I found this article intriguing.  "Before I start writing anything, I have to be able to sit down and verbally tell someone the story in a couple of minutes." -R.P.  He has the "crudest of outlines," with "big gaps between particular incidents."  He also says he opts for dialogue whenever possible in any given scene, which is probably why his works are so dynamic.  Finally, I really liked what he said about not enjoying writing.  "Deadlines help," he says.  How he compares writing to other art forms made me realize just how much effort it takes to be a writer.  We should all be giving each other pats on the back for choosing this profession!  It certainly isn't easy.

--Nick K.