Author Interview : Ross Welford, author of 'The Dog Who Saved the World'

Ross Welford (from Twitter)

Read up,  Interview with Ross Welford, author of 'The Dog Who Saved the World'. In this interview, he tells us, how the entire series first began, how he came up with the core idea and developed it, which book is coming from his desk next, what he thought was different about his book, which particular story, he felt most close to, any suggestions for anyone who is coming with a book next, his favourite authors and books, what he does on a daily basis, and much more, Folks…

 

How did ‘The Dog who saved the World’ happen? Could you describe the journey?  

It’s not really a “journey”.  I have a contract with Harper Collins to write books, so I write them!  This is the first in a new three-book deal.

How did you come up with the core idea and develop it? 

I started with an idea of a girl who could see into the future, but that developed into the story of a girl who tried out a virtual reality time-machine.  A lot of my stories start quite differently from how they end up.

What according to you is different about your book?

This one is set in the near-future.  It is not specified, but in my head it’s about ten years from now.  That was fun – and difficult!

Are the books’ characters like anybody you know in real life?

No, not really.  Likewise the dogs, they’re all made up!

What was the most challenging part about writing the book?

Finishing it.  Always finishing it!

What book is coming from your desk, next? When do you see it released?

I am writing a book about aliens coming to earth, and it will be published next January.

Who was it that told you that you could become the author, you are today? 

No one.

Do you have any suggestions for anyone who is looking to publish a book?

Most people who’d like to be published writers never actually finish their book.  It lies in a drawer (or, more likely, on a computer) unfinished and unedited.  So, if you finish it, re-write it and get it edited (professionally, if possible) then you’ll already be WAY ahead of the game.

William Boyd

Who are your favourite authors and why?

William Boyd is brilliantly versatile, he is very difficult to fit into a “genre” but his books are always captivating.  Harper Lee wrote my favourite book, 'To Kill A Mockingbird'. Sadly, she only wrote the one.  (I draw a discreet veil over the dreadful 'Go Set A Watchman').

What else do you do on a daily basis?

I walk my dog, play the piano, and practice magic. (I recently became a member of the Magic Circle).

You can Read the Review and Buy the Book, here as well.