Author Chat: John Ward

In this engaging conversation, Alyssa Marie interviews horror author John Ward about his upcoming book 'A Blackened Heart, A Blackened Soul.' They delve into the emotional depth of horror writing, the differences between middle grade and adult horror, and the personal experiences that inspired John's work. John shares insights into his writing process, the challenges of being an indie author, and his paranormal investigations, providing a fascinating look into the world of horror literature.TakeawaysJohn's new book is a grief horror story mixed with possession horror.He believes that writing middle grade horror helped him create impactful adult horror.The emotional journey of writing can be cathartic for authors.John's inspiration for his book comes from real-life paranormal experiences.He prefers to plot his stories to avoid plot holes.Writing routines can be inconsistent, especially for part-time authors.Paranormal investigations can lead to genuinely scary experiences.Grief horror resonates with readers on a deep emotional level.Imposter syndrome is a common struggle for authors, even after success.Engaging with readers personally can enhance the author-reader relationship.Chapters00:00 Introduction to John Ward and His New Book06:01 The Creative Process: Inspiration and Writing Style11:57 Writing Routine and Overcoming Challenges18:02 Future Projects and Themes in Horror28:01 Inspiration from Indie Authors33:06 The Paranormal and Haunted Objects46:10 Dream Investigations and Ideal Locations