Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I, Danielle Thornewell, was born on July 7, 1975 to Kenneth and Virginia Reed. My family also consists of two sisters Toni and Lynnette. I have been married for over 22 years to a wonderful man named Robert and have two children, Alexis, and Adam.
I attended Hammonton Elementary and Middle Schools. In 1993 I graduated from Hammonton High School. In 2020 I graduated from Atlantic Cape Community College with my Associates Degree in Office Systems Technology.
I continue to reside in Hammonton, NJ.
I have always been extremely interested in writing poetry and short stories since I was incredibly young. I currently have three children’s book that have been published entitled “The Mems”, my follow up to that was “The Mems – Return to the Hidden World” and my final book is “Bijou – The Smallest of the Gods” which is a children’s activity book based on a story of mythology. Although I have had poetry published prior in contests and anthologies my book “Journeys of the Soul” will be my first stand-alone book of poetry. I have also recently tried other forms of writing and put out two writing journals for readers to write their own thoughts in called “What Was I Supposed to Remember?” and “Count Your Blessings Today, Tomorrow and Days to Come”.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is called “The Mems – Return to the Hidden World”. I had written the first story in the series “The Mems” many years ago and had gotten away from writing after it finally got published. I had always wanted to return to my passion which was writing but didn’t find the time. After much thought, and prayers I finally found my spark again to start writing and that is when “The Mem – Return to the Hidden World” really started taking shape.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I am not a morning person, so I guess it may seem unusual that I do most of my writing late at night. It is quiet and I get the best ideas at that time.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
It seems funny but I grew up reading a lot of Stephen King books. He was always my favorite author, because his writing style. He put so much description into his books he made it seem like you were really there and experiencing the story right along with the characters. I turned more towards children’s and young adults books, but I want my readers to feel like they are taking the journey right along with the characters. I try and put a lot of feeling and description to give the reader the best vision when reading. I owe that to Stephen King.
What are you working on now?
I am already trying to get an outline together of the next book in “The Mems” series. I am hoping that the series can be at least 3 or 4 books long.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am just starting with my promoting of my books again and have found great websites that offer free promoting, such as “Awesome Gang”. I have also really been pushing sites such as Facebook and hopefully I can soon jump into Instagram and others.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
My advise would be to just keep at your writing. Even if you have to step aside for a little while to get a break, don’t give up. If you have writing in your heart then your readers will feel it and enjoy your story.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
My friends from church have always reminded me when I am down that I am a child of God and I can accomplish anything. I always try to remember that when I am feeling down or want to give up.
What are you reading now?
I haven’t started anything in particular yet, but I do have a few Stephen King books on my book shelf that I haven’t started yet.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I hope to keep growing as a writer and taking my books to the next level. I pray that in the coming years I can turn this into my profession. I want to do something that I truly love for the rest of my life.
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 first would be the bible, the second would be a Stephen King novel and one would be one of my own books so when I get low I can remind myself how far I have come in my writing. I think my last book would be a photo album of my family so I could see them (if I was stranded alone).
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