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Interview With...JACOB COLLINS

Youthful, understated and with talent galore!!

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Comment from Michele Harber
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It's depressing when people so much younger than I am are so much more accomplished!

You did an excellent job in getting to his thought process and inspiration for his writing. He expresses himself very clearly in his answers, which bodes well for his writing, and should help encourage others to read it, as you intended. His love of writing most definitely shows through in his answers, and that, too, is likely to be an enticement to readers.

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2025


reply by the author on 27-Jan-2025
    I agree. He's quite impressive at any age, but especially so at not-even-thirty. But lucky us, right? We'll get to enjoy him a good, long time! xo
reply by Michele Harber on 27-Jan-2025
    So true.
Comment from Ulla
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That was a wonderful review. I have followed Jacob as much as possible and I really like what I'm reading. I also read a lot and like Jacob I love a good thriller. Thanks a lot for sharing this, Rachelle. Ulla xcx

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2025


reply by the author on 25-Jan-2025
    I'm so glad to read that you're already someone who is familiar with Jacob's work and talent! You have a lot in common, too! Thank you for letting me know and for this lovely review. xo
Comment from CrystieCookie999
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I am out of sixes, but this interview deserves one for sheer enthusiasm. I have read most of Jacob's posts but admit to being behind for the past 4 weeks and now have a goal to catch up on what he has written lately. And I am glad you asked what kind of books he likes best, because now I can look for that as well. Maybe I will go look up 'odour control units' as well. Seems to sound like what they would put in the restrooms or maybe by the garbage bins.

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2025


reply by the author on 24-Jan-2025
    Hahaha!! This is such a delightful review, CrystleCookie999! Thanks for the good laugh it evoked as well as the mention that Jacob has already been on your radar. Can't wait to see how you like 'Convicted.' Thank you very much for reading this interview! Xo
Comment from pome lover
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well, who could resist such a lead in to Convicted. Not I. Am going, lickity Split to start it right now.
What an interesting young man, and he'll probably get loads of new readers from you.
Good interview.
Katharine

 Comment Written 23-Jan-2025


reply by the author on 23-Jan-2025
    KATHARINE!! I've missed you!! Has everything been okay? I haven't seen you on here in a very long while now. I hope you're well. Thank you for this lovely review and agreeing to check out this terrific talent. I just know you are going to love his style! xoxox
reply by pome lover on 24-Jan-2025
    Greetings, Rachelle!
    All fine here. writing a lot. Did read Jacob's chapters - am all caught up except for today's. He does get you hooked, doesn't he?
    Been making cookies for the guys who are going to fix the leak in my pool. Hopefully they'll go easy on me :)
    Have wondered how you in your high heels handle this weather. We actually had snow and ice 2 days ago.
    Have had some stuff on FS's front page, but not today.
    Thanks for introducing us to young Mr, Collins. Take care,
    Katharine
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2025
    I'm thinking somehow I've lost you from my Fans list. It's happened with a couple others, too, this week: Jessica Wheeler, Miss Merri. What gives? A New Year's glitch? Anyway, I'll look into it and review your pieces. Xo
reply by pome lover on 24-Jan-2025
    sometime when I get on FS to review, the person's picture is gone. Don't know why. Sometimes mine is gone. gremlins!
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2025
    Picture thiefs!
Comment from Teri7
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Rachelle, Thank you for this great interview with Jacob 1395. I have read a little of his work and what I read was really great. This just reminds me to check him out more often. I wish Jacob the very best also! love and blessings, Teri

 Comment Written 23-Jan-2025


reply by the author on 23-Jan-2025
    Thank you so very much for this,Teri! I appreciate reading that you know his work already and think highly of it. And thank you, too, for saying that now you will be checking him out more frequently! I love the "team player" side of you very much. We all benefit when we work together like that. xoxox
Comment from F. William Lester
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Great interview. I'm envious of his youth, not so much in wishing I was younger, but more in wishing I had started writing in my youth. I'm planning on tapping into his portfolio and his book. It's got my attention. Thanks for the interview. Be well.

 Comment Written 23-Jan-2025


reply by the author on 23-Jan-2025
    I know exactly what you are saying about the "youth" aspect! I was in my forties before I started getting super serious and committed about writing. And here he is, not even thirty yet, and so good!! How about that 100 - 150 books read/year?!! YIIIIIIKES!! That just blew me away!

    Anyway, thank you for this really nice review. I appreciate it completely.
    xoxox
reply by F. William Lester on 23-Jan-2025
    You're welcome. The book number was a little stunning. Enjoy your weekend.
reply by the author on 23-Jan-2025
    Wasn't it, though? But obviously, it's what helped to make him such a good writer!! xoxo
Comment from Iza Deleanu
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Wow, I must good taste in picking what to read as his book already captured my attention. Thank you for sharing bits and pieces from the life of a new and young prominent writer.

 Comment Written 23-Jan-2025


reply by the author on 23-Jan-2025
    So glad you're already a fan!! Thanks for the nice review! Xo
Comment from patcelaw
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This is a very well written interview that you have with Jacob and he is indeed a very good writer, and I have listened to many of his. I met Jacob some months ago maybe a couple of years ago. May you have a wonderful day and I wish the very best for Jacob. Patricia.

 Comment Written 23-Jan-2025


reply by the author on 23-Jan-2025
    Thanks, Patricia! And I'm so happy to learn you are already a big fan of his! Thanks for this lovely review. Xo
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
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I've been reading Jacob's books for a couple of years now. He is so prolific; knowing how busy he is outside of FanStory, I'm even more amazed at all he's able to write!

Jacob, thanks for mentioning Save the Cat Writes a Novel - I'm going to check that out.

Jacob, you read how many books a year? You don't watch much television, do you?

Love Jacob's take on how to review others' work: constructive and kind.

Jacob, I hope you pick up a few more readers after this interview, and I will continue to read and review your fine work.

Thanks for putting Jacob in the limelight, Rachelle. Hopefully, your fun and informative interview will give him a boost.

xo
Pam

 Comment Written 23-Jan-2025


reply by the author on 23-Jan-2025
    That's like thanking me for eating ice cream!
Comment from judiverse
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You always pick the best-looking FS members for your interviews. In addition to talents, he is also good-looking. I am so glad there is a company working on odor control for restaurants. He'll probably be able to work out a schedule that allows time for writing. I like that his early inspiration was Harry Potter series. I am so disgusted at the way Rowling has been attacked even by members of the cast she made famous, just because she has expressed not-so-politically correct views. I am a fan of courtroom dramas--I'm reading one right now--so I'll probably be checking out Jacob's work. His thoughts about reviewing I definitely agree with. Your reviews are great. Although I question FanStory members interviewing other members, you certainly make it seem like you're in the room with the person you're interviewing. That's quite a talent. judi

 Comment Written 22-Jan-2025


reply by the author on 22-Jan-2025
    I just do interviews to bring talented writers to everyone's attention. That's funny that you think they're all good looking! Many of them I don't even see until they send me their pics.

    I'm glad you liked this one with Jacob. He's a sweetie.
reply by judiverse on 23-Jan-2025
    I am going to have to check him out. Sounds like he writes the genre I like. judi
reply by judiverse on 23-Jan-2025
    And his brother is an actor! What an impressive duo. judi
reply by the author on 23-Jan-2025
    True!!