The overwhelming triumph of the international multimedia conglomerate has resulted in less diversity within the field and has made it much harder for newer writers not only to break in, but to make any kind of a living while doing so. Alan Dean Foster breakconglomeratediversity share on social
How much research I have to do depends on the nature of the story. For fantasy, none at all. Alan Dean Foster dependfantasynature Change image and share on social
I hear entire symphonies, oratorios, in my head, but I can't write a note. Alan Dean Foster entireheadhear Change image and share on social
Growing up, I never gave a thought to being a writer. All I ever wanted to be was a traveler and explorer. Science-fiction allowed me to go places that were otherwise inaccessible, which is why I started reading it. I was going to be a lawyer, but I got saved. Alan Dean Foster allowexplorerfiction share on social
I have a bad tendency to get rapidly bored with my own material, so rewriting is hard for me. I mean, I already know the story and would rather read something new. Alan Dean Foster badborehard Change image and share on social
Besides the mistakes that are pointed out, I love the way readers become involved with the characters. When readers start asking about character motivations instead of concentrating on the special effects, it means you're connecting with them on a personal level. Alan Dean Foster characterconcentrateconnect share on social
I see the Jedi mission as giving up a normal life in exchange for protecting the innocent. It's a life of sacrifice. There are rewards, but also a certain degree of sterility. Alan Dean Foster degreeexchangegive Change image and share on social
I enjoy listening to classical music and heavy metal. I play basketball and try to go diving at least once a year. I don't really have hobbies in the traditional sense... I engage in too many activities already through the actions of my characters. Alan Dean Foster actionactivitybasketball share on social
Getting inside the mind of a terrorist wasn't difficult at all. Even as children, human beings fabricate elaborate revenge fantasies. We're not a particular species. Check out popular video games. Alan Dean Foster beingcheckchild Change image and share on social
Don't try to write to the trend of the moment. Alan Dean Foster momenttrendwrite Change image and share on social
