Alex Ryder

Interview With Author Alex Ryder

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
So far, I’ve managed to crank out three books under “The F*cking Frustrations Chronicles: Where Everything Went Wrong”. Because let’s face it, life doesn’t always go according to plan, and sometimes the only thing you can do is laugh through the pain (and maybe scream a little).
Here’s the lineup:
I Can’t Find My Orders: Where the F*ck Is My Order! — for when your online shopping delivery seems to have taken a detour to another dimension.
I Can’t Find It: Where the F*ck Are My Keys?! — for those ‘did I leave them in the fridge?’ moments.
I Can’t Sleep: Go the F*ck to Sleep — for when your mind is a never-ending loop of “what ifs,” and your bed feels like it’s in a whole other time zone when you finally need to crash.
Each of these books is an unfiltered, laugh-out-loud take on the everyday frustrations that make us want to throw our hands up and yell, ‘WHERE THE F*CK IS EVERYTHING?!’ If you’ve ever had one of those ‘I can’t adult today’ moments, then you’ll totally vibe with this series.

What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The latest book in my series I’m working on is “I Can’t Believe I Just Said That: What the F*ck Was I Thinking?!” — and if you’ve ever had a conversation where you literally wanted to crawl under a rock after, then this one’s for you. It’s basically an all-you-can-eat buffet of awkward moments, verbal disasters, and those soul-crushing instant regrets that hit you way after the fact. You know, those times when your mouth goes full rogue, and your brain’s still stuck in ‘oops’ mode.

I was inspired by the constant cringe I’ve felt after saying something wildly inappropriate or just plain dumb, and I thought, ‘You know what? Let’s turn this into a whole book.’ So, if you’ve ever had that post-conversation freak-out at 3 a.m. — questioning every word you just said — then congratulations, you’re officially a member of the ‘What the F*ck Was I Thinking?!’ club.”

Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Well, my writing habits are pretty much as chaotic as the title of my series suggests. I’ve been known to write while wearing mismatched socks, sipping on wine (because adulting is hard), and Googling ‘how to keep a straight face during a breakdown.’ I also talk to my characters like they’re real people—sometimes they’re the only ones who understand my frustration with a forgotten coffee order or the fact that I’ve lost my keys again. Oh, and I never write in silence. There’s always some playlist of angry, therapeutic music blasting in the background, because if I’m going to be frustrated, my characters better be too.

What authors, or books have influenced you?
Oh, plenty! For starters, I’m a huge fan of books that don’t sugarcoat life’s chaos — authors who embrace the messiness, like David Sedaris and his hilarious and brutally honest observations about the human experience. Also, Jenny Lawson — her ability to turn awkwardness and mental health struggles into something that’ll make you laugh ’til you cry is “chef’s kiss”.
I guess you could say I’ve been influenced by anyone who makes you laugh through the chaos, while reminding you that it’s all part of the wild ride called life.

What are you working on now?
Right now, I’m plotting “I Can’t Believe I Slept With You: Where the F*ck Is My Dignity?!” — because, let’s face it, we’ve all had that one questionable decision that haunts us like an unpaid bill. This book will dive headfirst into the chaos of post-relationship regrets, questionable decisions, and the moments when you wake up, look around, and think, “What in the actual f*ck did I just do?” It’s gonna be brutally funny, awkwardly real, and probably make you cringe, but in the best possible way.

What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
My best method for promoting my books is keeping it simple and relying on the old-fashioned approach: word of mouth and sharing with people who get it. I connect with readers through conversations, whether it’s chatting in book communities or just spreading the word about the frustrations we all face. The goal is to create buzz one laugh at a time — because when life’s a mess, we all need a little humor to get through it!

Do you have any advice for new authors?
My best advice for new authors? Embrace the chaos. Writing is messy — sometimes the words flow, and sometimes they don’t, but that’s okay. Don’t be afraid to dive into the frustrations and imperfections of life; they’re often the funniest (and most relatable) parts. Also, don’t get hung up on perfection. Just get the words down, edit later, and never be afraid to laugh at yourself. Most importantly, keep writing — even when you think no one’s reading. Someone, somewhere will totally get it, and that’s what makes it all worth it.

What is the best advice you have ever heard?
The best advice I’ve ever heard? ‘Don’t take yourself too seriously.’ Life’s a mess, and so is writing. If you can’t laugh at the chaos — and yourself — what’s the point? Embrace the weird, the awkward, and the ‘What the f*ck did I just do?’ moments. They’re often the best stories. Plus, if you can laugh through the frustration, it makes it a whole lot easier to get through.

What are you reading now?
Right now, I’m reading whatever chaos I can get my hands on — mostly a mix of humor and self-help, because balance is key. I just picked up a book by David Sedaris, and I’m constantly laughing at how he can turn the everyday frustrations into something hilarious. I’m also diving into Mindy Kaling’s latest, because sometimes I need a good dose of sarcasm and wit to get through the madness of life. It’s all about finding that perfect blend of humor and reality, just like my own books!

What’s next for you as a writer?
What’s next? Well, I’m definitely not slowing down anytime soon. I’ve got more of “The F*cking Frustrations Chronicles” coming your way because, let’s face it, life never runs out of material. After “I Can’t Believe I Slept With You: Where the F*ck Is My Dignity?!”, I’ve got some wild ideas brewing — probably more awkward situations, more questionable decisions, and a whole lot more laughs. The goal is to keep turning life’s chaos into something people can laugh at, relate to, and think, “Wait, that’s me!”

If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
If I were stranded on a desert island, I’d probably bring a mix of survival and comfort reads — because I need to stay sane and entertained at the same time.
Bossypants by Tina Fey — I’d need something funny to distract me from the island’s lack of Wi-Fi, and Tina’s sarcasm is the perfect island companion.
The Dictionary — Because if I’m stranded, I might as well learn some new words, right? Plus, I could just keep flipping through it for fun.
And lastly, a survival guide — because, you know, being practical might come in handy when the coconut water runs out.

 

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