Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Benjamin Hansel. I have authored two books so far, and I am currently working on two more. One is the continuation of the book I just released. The other is a new book that I will be releasing as a paperback along with the ebook.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Tribulation Journals. I actually wrote this book my freshman year in college. It was a bit of an alternate take on the book series Left Behind by Tim LaHaye. For those who know anything about Christian eschatology, they know there are several different view points on the what is known as The Tribulation. This is my take on the alternate version to the Left Behind books, albeit written in a fictional style.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Not really. My interest in literature don’t usually focus on the mainstream of culture. I guess you could say my interest are a little unusual.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
SO many authors have had an influence on me over the years. It’s hard to name all of them. Some of the top are Walter Martin, Ravi Zacharias, James R. White, Josh McDowell, Schreiner, and so on. Many of their books have had a positive influence on my life.
What are you working on now?
Currently I am working on a non-fiction book that is a response to the growing nominalism in the Christian church. I don’t have title yet, but the rough draft is done and I have begun making changes and corrections. This will be my first paperback book to go along with the ebook that will release close to the same time.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am new to the self publishing world so I am still working on strategies. Social media is one that I have utilized. I am also looking at starting a YouTube channel soon to see if that brings in any new visitors.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
It takes time! Nothing is instant. You won’t sell a million copies of your first book. You may sell ZERO copies. Don’t get discouraged. Just keep working until you find your market and audience. Then you can improve form there.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
The same advice I gave above.
What are you reading now?
The Message of the Twelve: Hearing the Voice of the Minor Prophets.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m not sure. We will have to wait and see. Hopefully this will be able to become my full time career and I can focus solely on this.
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?
The Bible, Pilgrim’s Progress, The writings of the Church Father’s, and maybe an Archie comic.
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