The turning point was when I hit my 30th birthday. I thought, if really want to write, it's time to start. I picked up the book How to Write a Novel in 90 Days. The author said to just write three pages a day, and I figured, I can do this. I never got past Page 3 of that book. James Rollins 30thauthorbirthday share on social
I subscribe to 'National Geographic,' 'Scientific American,' 'Discover,' and a slew of other magazines. And it is while reading articles for pleasure and interest that an interesting 'What if?' will pop into my head. James Rollins americanarticlediscover share on social
Generally, if you preface an interview request with, 'I'm an author writing a book,' for some reason, that seems to open a lot of doors. James Rollins authorbookdoor Change image and share on social
Whenever I start a novel, I'm always looking for two things: a bit of science that makes me go 'what if?' and a piece of history that ends in a question mark. James Rollins biteendhistory Change image and share on social
Growing up with three brothers and three sisters, I was the storyteller of the family... what my mother called 'The Liar.' James Rollins brothercallfamily Change image and share on social
For some reason, some of my best solutions and ideas are triggered in those dark theaters, usually totally unrelated to what's going on onscreen. I also enjoy hiking in the foothills and mountains close to Sacramento. I always have to bring a pen and paper to jot down sudden thoughts and ideas. So inspiration arises from countless sources. James Rollins arisebringclose share on social