title: Why I Write: Thoughts on the Craft of Fiction
author: Will Blythe
description: "By turns cantankerous and dreamy, and an inspiration to writers and readers alike -- a living monument to the vitality and value of the writing life". -- KIRKUS REVIEWS
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  # [Praise for  
  David Dalglish](toc.xhtml#Ref_21594a)
  
  
  “A fast-paced, page-turning ride with a great, likeable main character in
  Devin Eveson. It’s the definition of entertaining.”
  
  
  —John Gwynne, author of _Malice_ , on _Soulkeeper_
  
  
  “A dark and lush epic fantasy brimming with magical creatures and terrifying
  evil.… Dalglish’s worldbuilding is subtle and fluid, and he weaves the
  history, magical workings, and governance of his world within the
  conversations and camaraderie of his characters. Readers of George R. R.
  Martin and Patrick Rothfuss will find much to enjoy here.”
  
  
  — _Booklist_ on _Soulkeeper_
  
  
  “A soaring tale that nails the high notes. _Skyborn_ had me gazing heavenward,
  imagining what could be.”
  
  
  —Jay Posey, author of _Three_
  
  
  “Dalglish raises the stakes and magnitude, demonstrating his knack for no-
  holds-barred, wildly imaginative storytelling and worldbuilding.”
  
  
  — _Publishers Weekly_ on _Shadowborn_
  
  
  “Dalglish concocts a heady cocktail of energy, breakn