Interview With Author Giuliano Ciabatta
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m an Italian writer and a musician – songwriter. I’ve written six Italian, English, and Spanish books for children, each with songs and a coloring book.
Even though my books are for children, I’m writing for teachers who need material for creative and artistic workshops, so they have material to put on a stage musical for children or concerts. The stories are fun and educational.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My favorite is ‘Hide and Seek Among the Stars’ where Maya, a curious and adventurous little girl, dreams of playing with her mom and, while exploring space, learns the names of all the planets.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I’m very creative; many ideas come when I’m driving or in the subway. So I record notes on my iPhone. and later on I transcribe it on my computer.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Being an Italian i love Gianni Rodari, Mario Lodi and Italo Calvino. They are a very famous Italian writers for children. When I was younger I adored Enid Blyton. My favourite author as an adult is Stephen King.
What are you working on now?
My next book will be for a school musical. I am still working on ideas and research.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I promote my book on Amazon KDP since I can do marketing research to reach my audience. Every day I discover new websites to promote myself. It’s a learning process.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Be yourself and enjoy every moment when you are writing.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“Love others as you love yourself”, not necessarily in a religious sense.
What are you reading now?
I’m reading some books from Julia Donaldson. Of course I loved the Gruffalo.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m always lokking to find my voice. it’s the most difficult thing to do for an artist.
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?
IT Stephen king
Spoon River Anthology – Edgar Lee Master
Marcovaldo and Italian Folk Tales – Italo Calvino
1984 – George Orwell
The Little Prince – Antoine Sain-Exupery
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Giuliano Ciabatta Amazon Profile
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