Is it hard to write a book?

Like most things in life, if it’s worth anything, it’s going to require some effort. Writing a book falls neatly into that category: it’s not particularly difficult to string words together, introduce some characters, follow some sort of plot and drop it into a setting somewhere, and eventually have a book. However, if you’re goalContinue reading “Is it hard to write a book?”

Where did you get the idea for this book?

This is one of the most common questions I get as an author, and the answer is pretty simple: most authors, myself included, write about what they know. So the first place I go when I’m seeking inspiration is my memory: Where have I gone? Who have I known? What have I experienced? Seen? Done?Continue reading “Where did you get the idea for this book?”

Two truths and a lie

*Note: if you haven’t yet read the “Connect with author Pete Hall” page on our website, you might want to go back and do that BEFORE you see which of the three achievements Pete actually did…and which he fibbed about. And without any further ado… …here’s the truth: A. In August of 2016, Pete completedContinue reading “Two truths and a lie”

A message to the young-adult readers

You’ve taken the first step. That’s how all journeys begin. So what’s next? Welcome to “Chasing the Show,” a story of goals and dreams and obstacles and confusion and growing up and relationships and heartache and glory. There are no swordfights or magic or dragons or castles, however. Just life – and all its amazingContinue reading “A message to the young-adult readers”

A message to the (not-so-young) adult readers

You’ve taken the first step. That’s how all journeys begin. So what’s next? Welcome to “Chasing the Show,” a story of goals and dreams and obstacles and confusion and growing up and relationships and heartache and glory. As an adult, no matter what your role is in a young person’s life, you’ve got obligations thatContinue reading “A message to the (not-so-young) adult readers”