Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a seventeen-year-old published author. I have published one book as of now, and my plan is to continue to write. My goal is to change the world and inspire those like me to reach for what they think us unachievable.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Ember’a Dragons.
The motivation behind it was my horse. Trooper was my lesson horse of many years. The U.S military gave our family a grant due to my dad being deployed. This grant paid for my riding lessons. Eventually, the grant ran out, and I was separated from Trooper for many years. He had helped me through such a tough part in my life, and I had always known I would own him someday. Although I wasn’t sure how to get him, I knew one thing; and that was that I loved to write.
I set out an put my heart into Ember’s Dragons, and years later, I stand here with a published book, and the same horse who helped me all those years ago.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I tend to write my book straight through! I believe this helps me go through the story as my readers would. Although I would not count this as “unusual”, I have found others bounce around when they write their books.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
The book Isabel of the Whales by Hester Velmans and Chancey of the Maury River By Gigi Amateau. Both of those books gave me a feeling of “Holy cow, what a journey” when I closed the back page. They are books that can stand alone strongly. That has lead me to my philosophy: NO SEQUELS!!!!
What are you working on now?
Another book that deals with robotics and AI! I do not want to give too much away.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Face to face. Go out, go to expos, print flyers, introduce yourself, be bold! Hold yourself with grace, have a purpose and a fire. Others will see this. Make an impact on those you meet.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Go with your heart, not your mind. As authors, we are often analytical thinkers. Our minds are our weapon. But sometimes, we forget to listen to our hearts. Never get so lost in your journey to forget what sent you there in the first place.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Always take pictures. There are so many precious moments that can be captured.
What are you reading now?
Currently not anything sadly! I have been quite busy!
What’s next for you as a writer?
Continue to promote Ember’s Dragons and write my second!
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?
Isabel of the Whales, Chancy of the Maury River, Racing in the Rain, and Until Friday Night.
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