Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have written 18 books on my life and experiences in prose
And poetry, dedicating my writings to help others who can
Relate to the story of neglect and a child forsaken in remote
Mining towns in Nevada. Stories of deliverance from fear
And doubt to trust and forgiveness.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is ‘God’s Story Book‘
Sharing inspirations of heroic men and women of biblical
Times when faced with trials and sufferings. Applying their
Insights relevant to our modern day needs of courage and
Faith. How these stories changed my life and committed
To sharing them with others.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I am a compulsive writer, who has begun a life of writing
In order to work through traumatic times as a child.
Writing as a cathartic means of healing and acceptance,
Turning a difficult life of suffering And sorrow into one,
By the grace of God, to deliverance.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
There are many
Emily Dickinson
Sylvia Plath
Robert Frost
Edgar Allan Poe
John Keats
William Keats
Alfred Tennyson
Henry Wadsworth
What are you working on now?
Having just completed my last book ‘God’s Story Book’
This year, I am devoting my time to my websites and blogging
To gain exposure to the stories I have written.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
donnaspoetry.blog
Facebook.comdonnasinspiratiins
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Read other inspirational materials. Keep writing whether
You feel like it or not, write what motivates you,
Determine your motive for writing. If using writing
As a cathartic for working through Life issues read
What others have shared about their struggles.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
No matter what you are faced with, don’t
Give up, know whatever befalls you, there
Is a lesson to learn, turning our sorrows
And sufferings into stories that can help
Others and help lift their burden as well.
What are you reading now?
Biblical inspirations and how to apply
Their stories of faith and courage into
Everyday life.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Using God’s word in everyday experiences,
Using metaphors expounding truths that
Helps survive this life of sorrow and pain.
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 Bible
Histories of favorite poets
My own books that are inspirational to me
Author Websites and Profiles
Donna Nieri Website
Donna Nieri Author Profile on Smashwords
Donna Nieri’s Social Media Links
Facebook Profile