I think we met at WonderCon, thats the first time we ever encountered one another.
Mafi, who wrote the beloved YA seriesShatter Me, clarified their initial encounter.
I still have that book.
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We embraced it, but it was not our idea exactly, said Riggs of the timing.
We would be like ships passing in the night.
But we actually have the same publisher and editor who worked it out.
As far as their day-to-day writing processes, both authors shared that they have different approaches to the medium.
Ransom wakes up in the morning and jumps in the shower, she said.
He doesnt even check his email in bed.
Riggs sees the importance in his wifes writing style though, pointing out how her characters turn out.
She will dig into the characters mind and soul and start the story there, said Riggs.
I give a shot to do that too, but thats a great way to honor your character.
But the pair wont be slowing down anytime soon.
Riggs recentlyannounced a new trilogy forMiss Peregrineand Mafiss already at work on a sequel toFurthermore.
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