Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a Kenyan author and poet with works in contemporary romance and poetry. So far, I have written three books. My first book was By Fate and Blood, a romance novel. Later, I wrote a poetry series called A Century Poems. I have published two books in the series, I am working on the last one.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is “The Universe Lives In Me”, which is the second book in my poetry series. I set out to write one poetry book, but after completing it, I felt that I had a lot more to share. My main inspiration for this book was to share the African lifestyle, modern living and other themes that cut across the lives of all human beings.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Yes. I can stay for a while without writing what you would call serious work. Then, on a slow weekend at home, I can lock myself in and churn out huge volumes of work. The Monday after that is always fantastic!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Danielle Steel and John Grisham have influenced my style. Edgar Poe influenced my creative pursuits, and Tim Ferriss taught me what it means to have a crazy work ethic.
What are you working on now?
I am working on two projects right now. First, I am finishing up on the third book in my “A Century Poems” series. Second, I am working on my other novel. Planning to have them out here by end of 2018.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I promote my books on my website and my Facebook page. That’s where I get to share with most of my readers.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Yes. I have a quote I wrote and I believe in: Good writing is like riding a bicycle; it’s not easy to learn, but it gets easier with time. However, it’s never “easy”. Always pedal and never lose focus.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
I read it in some book. The next Bill Gates will not build an operating system. The next Larry Page or Sergey Brin won’t make a search engine. And the next Mark Zuckerberg won’t create a social network. If you are copying these guys, you aren’t learning from them.
What are you reading now?
Bare: The Blesser’s Game by Jackie Phamotse
What’s next for you as a writer?
Write more.
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?
Tools of Titans by Tim Ferriss, Tao of Seneca and Plutocrats by Chrystia Freeland.
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