How Writers Get Ideas as Told by One Traveler and Author
Linda Ballou is a novelist and traveler who authored many books. As such, she is no stranger on how get ideas. To expound on her works and travels she created the website: LindaBallouAuthor.com Among her most notable works are:
- Lost Angel Walkabout: One Traveler’s Tales
- Wai-nani, A Voice from Old Hawai’i
- The Cowgirl Jumped Over the Moon
Linda discusses her inspiration when creating exotic tales. She relates from first hand experience how traveling to different places and assimilating other cultures inspired her creativity.
From Journeys Abroad to Journals of Fiction
Linda is an adventure traveler who connects with the local population wherever she goes. Her well-researched articles appeared in: The Los Angeles Times, Northwest Travel, and the Specialty Travel Index. She contributes regularly to Real Travel Adventures and Travel World Magazine,
We Get Ideas from Within and Without
Many times writers search for answers withing themselves, which is fundamentally important, However, Linda shows that changing one’s environment can also set the stage. By broadening one’s horizons and differentiating beyond one’s own comfort zone, a new perspective arises. That is, by seeing things differently, a writer may help readers see different things.
James Lee, Futurist, Author. Information Writing