Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Henry G. Taygar. I am currently the librarian at Academy Emerald. I was adopted into the Academy when I was a small child, something that is pretty unusual. I’m 42 years old. I have a beautiful wife and two wonderful children that I love to play with who live at the Academy with me. And of course, the students who come through these halls. I love to read and play chess (a truly wonderful game). I have only written one book so far, but hopefully there are many more to come.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The name of my latest book is Academy Bloodstone. I just felt the time was right to begin compiling the adventures of the Academies into one cohesive document. Hopefully it’s both entertaining and informative!
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
It’s very warm where I live, so the best time to be outside is early in the morning or late in the day. I enjoy sitting outside under the stars and writing until I fall asleep.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I have been greatly influenced by great modern novelists like Rick Riordan and James Patterson. I also enjoy a good Sherlock Holmes story now and then.
What are you working on now?
I am working on the second book of Alphas, the sequel to Academy Bloodstone.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I have found that word out mouth does a good job, as well as spreading it through social media circles.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
As a new author, I would rather be given advice. That’s not an option? Well, I would have to say that no matter how intimidated you are by the world of publishing, give it your best shot. It will never be as good as you imagined, and that’s fine, because the next time it will be better, and the time after that even better.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
There is no such thing as overtraining, only under-resting. Basically, take care of yourself! It’s important to be aware of your needs and treat yourself accordingly.
What are you reading now?
I am currently reading the final book of the Tunnels series, Terminal.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Writing, probably.
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?
I would take The Mysterious Benedict Society, Ender’s Game, and the Complete Collection of Sherlock Holmes. I could read those novels again and again and still enjoy them.
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