Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Andrew Buckley and I’m a British-born author living in Canada. I write rather silly fiction (under my name) along with rather violent and sexy fiction (under a pen name). I’m traditionally published through Curiosity Quills Press since 2012 and will be published for the first time with Month9Books in September 2016.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book releasing on September 9th, 2016 is titled ‘Hair in All the Wrong Places: The Perils of Growing Up Werewolf’. It’s my first upper MG novel and was inspired by watching far too many werewolf movies over the years and believing I had a great werewolf horror story rattling around somewhere in my head.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I tend to write late at night while wearing a onesie. I think that’s normal for most writers though, isn’t it?
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I’ve been heavily influenced by the wonderful work of Douglas Adams, Terry Pratchett, and Neil Gaiman. Later in life I also discovered Christopher Moore (Read ‘Lamb’, it’s excellent)
What are you working on now?
I’m currently working on a sequel to my first novel ‘Death, the Devil, and the Goldfish.’ The plan is to complete two novels this year. The first will be this sequel, the second is a hilarious take on the exploits of Jack the Ripper. That’s right, you read that correctly.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’ve found that social media is the base foundation for any promotions. I’ve also find that building a mailing list with people interested in your book is a great way to continual reach your readership.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write. One book won’t cut it anymore. With the introduction of self publishing, the literary landscape became flooded so the need for more quality content than just a single novel has become a necessity.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
I’ve heard it several times, particularly while querying agents: writing is subjective. What you write will not appeal to everyone, find your niche, write what you know, what you feel passionate about, and enjoy what you do.
What are you reading now?
I’m currently reading The 5th Wave by Rick Yancey because I saw the movie trailer before Star Wars and thought it looked interesting. In between each book, I’m in the middle of reading the entire Ian Fleming collection. Aside from the blatant racism and sexism I’m really enjoying the original Bond.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Other than the two novels I’m currently working on, I have two more planned and am in the middle of developing a mobile app that will make use of my storytelling ability and will appeal to the entertainment sector. But that’s all I’m allowed to say 🙂
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?
Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams
Lord of the Rings by Tolkien
The Martian by Andy Weir
How to Get off a Desert Island in 3 Easy Steps by Sir Elfin McSwarmy
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