Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hey, booksworms. I’m D. Fischer, a fantasy author since 2017. I live in a tiny little town called Orange City, which is tucked into the northwest corner of Iowa. The joys (and sometimes pains) of my life are my two boys, and my husband.
As huge animal lovers, we are owners of two sock-loving german shorthaired pointers, and slaves to our very large cat. We love the outdoors and I find that no matter how hard I try, I can’t help but let that love for nature shine through my books.
Currently, I have 22 books published. Some have won some awards, which is exciting. As I said, I write fantasy, but in a different sort of way. I like the darker side of fantasy – the betrayals, heartbreaks, and a whole lot of magic and action. I also like to lull the readers into a sense of comfort with where the plot is going, then twist the story entirely so they never see it coming. That’s my favorite part about being an author – when I get messages or reviews from a reader who is blown away.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
I like to publish an entire series at a time. I’m a binge reader, and a binge TV watcher. . . I suppose that makes me a binge writer, too.
The latest series is Howl for the Damned, an urban fantasy series that stems from my previous series, Rise of the Realms. All my books connect, so the story continues from series to series with different or morphing plots.
This series was inspired by my love for the Native American culture. I feel such passion for their traditions, and find their history compelling.
Howl for the Damned is about a woman named Jinx Whitethorn who was born to a witch and a shaman. The result of that union made her a skinwalker, and now a wolf shifter pack is hunting her down for her deceased father’s cursed pendant.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I’m not sure what classifies as “unusual!” If you ask me, most writers, including myself, are “unusual.” We’re nerds with odd habitual habits, an obsession for caffeine, tylenol advocates from too much screen time, and oddballs who talk to themselves far too often to be considered normal.
I suppose there is one thing that I’ve been told is “unusual.” I write at 4:30 am every morning. I discovered that it’s extremely quiet and peaceful when no one else is awake. It works for me, and it’s the one time of the day where my brain fires on all cylinders.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Oh gosh, there are so many. I’m an audiobook junkie, so I listen to plenty of books throughout the week.
I do have an obsession, however: Sarah J. Maas and her Throne of Glass series. In my opinion, she is a god. A complex world, detailed and relatable characters, an unbelievably intense plot. I could go on and on. I don’t know how I would behave if I ever met her in person. Faint, probably. I blush just thinking about it.
What are you working on now?
Right now I’m plotting another series called Heavy Lies the Crown. This series also stems from a previous series, Rise of the Realms. I’m so in love with the characters and I haven’t written a word of it yet.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
The best method I’ve found is marketing straight at the source. Right now, almost all my books are only available on Amazon, so I use their promotional system and advertisements. I’m in the process of testing paid sites, though.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Oh, I have a ton of advice. I talk too much. It’s the hazards of being an extroverted author; lots of alone time and no one to talk to but a computer screen.
My biggest piece of advice is to never, ever give up. If you love writing, home your skills. Nurture it. Study it. It’s important to understand that not everyone will like your books. Some people didn’t like the Throne of Glass series, and for the life of me, I don’t know why.
Another piece of advice is to never get distracted. The author world has a ton of pretty and frilly things to get involved in. Don’t. Stay 100 percent focused on your goal, your books, and your blossoming writing career. Make friends, of course, but remember why you started this journey in the first place. Tape it to your wall, if you must.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“Dreams don’t work unless you do.”
This single quote is like a mantra in my head. It helps me stay focused. It humbles me. It helps me remember that a dream – my dream – will never be handed to me. I must earn it.
What are you reading now?
I’m an audiobook junkie, so right now I’m listening to Nocturna by Maya Motayne. Excellent book set in a different reality. I love the Hispanic culture to it as well.
I do read, though. I promise. What’s open on my kindle is The Witcher’s first book. Don’t laugh. I absolutely must know what happens next.
What’s next for you as a writer?
What’s next for me? More books. More series. I have so many stories in my head, all stemming and branching together to form a bigger, larger plot.
Right now, after Heavy Lies the Crown (YA epic fantasy), I have an urban fantasy planned with no title chosen yet. Then another YA epic fantasy titled Blood of the Guardians. The list truly goes on and on.
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?
Does Bear Grylls have any books out? If so, I’ll take one of those so I can survive. Then, I’d take Throne of Glass, and The Black Witch.
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