I really love this classic Bob Larkin painting of Marvel’s DR. STRANGE because it’s a perfect metaphor for writers and the writing process. He’s sitting in a contemplative position physically, but his spirit–his astral self–is roaming free. That’s exactly what it feels like to write a novel…your body sits in one place but your mind is roaming free, exploring realms of imagination…and making cosmic connections with the truth of existence, if you’re lucky.
I’m working on a Big Weird Fantasy novel right now, hence the lack of posts on this blog the last couple of months. It’s the most ambitious project I’ve ever attempted, and I feel like Stephen Strange exploring bizarre, Ditko-esque realms of psychedelic fantasy. Watch me crush these Mindless Ones, y’all.
Here’s to you, Dr. Strange. I look forward to your impending cinematic debut.
Great analogy!
Hi Mr. Fultz,
Can’t wait to read it! Are you working with Ragnarok again on this one?
Hey, Brett! It’s too soon to tell. I have to finish writing the thing first! Cheers