Writing Attributes of W.D. Valgardson

Typically, writing about ordinary people with ordinary lives doesn’t produce interesting fiction. To capture the attention of readers, authors may add extraordinary, futuristic, or supernatural elements to their writing. This is done to create a more entertaining and interesting story. W.D Valgardson does not add these elements to his writing but he transforms the lives of everyday ordinary people into interesting stories. He accomplishes this through his use of irony, his emphasis on …

…are all overcome with strong emotions. The reactions to the emotion seem uncharacteristic of these characters. Reflecting on Valgardson’s book, Bloodflowers, his application of irony, conflicting cultures, and overwhelming emotions, is evident in his stories. These attributes of Valgardson’s writing result in drama and tension in his character’s lives. Another result is the occurrence of unexpected twists in the plot. All of this transforms the lives of ordinary people into interesting fiction.