Interview With Author Clare Southwark
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have written only one so far. My debut book is called “The Dagger of Nine Souls”and I am really excited to for everyone to read it.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The Dagger of Nine Souls, was inspired by two key things from my childhood. First, there was the unique experience of growing up in an old, gothic house, which directly influenced the sense of atmospheric dread and shadow in my story. And second, my mother’s incredible book collection. I would spend days on end lost in those books, falling in love with the fantasy and gothic horror genres. My Gothic Horror is a combination of those two passions.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I tend to daydream a lot and play things out in my head before I write.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I’m a big fan of Anne Rice, Emily Bronte, Mary Shelley, Stephen King, Bram Stoker,
What are you working on now?
I am currently working on the second part to The Dagger of Nine Souls.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I just found out about this website and very excited about promoting my debut book. The other is Amazon where my book The Dagger of Nine Souls can be found.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t get in your own way. If you think it’s a great idea just do it.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
The most dangerous phrase in the language is, ‘We’ve always done it this way.'” Understand that and nothing will stand in your way. – Mom
What are you reading now?
Ravenwood by Margaux Gillis
What’s next for you as a writer?
After finishing The Dagger of Nine Souls series I plan to write another Gothic Horror.
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 Vampire Lestat, Dracula, Wuthering Heights
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