Ulanov Andrey: the story of one creative duo

Two characters, two opposing views on life, two completely different heroes came together in the novel "Plus to the minus." But what is surprising, despite the "difference" of the author's styles of two science fiction writers, it turned out to be a bright, lively work. Of course, as in any book in the genre of fantasy and detective, there are chases and harassment. But most importantly, it has understanding and wisdom. In a word, the acceptance of another person.

Mysterious author

The real name of the writer carefully conceals, writes under the pseudonym Andrei Ulanov. The author's biography is not known. Only a few facts. Andrey Ulanov was born on January 22, 1966 in Kiev. I entered RAU, but I did not finish my studies. Interested in small arms. He is fond of military history. Now he lives in the capital of Latvia - Riga.

Such different worlds

The creative debut of Andrei Ulanova was the novel "From America with Love". For this work, the author was awarded in 2005 "The Prize. Tita Libya ", which is awarded to science fiction writers for achievements in an alternative historical format. Ulanov Andrey books writes in the genre of combat fantasy, alternative history and fantasy. His works with humor, where often there are facts of military history. The first books he wrote in co-authorship with V. Serebryakov.

But incredible success brought a creative tandem with Olga Gromyko, a writer from Belarus. Olga writes briskly, brightly, with details. Books are very easy to read, they are distinguished by irony, often turning into sarcasm. The main characters of her books are trolls, witches, werewolves, vampires, dragons. As an author, Olga made her debut in 2003 with the novel "Profession: Witch", received for him the "Sword Without a Name" prize.

Creative tandem

Two science fiction writers, Andrei Ulanov and Olga Gromyko, each with their own style, methods and favorite themes, choose a completely different genre. Their readers were waiting for a surprise - from the fantasy in their joint novel there is not much left. The novel "Plus on a minus" is more likely a love story, a detective story and an action drama. She is a "fifa-blonde," which destroys people's conflicts and is deceived by her beloved. He - a hero who returned from the war, "slightly shifted," in addition, he betrayed the girl. But now they are partners.

Their reluctance to work together does not bother anyone - snap at each other in their spare time, and work, whatever one may say, will be together. Of course, only work did not stop there. At the first joint exit they get into a mess, and at a free time we have to put a cross. Together they will hide from murderers, police and their own superiors. Together they will search for reasons, clues and understand who and why they were involved in this matter.

It turned out that "FIFA" perfectly drives a car, perfectly owns a mat, loves fishing and is not afraid to go into reconnaissance. And next to the "contused psycho" is reliable and calm. He knows how to not only get a rabbit, but also to cook a delicious stew from it. She knows the habits of the undead, he has combat experience. Yes, they are perfect partners!

In this detective story, every nonessential detail will play its role. But, given that the detective is also "ironic", the characters will do a lot of stupid things. How else? If the main character is a blonde. It should be noted that the authors Andrew Ulanov and Olga Gromyko remarkably "played their characters." In this novel and the pursuit, and the search for evidence, and the difficulty with the undead, and even a happy love. But the essence of the work is not this.

First of all, here is the understanding and acceptance of another person. About how difficult it is to be around quite different people. Love is not "for", but "in spite of". Quarrel and save from stray bullets, put up and insist on his own. Two heroes, two opposing characters, two views of life from different angles. "Plus on a minus" is more likely not addition, and multiplication of strong sides of authors. Ulanov Andrey and Olga Gromyko are worthy of all praise for an unusual creative approach and a wonderful novel.

The idea and process of writing

The idea of co-authorship belongs to Andrei Ulanov. One day he, by the way, suggested writing a joint book. Since the case took place at the convention, there were always some brothers around the pen, it was not possible to discuss the idea. Further promises it did not go. Ulanov Andrey worked on the "Princess Sergeant", Olga - on the "Flower of the Kamaleinika."

Having finished work on another book in the genre of fantasy, Olga thought about it - she wanted diversity. I caught a file with sketches of text. So, small notes, and throw out a pity. I knocked at Andrei's "Mail.Ru Agent". He hesitated. He has experience of writing joint books, but it's one thing if the co-author lives a few minutes from you. It is quite another to write with a man who is also "in several", but the hours of flight.

Once again, when Olga "knocked" at the Agent with his idea, he agreed. Agreed on a joint story, and she sent him the first piece of text. Ulanov Andrey answered. Olga read, looked - liked. So a piece by piece, page by page, they wrote. As the authors recall, "fun began," worked almost around the clock, but it's very exciting - you not only write your own, but read someone's text.

Perhaps, the most difficult was to put up with someone else's style, recall co-authors. Olga tried to rewrite for Andrei, customized for her text, but the charisma of the main character disappeared without a trace. Most of the dialogues are written in the "Agent" - a replica after the replica. As a result, through several chapters of his creation, the co-authors observed with pleasure how the difference of styles complements each other, and as a result, a voluminous, luxurious "picture" is obtained.

"Kosmobolukhi" is another remarkable novel created by the creative duet Olga Gromyko - Ulanov Andrey.