Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a Starseed writing about the underlying, yet most significant elements of our existence like the soul, reincarnation, energy, dreams, extraterrestrials, destiny and purpose.
I have written one novel, the “Ocean of Love” so far which has been published in English, Hungarian and Chinese and will be published in Spanish, soon. I love uplifting poetry so I have just recently written a poem book as well, titled ” The Violet Waves”.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
“Ocean of Love” (by Helos) is my most important achievement so far.
My main inspiration was the realization that I will finally write a book. This might sound like an odd answer to this question, but the process really unfurled like this: after deep meditations I just realized that writing a book is my most urgent dream; that I really yearn to make this dream a reality and I suddenly felt that it’s actually possible after years of procrastination or not even seeing it as a possibility. Once I decided this and began writing, I felt that I am so full of things to share, it was almost impossible not to write it all. In addition my reason was that I always wanted to express my worldview and message in the form of a novel. I love the idea that many different characters are interwoven by special threads that cross beyond time and space and for a long time I had the desire to find an outlet where I could show this. To put it most briefly, the basic answer to this question is the desire for simple self-expression. I find we all most deeply want to express who we are and for me writing was a way.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I have a very unique way of writing that I haven’t encountered anywhere else so far. First I put myself into a relaxed state where I am aligned with my inner voice and then I start writing usually for about 7-8 hours. This is the equivalent of a main chapter in the book. So I usually wrote a whole 25-30 page long chapter in one day and then collapsed from exhaustion (because I was also standing the whole time, which helped my concentration). Then I did not write anything for a whole week. During this week my brain was usually very foggy and I just let it rest, the only writing-related thing I did was typing the chapter into my computer without any editing. Then after a week, a day of writing once again and a week of rest. It took about 12 of these extreme writing days to have the novel. Afterwards I just edited it for a month or two and it was done. In total it was about 7 months from the moment I wrote the first letter until the publishing of the first edition in Hungarian.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
The Star-borne and The Legend of Altazar by Solara.
Under the Stone Paw by Theresa Crater.
Brother of the third degree by Will L. Garver.
Barbara Wood’s “Soul Flame” is also marvelous.
In general I like uplifting sci-fi books.
What are you working on now?
I am having a peaceful period occasionally writing poems and sometimes writing ideas for a new space adventure novel.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Promotion websites and social media groups.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
I have maybe three pieces of advice. Firstly, always act on your first impulse, if you feel like you want to start writing something. Don’t wait and don’t think, just start. The other thing is, don’t make critical compromises, it’s your book so first and foremost you should be happy with it. Third: publish it only when it feels complete inside.
What are you reading now?
Love on the Nile by Kriszta Veres
Ley Lines and Earth Energies by David R. Cowan
An Ode to Love and Being Loved by Judith Kusel
What’s next for you as a writer?
I would like to write a great epic space novel and/or create music.
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 Star-borne and The Legend of Altazar by Solara.
Under the Stone Paw by Theresa Crater.
Brother of the third degree by Will L. Garver.
Aurora 2012 by Ishtar Antares
Author Websites and Profiles
Helos Laslo Website