Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am an occupational therapist and writer. I have always loved writing, but I never realized that I could combine it with my love of therapy and education until several years ago. Since then, I haven’t stopped writing! I am also a freelance writer for a variety of health publications that educate the public on their wellness.
I have written a therapy textbook called “Effective Occupational Therapy Documentation”, a children’s book called “Why is there a person in my computer?”, and my second textbook called “Complementary Health Approaches for OTs” is set to publish in the fall of 2020.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is called “Why is there a person in my computer?”. I am a teletherapy specialist who had the idea for this book last year. I realized that the idea of using technology and computer programs to receive therapy would likely be a tough concept for kids to grasp, especially kids with disabilities. It may be possible that therapy will only be provided through a computer someday, but — until then — kids may need some help understanding how teletherapy works.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Sometimes I write with an outline, sometimes I don’t use any organization and just let the ideas flow to see where it takes me. It depends on the project!
What are you working on now?
I am currently working on a health education book to educate kids on both minor and major or difficult health conditions that they may encounter in themselves or their loved ones.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I have gotten good feedback and engagement from posting about my books on various subreddits.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Always write what you are passionate about. Even if those aren’t your “big money” projects, find a way to get that knowledge and creativity out in some way, even if it is keeping a journal or starting a small, personal use blog.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t be limited by the confines of a job posting. Stick up for yourself and your profession if you know you can do something.
What are you reading now?
My winter was filled with checking books off my reading list. I have currently put that aside to start my next writing project!
What’s next for you as a writer?
I would love to continue writing both children’s books, paperback self-help books, and therapy textbooks. I love educating others on what I know.
Author Websites and Profiles
Brittany Ferri Website
Brittany Ferri Amazon Profile