Episode Title: Dual Worlds: Writing for Adults and Children with John Skinner (aka A.B. Decker)
In this episode, I sit down with John Skinner, the multifaceted writer behind both beloved children’s stories and gripping adult fiction penned under the name A.B. Decker. We explore the duality of his writing career and the creative shifts that come with writing for two very different audiences.
Here’s what we cover:
✍️ The Origin of A.B. Decker: Why John chose a pen name for his adult fiction and how he navigates the transition between his identities as a children's and adult author.
📚 Inside "Flowers from the Black Sea" (2024): A look at his newest adult novel, what readers can expect, and how it evolves from his earlier work, The Dark Frontier.
🌍 German Influence: How John’s deep-rooted knowledge of German language and culture informs his stories—through themes, characters, or settings.
🕰️ The Writing Routine: What a typical day looks like for a writer who also wears business hats—and how he manages to stay creatively productive.
💡 Advice for Aspiring Authors: Especially those juggling a day job, John shares thoughtful advice on going from “dabbling in writing” to making the leap toward publication.
Whether you’re an aspiring writer or a fan of layered storytelling across genres, this episode offers real insight into the mindset of a writer living a literary double life.
My website: https://abdecker-skinner-books.com/
The Shrinking of Grin: https://mybook.to/VQMxTxS
(CAAB Publishing, https://www.caabpublishing.co.uk/
Flowers from the Black Sea: https://mybook.to/LypO4T
(The Book Guild https://bookguild.co.uk/)
The Dark Frontier https://mybook.to/Zn6G5
