Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have self-published two short novels based off of “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.” I have also written a number of short stories and fan fiction.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is “The Madder Woman,” and it is the sequel to “The Madder Hatter.” Honestly, I really liked the first season of “Once Upon a Time,” and I was inspired to create my own twisted perception on classic fairy tales.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
None that I can think of. I prefer writing at night while listening to music, but that doesn’t strike me as unusual.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Ayn Rand’s “Atlas Shrugged” and Margaret Mitchell’s “Gone with the Wind” are two that have inspired to research hard when preparing to write a book, myself. They’ve also taught me the value of perception–how one person’s truth cannot define what is true to everyone else. I make sure to remind myself of this when I am creating my characters. It helps me make each one an individual rather than a copy of themselves.
What are you working on now?
I am working on a ton of things, but currently, I have been spending the most time on “The Madder Boys,” which is the third book in my “Madder Series.”
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Facebook’s Ad campaigns have been really helpful.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t feel bad for making mistakes or getting confused sometimes. When trying new things, trial and error are bound to happen. If you keep it at though, these mistakes will help you learn and grow.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Focus on the story. Don’t let yourself get too stressed out about word count every day, just focus on getting the story the way you want it to be.
What are you reading now?
I’ve been reading a long fanfic about the Flash. It is dark and very intriguing.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Write more.
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?
A couple of survival books (I am not an outdoors person, at all), and a couple of “Sherlock Holmes” books.
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