Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My whole life was full of books, even if I had no time to rest. My interests are various (philosophy, sciences, art, travelling, culture…). As I had a very demanding job, I had no time to write- not before retiring, early enough I could say. From the first day without job, I started to write, as if there was no life differently. Up to now, I have written twelve books and I have published half of them.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
I gave the title “old concerns” and refer to the heroine’s past lives. I am very fond of the theory of reincarnation and some reading about that gave me the inspiration.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I believe so… I like to put many characters in, create a big and intricate plot to keep the reader’s interest and describe the historic and social environment.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I cannot say; I read since I was five years old, books of many styles and content. More, during my working period I was in contact with lots of people and various nationalities, I travelled a lot, I heard many stories.
What are you working on now?
I gather information for a new book. The theme will be pirates and corsairs in the 17th century in the Mediterranean sea.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am not an expert. In Greece the marketing of the books is at the first beginning and normally they deal with the easily sold books.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
They have to be passionate and never stop chasing their dream.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
None, even if it’s surprising.
What are you reading now?
I study the piracy in the 17th century for my new book and Ken Follet’s last book “The evening and the morning”.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I am very much interesting in having my books travelling in the world. It’s a big dream and I count lot on my cooperation with OnTime Books. At the same time, I’ll continue to write and read, be inspired and improve my style.
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?
This is an actually difficult decision… Let’s say “It is Truly Meet” by Ulysses Elytis, “Tests” by George Seferis, “Enchanted Soul” by Romaine Rolland, and “The Pillars of the Earth” by Ken Follet.
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