Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Carona Davis Diop is a seasoned writer whose love for the unknown catalyzed her creativity within the horror, supernatural and mystery genres. Her work includes independent film Infatuation, published poetry and a host of comedic webtv shows in lieu of her production company Diop Productions. She now lives in Hunterdon County New Jersey with her husband and their four children. The Opening is her debut novel.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The Opening is my very first novel, it took me three years to complete it. The opening was inspired by the story of Adam and Eve which spreads past culture, religion and history.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like writing at night time better than the day. I am a total vampire.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Stephen King and Sydney Sheldon are my #1 faves. They are in a category of their own.
What are you working on now?
I am now working on a mystery.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Facebook is my number one promotional tool. I live by it.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Be consistent! If you are not consistent you tend to fall away from your project. Write everyday and if you cant write every other day. Procrastination is your worst enemy.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Write something everyday. Even if it doesn’t pertain to your current project, still write everyday. It may place you towards a new idea or project.
What are you reading now?
Anything supernatural and horror. Right now I am reading The Stand for the third time.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I would like to go more into writing for television or even a cable series.
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 Stand
The Langoliers
Master of the Game
The Other Side of Midnight
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