Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m a 34 year old father of an awesome 10 year old son and Husband to My beautiful wife Tina. I was born and raised in Florida, I live in Ohio and I work in West Virgina. I am often asked about my accent and can only explain it as “Southern Hillbilly” (please insert LOL here). I have always had a wild imagination and enjoyed writing, however only recently started to think about sharing my works with others. While I am good at math and science, grammar and spelling has never been my strong point. This I believe is why I write children’s books (Once again, Please insert LOL here). I currently have one title (Jeffrey Gue,Dreams Of The Zoo”) published and am currently working on several others, soon to be released.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
I just published my first book “Jeffrey Gue Dreams Of The Zoo” it is an illustrated bedtime story. I began doodling and drew a grasshopper (a very poorly drawn grasshopper) and gave it a name. After that the rhyme began to form and it took off from there. I played around with the illustrations and before i knew it I had a book.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I Have started two more books and as I begin to write i start getting sidetracked. Because of this I keep both books opened in separate windows and toggle back and forth. I also keep several windows open and will work on the illustrations at the same time.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Stephen King, john Gresham, Carolyn McCray, Dr Seuss. (what a combination)
What are you working on now?
I never write and tell, however i will say I am working on a follow up to Jeffery Gue and another story. Both Children’s story’s.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I have a large support group on Facebook. They have all been very good to me. I also use Twitter. I am very grateful for all the support I have gotten.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
First and foremost Keep your desk organized and backup your files. Secondly, Read Read Read!!!!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“Don’t Lick That” (Thanks Mom)
What are you reading now?
I have not had much time to read lately. But my most recent read was “The Betrayed Series” by Carolyn McCray.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I enjoy doing what I’m doing. I will continue writing and illustrating as the ideas come in. I’m not big on making plans. I just go with the flow.
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?
Robinson Crusoe, The Stand (Stephen King), The Client (John Gresham), And a US Army Survival Manual.
Author Websites and Profiles
Douglas Crabtree Website
Douglas Crabtree Amazon Profile