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For every book that I write... I develop a history for each person and make sure they are well rounded and flawed. You have to know everything about them from their shoe size, to where they went to school, to what their first pet was, to what they like to eat, to what they want out of life.

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In 'Me Before You,' the two characters popped into my head fully formed, which is really strange and unusual. Other books, I sit on them for two or three months. I have a whole routine: I buy a nice book; I hand-write all their characteristics. I put them through little tests just to see how they would react to things.

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Try to write at least 500 words a day. You may ditch 499 of them tomorrow, but you will still be moving forward.

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I wrote three books before I got one published. Most writers do. Have faith, and know that with each work you are getting better.

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Don't set pen to paper until you know your main characters inside out. Create files detailing their appearances, likes, dislikes, and personal background. You may not use all the information, but it is a crucial step in planning your story.

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I've always been a focused person who knows how to get what I want.

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Biography

Nationality: British

Type: Journalist

Born: August 4th, 1969

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