Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hi, I’m Dax and I have so far written two teen fantasy novels and am in the process of editing my first teen thriller/mystery novel.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest novel, a thriller/mystery entitled, The Red Man was inspired by my own mental health. Since I was a child, I’ve experienced a process known as dissociation, where the mind will disconnect from itself and/or the body, to protect the individual from excessive stress or trauma.
Evylia Wilde, the lead protagonist, lost her mother at a young age but can barely remember a thing about her. As the story progresses, we learn more and more about Evy’s mother, her past troubles with dreams and dissociative episodes, and the legend behind it all, The Red Man.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Unusual, you ask? Hmm, I’ve never thought about them that way.
I always like to have a snack or drink handy when I begin writing for the day but besides that, I don’t think I do have any unusual habits.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
An author which has influenced my work for years is Terry Goodkind, author of The Sword of Truth Epic Fantasy series.
The way Goodkind brings his worlds and characters to life is inspiring beyond words. I can never get enough of his work.
What are you working on now?
At the moment, I’m still working on The Red Man but do hope to begin planning a new dystopian novel, revolving around the segregation of men and women in the not too distant future.
This is just one of many things I’m scared will happen in our near future, that men and women will live separately, no longer able to tolerate each others company.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I find it best to try and promote blog content across various social media networks, to give others a taste of your writing style. True, some blogging and writing styles may differ from each other but it’s more about showcasing your work to people who will actively engage with it.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write and read. Read and write.
There is no substitute for learning more about the craft and how to improve yourself and your work. You are not the smartest person alive and if you’re just starting out, your work will not be as polished as it can be.
However, that’s okay. We all take time to practise and harness our true strengths. Be consistent, deliver great content, and do yourself and your work proud.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Know what a story is at its core. Only then will you understand how to improve your writing in a way that will dazzle readers.
What are you reading now?
The Woman in the Tree: The True Story of Camelot, by Natasha D Lane.
So far, I’m loving this book. I can’t wait to see how it ends.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m actually excited to be planning a new novel (as aforementioned) surrounding the idea of segregating men and women. With fourth wave feminism on the rise, I’m actually rather worried about the human race and our current global climate.
One day I was watching a youtube video on feminists and I found myself thinking: what if their goal was to separate men and women? How would that work? Would there be a big riot over land and resources?
At present, I’m only so far as a working title and a few notes but I’m eager to get more jotted down.
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?
Children of Blood and Bone, by Tomi Adeyemi.
Heartless, by Marissa Meyer.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, by JK Rowling.
Wizard’s First Rule, by Terry Goodkind.
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