Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hey, I’m Christina and I have two books published: Cat the Vamp and Wake Me.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My new novel is called “Wake Me” and it was inspired by various spiritual and philosophical ideologies. The main ones I’ve referenced include enlightenment, pantheism, Buddhism and solipsism.
“Wake Me” is a self-published novel. You can support me fully by ordering a copy off my Createspace page: https://www.createspace.com/4526910
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I don’t always write at a desk. I love writing on my bed, with all my notes sprawled out around me. I even wrote a section of “Wake Me” in a bathtub because I needed peace and quiet!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
“Wake Me” was inspired by these novels: “The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle, “On the Road” by Jack Kerouac, “Tropic of Cancer” by Henry Miller and “Siddhartha” by Hermann Hesse.
What are you working on now?
I’m currently taking a break from writing another novel to work on my art. You can check out my paintings here: http://www.facebook.com/ChristinaMartineArt and they are also on my website: http://www.christinamartine.com.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’ve submitted my novel to a few Youtubers to review. I think the first thing everyone does when they want information on anything… is go to Youtube to find a video about it.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Keep writing. Don’t give up because of criticism. Follow your heart. Everyone has a story to tell.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
You create your reality.
What are you reading now?
I just finished the extended edition of “The Stand” by Stephen King. It was the longest book I’ve ever read. It was amazing but I’m glad to be done with it finally. I’m going to read something a bit lighter next: “Eat Pray Love” by Elizabeth Gilbert.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I want to travel the world and write a book about my experiences. A non-fiction book.
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 Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle, anything by Deepak Chopra, maybe a survival book of some kind… Probably more Stephen King.
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