer and editor. Terry.
