Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Published 1
Drafted 4 that are with editors
(Pentalogy)
Beginning children’s books, then headed back to the lab for a trilogy by year’s end.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The Writer and the Throne
Mixing mythologies! Zeus, Odin, Osiris, Shiva, and many more clash for the throne.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I’m 100% panster. I wrote all five books from 1 May 2020 off the brain.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I read philosophy-Tao Te Ching, Bible, Norse, Greek folklore, Hinduism, etc.
What are you working on now?
I’ll write 4 children’s books that take place in the same universe as the pentalogy, then in April begin another trilogy as the editors work the series.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Www.CTOrtega.com
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Never worry about your draft looking even remotely good. That your lump of clay. The artistry and work comes alive in the editing phase.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
You want something, go out and get it-Rocky
What are you reading now?
Era of undying.
What’s next for you as a writer?
4 kids books and a trilogy by years end.
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?
Besides mine?
Ha, anything philosophy driven. Literally anything with a general concept based argument.
Author Websites and Profiles
Caleb Ortega Website
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