Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m a creative fiction author, I tend to have a talent for writing. As I’ve written several books and published 6
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is Titled Friends. I was inspired by the many friends that I’ve met throughout life, well as the hurdles and obstacles of friendship.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
My unusual writing habit is always being on the phone with a random friend or family member casually gossiping about a bunch of nothing.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love James Baldwin for what he stood and stands for. Donald Goines was my influence through life, his books boldly allowed my mind to imagine the scenery as described
What are you working on now?
I currently have 5 projects that I’m actively working on. Outside of writing, I’m actively working on an annual community event. Well as in the midst of publishing Friends, Hoes up Pimps Down and writing a few others.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Word of mouth, and my personal webpage communication well as google search.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
The advice that I’d personally give to a new author, would be to focus on themselves. While educating themselves on everything in the literacy industry. Never trust anyone with your hard work
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
The best advice that I’ve ever heard, was to focus on myself!
What are you reading now?
As of now, I’m on reading the daily news along with the current events. I try not to read anymore seeing that I try not to affect my creativity.
What’s next for you as a writer?
My next step is to get out of Quarantine and to enjoy life while being thankful and blessed
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 Coldest Winter Ever, Whore Son, Daddy Kool, Fredrick Douglas a Slaves Memuare
Author Websites and Profiles
Ebony Edgerson Website
Ebony Edgerson Amazon Profile