About Nathan Ogloff:
Nathan was born in New Westminster, British Columbia and has had a fascination with story ever since he
wrote a couple of pages to a time-travel book when he was in third-grade.
He believes we live in an interesting time that seems to be on the knife's edge between a spectacular
future or an abysmal landscape of decay. Through his stories that force us to take a deeper look at
ourselves, he aims to foster a world of mutual understanding.
Although not the most qualified guy to fix the world's problems, his writing just might give
those-that-are an idea of how to do it. When he's not writing, Nathan spends his time adding to his
ever increasing heavy-metal Spotify playlist and creating spaceships in Lego Studio.
What inspires you to write?
I had a story to tell, and no one would tell it but me. I'm the type of person who when I have an awesome idea, I have a burning desire to show it to people. Knowing that I can blow people away and potentially alter their life is definitely what drives me forward.
What authors do you read when you aren’t writing?
Dan Simmons, Larry Niven, Philip K Dick, Isaac Asimov, Michael Crichton, Frank Herbert, Arthur C Clarke, JRR Tolkien
Tell us about your writing process.
Everything is on my computer. I found out early on I was a plotter. I outlined my whole 2nd novel before I even started it. I have a document where I jot down notes. I also have map reference images that help me with figuring out the distance and travel time between regions.
I tend to organize everything to make it manageable. I also disconnect my internet when I write.
For Fiction Writers: Do you listen (or talk to) to your characters?
I write them as I see them in my head. So I guess that means listening?
What advice would you give other writers?
Be careful who you take advice from. Everyone has an opinion, but unless they are an author themself, or an agent, editor, or publisher, you should take their advice with a grain of salt.
As for the journey, it's been a long process of figuring out what not to do, and building a list of what to avoid.
How did you decide how to publish your books?
I tried finding an agent for over a year with no success. Last July, I decided to self-publish. It was a rollercoaster ride, but I figured it out.
I think new authors should consider self-publishing. The internet has put all the resources on our doorstep. If that seems like too much, at least consider smaller presses. They may not have the reach of the big 5, but because they have less clients, they tend to be able to help you more.
What do you think about the future of book publishing?
I've heard mixed things. Older authors say it's not like the way it used to be and it's harder now. Others praise the time we live in saying that the previous statement has always been uttered. They usually state the access to people and information the internet has given us. I agree.
Overall, AI has changed the game, but it's nothing we can't deal with. I think the biggest change is the shift away from traditional and the rise of indie authors.
What genres do you write?: Post-Apocalyptic / Dystopian / Sci-fi
What formats are your books in?: Both eBook and Print
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Link To Nathan Ogloff Page On Amazon
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