Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
After a few failed attempts over the years, something finally clicked in December 2015. My first day i wrote just over 5,500 words. The next day, another 5,000. Once the concept of characters, plots, and chapters started to make sense, the rest sort of fell into place.
By the end of February 2016 I had completed writing what would be my first novel. Spent several weeks promoting and then jumped right into writing the next one, which I released in October 2016.
Just a few weeks later and I’ve already begun work on the third one.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
It is called “Origins” and is the 2nd book in The Fullerton Chronicles, which is a fictional town I created for my 1st book. As I was writing, I noticed that I was spending a lot of time focused on the main character’s past and how several of his relationships had begun. But it wasn’t until I was 3/4 of the way completed with writing it that the title came to me. Basically, it is a continuation of my first book, I’ve just given more attention to the backstory.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
It is very organic. I try not to push the characters too much, rather I listen to where they would like to go. Then, once i have a good idea of what the scene is, it’s up to me to add the details to make it interesting for the reader. Sometimes I am writing full-on just as it appears on the page. Other times I will do an outline of plot points and dialogue, then color it in after.
I also spend a lot of time re-reading things once they’re written. I use it as a means of proof-reading and also keeping connected to the flow of the story.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
In no particular order : Anne Rice, Chuck Palahniuk, Clive Barker, Douglas Adams, Isaac Asimov, J. K. Rowling, Robert Kirkman, Stephen King, J. R. R. Tolkien, and a dear friend that writes under the name Bix Meister.
What are you working on now?
I’ve just started working on a new story that involves ghosts. Again, this will mainly take place in my fictional town of Fullerton, MA. But this time, there are a different set of characters. Because it is part of the history of this town it will be considered part of The Fullerton Chronicles, but folks looking for playroom activities will have to wait until I resume writing those story arcs.
Writing erotica only allows me to tap into a certain segment of readers. I’m okay with that. But I also want to branch out and not be stuck within those constraints. I’m hopeful that this will have a bit more of a wider appeal to it, and perhaps some of the newer audience will step outside of their comfort zones and delve into the more colorful writings from the series.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Being fairly new to this, I’m trying it from different angles while covering all the basics: facebook; twitter; and my own website bdsmplayroom.com
As I find newer websites that cater to indie authors, I try to connect with them as well. You never know where a new reader is going to come from, so it is good to keep options open.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write. Write. Write.
There aren’t any rules. Worry about what it is going to be later. Just get it out on the page and work those writing muscles.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t listen when someone tells you you’re doing it wrong.
Write with your own voice. Tune out the negativity.
As you keep pushing yourself forward, you’ll figure out what works and what could stand to use some more tweaking.
What are you reading now?
When I’m not writing, I enjoy re-reading books I’m familiar with. They offer minimal distraction, as I can just focus on the story and not be picking it apart.
What’s next for you as a writer?
The plan is to continue to build and expand on this fictional town. Digging up the old bones and seeing what’s been going on there all these years.
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?
I would have to bring the collected works of Anne Rice, Clive Barker, Isaac Asimov and Stephen King. That would pretty much cover all the bases.
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