Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Andre Soares, author, screenwriter and actor based in Atlanta, GA.
I was born in Rio, Brazil and grew up in France, raised by a single mother.
Books were a huge part of our lives, an outlet: I learned how to read at 3 and started devouring them. Creative writing was just a natural development: I wanted to craft my own stories and be in control of my narrative.
I came to the US in 2009, spent a few years in NYC and joined the US Army.
I now reside in Atlanta, and released my debut novella, “The Forerunner”.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is also my debut novella. “The Forerunner”.
I drew inspiration from my cultural background: raised in Europe in a predominantly African household, I have a global perspective. I tackle issues and themes with a very unique outlook quite different from my fellow US authors (whom I admire, nonetheless).
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like to walk around my office space and visualize the scenes I intend to write down, or think out loud and reflect on characters and world-building interactions.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
JK Rowling was a huge influence. What she accomplished with the Harry Potter series was phenomenal. And I’m not talking commercial success. The scale of what she constructed is still unmatched.
Walter Mosley is also a huge influence. James Patterson, Tom Clancy…and many more.
What are you working on now?
I am currently working on the second installment of my “Vice Versa” series, a trilogy that began with “The Forerunner”.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I like to interact with small but engaged pockets of readership. My blog readers and Facebook fans for the most part, as well as fellow authors I meet here in Atlanta.
I love to listen and get feedback and discuss specific aspects of my projects. It excites me. Something you don’t necessarily get with a broader audience.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Yes. Take your time. Authoring and creative writing take years to master (with a few exceptions). Learn your craft, humble yourself. Take harsh criticism and revise your positions if you find that it impedes your progress.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“Show, don’t tell”
What are you reading now?
I am currently reading “The Holcroft Covenant” by Robert Ludlum (another inspiration).
What’s next for you as a writer?
I also studied screenwriting.
Once I complete this trilogy, I will finish working on a tv series I crafted a tv pilot for two years ago. It revolves around spycraft.
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?
A Burning by Megha Majumdar, Dune by Frank J Herbert, any spy novel (hi John!).
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