20 Questions with Author John Howell

I have been honored by Don Massenzio today on his 20 Questions feature post. Don is one of the most informative bloggers, and if you follow him, you will find a wealth of information about writing and blogging. He is also a talented author so check out his books while you are there. Thank you , Don, for this feature.

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Today we sit down with author and blogger John Howell. He is also my hero of sorts becoming a full-time writer after many years in business. This is something I am working toward in the next ten years or so.

Please enjoy this very interesting 20 questions session with accomplished author and blogger, John W. Howell.

Q1) When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?

I guess the first real desire to be a write hit me in college. I remember my friends and I trying to decide what we really wanted to do. I wrote a few poems and short stories and thought that this would be a great way to make a living. Unfortunately, the practical world rose its ugly head, and I sold my soul to Procter and Gamble.

Q2) How long does it typically take you to write a book?

I write one-thousand…

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18 comments

coldhandboyack · May 23, 2016 - 8:07 am ·

I was just over there and left you a comment.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2016 - 8:13 pm ·
  
  Saw it. Thanks.
  
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Jill Weatherholt · May 23, 2016 - 8:36 am ·

Great interview, John. I like to write while listening to music also…people think I’m weird. 🙂 I did hear that Queen’s “We Will Rock You,” is one of the best songs to get your creative juices going…something about the base.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2016 - 8:10 pm ·
  
  I’m all about the base, about the base, no treble. I agree with you. 🙂
  
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  1. Jill Weatherholt · May 24, 2016 - 5:37 am ·
    
    LOL!
    
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    1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2016 - 7:41 am ·
      
      🙂
      
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madamtruefire1 · May 23, 2016 - 9:38 am ·

On the Beach? Mine too….esp the Waltzing Matilda scene at the trout stream. Queen, oh my, now you gave me a new idea. I love Gordon Lightfoot but Queen just may pick up my step. Great interview, guru John.g

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2016 - 8:07 pm ·
  
  You gotta go with Queen. Thanks, Geri.
  
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Teagan Geneviene · May 23, 2016 - 1:57 pm ·

Marvelous for a Monday! (“Gord” is always gold to me.) Clicking over now. Hugs.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2016 - 8:01 pm ·
  
  🙂
  
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Don Massenzio · May 24, 2016 - 7:40 am ·

Thanks again for participating in my interview series. The response was very strong. It was a pleasure having you.

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1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2016 - 10:38 am ·
  
  The pleasure was all mine, Don. Thank you so much for the opportunity.
  
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  1. Don Massenzio · May 24, 2016 - 12:54 pm ·
    
    You’re welcome any time.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2016 - 3:46 pm ·
      
      🙂
      
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dalecooper57 · May 27, 2016 - 4:30 am ·

You used to write exclusively to Queen CDs ????!!!

Well, I think congratulations are in order, that would have driven me completely insane on the first day.

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1. John W. Howell · May 27, 2016 - 7:50 am ·
  
  I can imagine. It was the idea of white noise that caused me to choose Queen. The beat was there and no need to really listen.
  
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  1. dalecooper57 · May 27, 2016 - 8:14 am ·
    
    There has NEVER been a need for anyone to listen to Queen.
    Ever.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · May 27, 2016 - 2:47 pm ·
      
      Now Dale. Not everyone has your refined sense of music.
      
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