Inking Ink 4 – an interview with Poetic Gawdess

Tonight, my guest writer, is Poetic Gawdess (P.G.) who has a flair for getting my attention, finding her a  mystery behind a veil of noir, composing.

Question 1: Does the ink come to you, are do you go to the well?

P.G. : Honestly, probably both. There are times when it comes to me in a moment of inspiration, and there are other times when I have to go to the well and search for it. I will sit on a piece for a while until I feel that it is “perfect” to share with you all.

Question 2: Do you consider yourself a “free spirit,” when writing?

P.G. : Yes, I do. I consider myself a free spirit because when I write I am my most authentic self. I do not live in a world where I am scrutinized for the things I so choose to write about. Whatever my heart desires, I write and cannot bother to care about anything else. I feel free, and I feel as though my writing speaks to that as well.

Question 3: How best would you describe your style in writing?

P.G. : I would say that my style in writing is pretty fluid and versatile. While I do write a lot of erotica, I can transition to other forms of ink. I believe that any piece that I write is a reflection of what I am feeling at that moment. I can write sexy, descriptive erotic poetry or stories that will have you frothing at the mouth. I can write sad poetry that will tug at your heart strings and make you feel it. I can write psychological poetry and stories that will mindfuck you in ways you never thought possible. All of that to say, when the moment is charitable enough, I feel as though I can write just about anything.

Question 4: Are you an avid reader, and who is your favorite novelist?

P.G. :I am an avid reader. That’s a tough question because I do have so many, but I’ll have to give my favorite author to James Patterson solely on his complexity of writing styles and the fact that he doesn’t restrict himself to one genre.

Question 5: What are your feelings, regarding censorship in writing?

P.G. :Where I live, freedom of speech is a birth right. And so I feel that if you try to suppress one’s writing, you are also trying to suppress their rights. You have a voice, and you have every right to utilize it in the ways that you want to express it. Without censorship, and without limits!

Question 6: When does erotica become pornography, in your view?

P.G. : When described in great detail. If you can picture it in your mind’s eye because of a few descriptive words and phrases, then it’s just as good as watching a movie. In the words of a wise woman, “I don’t watch porn, I read it like a fucking lady.”

Question 7: Have you ever written prose…mystery, romance or horror?

P.G. : I will say I’ve tried my hand at suspense and horror, turns out I’m better at reading it than writing it. I do have a few in the archives, but they’re just for my eyes only.

Question 8: Do you, consider yourself, creative?

P.G. :Yeah, I do consider myself creative. Not only in writing but in other ways because I tend to think outside the box. I like finding innovative solutions when solving problems.

Question 9: Has a piece of writing ever “haunted” you? Has your own writing haunted you?

P.G. : Oh absolutely. I’ve been through some pretty dark times in my life, and I’ve written some things that will never see the light of day solely on the fact that, that person isn’t me anymore. I’ve been burned numerous times, but like the Phoenix, I have risen from the ashes anew.

Question 10: What keeps you writing?

P.G. : My love for the art. My supporters. And the sense of peace that it brings me. As someone who deals with clinical depression and anxiety, it truly is my escape. It’s what keeps me going on a daily basis, and I am thankful for that alone.