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With Grin, I knew I needed a title that could double duty. It’s the name of the book, but also the name of the arcade game inside the book. It’s short, simple, and hopefully intriguing for readers, especially when paired with that absolutely awesome cover.
What's in a name?
For me, names are always a gut feeling. I don’t spend a ton of time going through deeper meanings or trying to be overly symbolic with my character names, but they do have to feel right if that makes sense.
Danny is a sweet kid, but he’s also anxious and unsure of himself. Contrast that with Uncle Bill who is straight to the point, simple, and uncomplicated.
One fun bit of trivia about his friend Jodi… I don’t know where the name came from, but...[read on]
My Book, The Movie: Grin.
Q&A with D. W. Gillespie.
--Marshal Zeringue
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