Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is E. Rachael Hardcastle. I’m an author from the UK.
I’m a dreamer, a deep thinker, a bookworm and grammar nerd. I write poetry between imaginative high fantasy, post-apocalyptic and science fiction novels.
I believe that through writing we face our darkest fears, explore infinite new worlds and realise our true purpose. I write to entertain and share important morals and values with the world, but above all, I write to be a significant part of something incredible.
All my fantasy and post-apocalyptic books face our planet’s struggles because I believe that together we can build a stronger future for the human race.
I support independent publishing so all my stories are written, edited, formatted and published by me, offering a low-cost, epic adventure and a memorable escape from reality for my readers.
Currently I have three high fantasy books, one post-apocalyptic book and a romantic short story available, with lots more on the way!
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest release was Aeon Infinitum: Run For Your Life. I wanted to write from a strong female perspective and detail futuristic problems with a post-apocalyptic theme. I loved books like the Hunger Games so I wanted to incorporate a sense of urgency and survival, where my protagonist has to overcome her flaws to save her own life and the lives of others.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like to complete my full outline after I have finished writing the book, not before like most others do. I do this because I think going back through the book paragraphs at a time and noting the important points, facts etc helps me to ensure continuity and plot issues are resolved and also preps me for the next book (if it’s a series). It works really well for me, and my system is colour coded and done in sections so I can keep track of everything.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love the themes of Mitch Albom’s work, which makes me want to add meaning to my books and lessons. Also, Brandon Sanderson has taught me a lot, as well as Stephen King.
What are you working on now?
I’m working on a high fantasy novel which is currently titled Dragonborn. I will be creating the map myself and posting some ‘behind the scenes’ information to my blog further down the line.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Book some interviews on blogs or podcasts, radio and television. Don’t be afraid to talk about your passion and share your work with others.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Banish your inner critic during the first draft. Don’t worry about the quality until you have the story on paper, then go back and perfect it.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Write drunk, edit sober – Ernest Hemingway. Write whatever you like, however you like, then sober up and think logically about how to edit it and prepare it for your audience.
What are you reading now?
Mistborn Book One by Brandon Sanderson and The Fellowship of the Ring by J. R. R. Tolkien.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I would like to grow my podcast for indie writers and release several more books this year, completing two series and hopefully finishing the draft of Dragonborn before the end of the year.
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?
Mitch Albom – The Timekeeper
Mitch Albom – The Five People You Meet In Heaven
Mitch Albom – For One More Day
Jack Heffron – The Writer’s Idea Guide
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