Computer or Paper
Computer for writing and paper for illustrating. I use a bit of paper (yellow legal pads) for notes and outlines for novels, but the bulk of writing is done on the computer. With my artwork I’m the opposite. I like the organic quality of pencil marks and brush strokes on paper, and then I finish up by scanning illustrations into my computer and tweaking them a bit in Photoshop.
Book or Ebook
Book. I love book design. But I recently bought a Nookcolor. There’s just not much on it yet. I can see myself being halfsies eventually. I have a habit of reading historical romance paperbacks in the tub, not so good for a Nook! Until they come out with the underwater version, anyways.
Spring or Fall
I love both spring and fall, but autumn wins. There’s something about the crisp air, the Maxfield Parrish twilight, and the vibrant warm hues that stirs my creativity. I’m also a big fan of The Nightmare Before Christmas. My Nightmare Before Christmas toy collection is out of control, but I still enjoy seeing what new items come out in the fall.
Left or Right
I’m right-handed but appreciate a left-hand path, so to speak. Moon over sun, silver over gold, romance over reason, intuition over logic (unless it ends up being costly, har).
Sweet or Salty
Sweet! I’m about ready to turn myself in to sugar rehab.
Cat or Dog
We have four awesome kitties, which probably officially qualifies us as Crazy Cat People. I would love to have a big dog too, like a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, but I married a Cat Man. Think Robert DeNiro & Jinxie in Meet the Parents and you’re close.
Austen or Dickens
Austen. What a brilliant, scathing wit. Yet she reasserts our common humanity at the same time she pokes fun.
Beach or Pool
Beach. Long beach walks are the best!
Night or Day
Both. I tend to get creative spurts at night. But I also appreciate the beauty of early morning and twilight.
Harry Potter or Twilight
Potter Potter Potter Potter Weasley Weasley!
