The Gary Maclean Interview
An Interview with a FanStory writer.38 total reviews
Comment from Sarah Robin
I enjoyed reading your interview. Gary Maclean is truly an interesting man. Your interview painted a picture of him as a great man and a great writer. I can't wait to read some of his work. Sarah
reply by the author on 11-Aug-2022
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I enjoyed reading your interview. Gary Maclean is truly an interesting man. Your interview painted a picture of him as a great man and a great writer. I can't wait to read some of his work. Sarah
Comment Written 11-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 11-Aug-2022
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Sarah, thank you for reading. Gary is a good writer, and if you get a review from him, you will find it interesting. Terry.
Comment from Jasmine Girl
This is one of a few FS writers interviews I have read and it's one of the most interesting one. What a life Gary has lived, what a struggle and what triumphant. I found many writers here or anywhere had a somewhat difficult childhood or life. I think writing is a great therapy. It has been for me for many years.
Well done.
reply by the author on 10-Aug-2022
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This is one of a few FS writers interviews I have read and it's one of the most interesting one. What a life Gary has lived, what a struggle and what triumphant. I found many writers here or anywhere had a somewhat difficult childhood or life. I think writing is a great therapy. It has been for me for many years.
Well done.
Comment Written 09-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 10-Aug-2022
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Thank you for reading and reviewing. Your observations may be right for a lot of writers. I appreciate the kind words. Terry.
Comment from Ric Myworld
I have enjoyed everyone of your interviews and learned a little something about all the talented writers you've written about. I've had the pleasure of reading some of Gary's post and he's a find asset to our community. Of course, everyone knows I need a pocket editor or two. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 10-Aug-2022
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I have enjoyed everyone of your interviews and learned a little something about all the talented writers you've written about. I've had the pleasure of reading some of Gary's post and he's a find asset to our community. Of course, everyone knows I need a pocket editor or two. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 09-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 10-Aug-2022
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Ric, thank you for reviewing. You may need a pocket editor. I need someone with a dump truck! Gary is the best eagle eye I have seen. Terry.
Comment from JamesW019
I really like this. How you started interviewing different well-known people from this site and getting to know them better for the rest of us is an inspired idea. I think the length and the amount of questions is perfect, it gives me information and background on a writer that I wouldn't know through his writing alone. One of the best and most creative ways to use this platform in my opinion. Maybe I'm just easily impressed.
reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022
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I really like this. How you started interviewing different well-known people from this site and getting to know them better for the rest of us is an inspired idea. I think the length and the amount of questions is perfect, it gives me information and background on a writer that I wouldn't know through his writing alone. One of the best and most creative ways to use this platform in my opinion. Maybe I'm just easily impressed.
Comment Written 09-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022
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James, thank you for the six stars!!! I think you may be giving me a big head...at least its bald, Thank you. Terry.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Another very good interview, Terry.
-You asked good questions, and Gary
was very honest with his answers.
-He didn't shy away from things in his past,
and seemed to take things in stride and learn from them.
-The family dynamics were interesting, as well
as his approach to reviewing.
-I also liked the section about his current family,
and family get togethers that are inclusive.
-Thanks for sharing another informative interview.
reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022
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-Another very good interview, Terry.
-You asked good questions, and Gary
was very honest with his answers.
-He didn't shy away from things in his past,
and seemed to take things in stride and learn from them.
-The family dynamics were interesting, as well
as his approach to reviewing.
-I also liked the section about his current family,
and family get togethers that are inclusive.
-Thanks for sharing another informative interview.
Comment Written 09-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022
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Pam, thank you for reading the interview about an interesting man. He is a good writer and reviewer and asset to FanStory, Terry.
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You are very welcome, Terry. He is very interesting.
Comment from Frank Malley
It's always interesting to read an interview with an experienced writer, and for the most part, the interviewer in this piece asks functional questions. Of special interest are his questions regarding the FB experience, and Maclean's answers and comments are honest and understandable.
There are a few problems with the formatting and punctuation in this piece which I suspect Maclean would've noticed. These aren't important; what is important is that many better questions could've been asked, inquiring about the interviewee's reading experiences and favorite authors, and about details of his unusual childhood.
reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022
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It's always interesting to read an interview with an experienced writer, and for the most part, the interviewer in this piece asks functional questions. Of special interest are his questions regarding the FB experience, and Maclean's answers and comments are honest and understandable.
There are a few problems with the formatting and punctuation in this piece which I suspect Maclean would've noticed. These aren't important; what is important is that many better questions could've been asked, inquiring about the interviewee's reading experiences and favorite authors, and about details of his unusual childhood.
Comment Written 09-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022
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Frank, thank you very much for reading and reviewing the interview. Gary is an interesting fellow, a good writer, and reviewer. A problem for me with the interviews is the length. It would be real easy for the interview to get too long for anyone to read.
I try to focus on what I think is the most interesting aspect of the person's writing influences or interests. And in Gary's case, I felt I needed to cover his reviews. The questions you mentioned are good ones, but I felt limited by the length of the interview.
Gary did have a very unusual childhood. My purpose in the interview was to introduce that topic and call attention to it. Gary had written several chapters of a book about his experiences. I hope that people who are interested in more information will take a look at his writing on the subject. It is fascinating. Thank you, Terry.
Comment from Fleedleflump
This was an interesting interview with someone who writes similarly to me - following a thought as it grows and journeys. I only know Gary as someone who'll find the nits worth picking, so it was good to learn some background.
Mike
reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022
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This was an interesting interview with someone who writes similarly to me - following a thought as it grows and journeys. I only know Gary as someone who'll find the nits worth picking, so it was good to learn some background.
Mike
Comment Written 09-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022
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Mike, thank you for reading. I do see some comparisons to you and Gary. Just as an aside. I am always glad when Gary has read and 'nit picked' what I write, before you read it, because I get to correct it...I am thinking, whew! Thanks, Terry.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a great job with your interview, Terry. I enjoyed
reading it. Your questions were interesting, and it's evident
you prepared ahead of time. I liked the way you formatted
the lines. Readers were given some great insight into the mind
of Gary Maclean. Your work had a nice, comfortable feel to it from
both the interviewer and the interviewee.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022
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You did a great job with your interview, Terry. I enjoyed
reading it. Your questions were interesting, and it's evident
you prepared ahead of time. I liked the way you formatted
the lines. Readers were given some great insight into the mind
of Gary Maclean. Your work had a nice, comfortable feel to it from
both the interviewer and the interviewee.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
Comment Written 08-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022
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Jan, thank you for your kind comments. Gary is a pleasure to work with and his writing is worth reading, and I for one appreciate his reviews. Terry.
Comment from Judy Lawless
This is another fascinating interview, Terry. I'm not familiar with Gary's work, but now I'm inspired to check it out. Thanks so much for sharing this with us.
reply by the author on 08-Aug-2022
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This is another fascinating interview, Terry. I'm not familiar with Gary's work, but now I'm inspired to check it out. Thanks so much for sharing this with us.
Comment Written 08-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 08-Aug-2022
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Judy, thank you for reading. He is an interesting writer and reviewer. I think you might enjoy his work. Terry.
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You?re most welcome, Terry.
Comment from Tpa
Again, I marvel on your writing. Through your articles, I get an overhaul appreciation of knowing the people on this site and the many that gives you helpful criticism in improving our writings such as the person you have written this time.
reply by the author on 08-Aug-2022
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Again, I marvel on your writing. Through your articles, I get an overhaul appreciation of knowing the people on this site and the many that gives you helpful criticism in improving our writings such as the person you have written this time.
Comment Written 08-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 08-Aug-2022
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TPA, if you get a review from Gary, I think you will find it thoughtful and helpful. Thank you for reading. Terry.