But I found point of view even more important. The tone for the scene is determined by the point of the view of the person describing that scene. This allowed me to paint a broader canvas than I could have if limited to only one point of view. The big surprise is that this story has so solid a base of historical record behind it. That's what's amazing to me.
Some authors say they find writing very easy.
I want to hit people who say they've never had writer's block. The trick is to keep on writing through the despair and trust that things will improve. I don't give up. I believe that writing is ninety-nine percent perspiration and one percent inspiration, but for inspiration to hit you have to be at your desk writing, whether or not you're in the mood. Joan armed herself with the power of knowledge.