Interview With Author Corrine Dalton
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m an indie author from Northeast Ohio. I write clean YA fiction about mental health, especially mental disorders. Although my books are fiction, they come from personal experience with my own struggles. And so far, I’ve written two novels.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My last book just came out in May 2025—”Yes, No, & the Infinity in Between.” It was largely based on my own experience with OCD. It took me over a decade to discover I was dealing with it, largely because I didn’t know what the disorder really looked like. There is so much stigma surrounding it, which I readily felt after my official diagnosis. I wrote this book to help others like me feel seen and validated, and hopefully, it can remove some of the stigma along the way.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Not really. I rarely come up with new ideas while I’m on my laptop. Long drives are usually when the inspiration hits. Then I just have to hope I can remember my ideas so I can write them in my phone as soon as I park!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
“The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green was the first book that made me realize I could make a reader feel something. And since then, all I want to do is make people cry! (Happy tears too!) That book specifically inspired my debut. My thought process was, “Take this book but make it about depression.” But spoiler alert—a main character does not die. I don’t want to scar anyone too much!
What are you working on now?
I have two projects going on right now. The next book to be released will be about ADHD, but I have a secret project on the side. I don’t want to say too much, but there will be a genre change, and (hopefully!) it will be traditionally published.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
As a writer and a terrible photographer, I do best on Threads. But I also have Pinterest and Instagram. And I have my own website so you can find all of my handles at once.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t give up. Be patient with yourself. Ask for advice. Stay humble. Always be ready to learn. And keep writing.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
I don’t know how it was initially worded, but it all comes down to—do what works for you. There are so many writing “rules,” but it doesn’t have to be that hard. Writing is an art. It’s creative. It’s personal. We don’t have to bog down our creativity just because one method works for other people. If it doesn’t work for you, try something else.
What are you reading now?
I’m at a standstill right now. Honestly, I recently read “Jurassic Park,” and I’m still riding that high.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m slowing down slightly right now to catch up on other things. When I get an idea, I still write it down. But since my last book was just released, I’m exhausted and behind on so much!
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?
I don’t think I could really decide. Honestly, the first ones I’m thinking of would be too scary to read on a deserted island! I’d be way too paranoid! But I guess I might bring “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen. And maybe a jumbo-sized dictionary to use as a weapon!
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