Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I was born in Mexico but grew up in the United States. My dream was to help my parents from financial issues and especially to show people my imagination for their entertainment. Even though I have some mental disabilities, I didn’t let those problems stop me from writing a novel about my first character that I imagined since I was eight.
So far I have written one novel. I plan to do more once I see that people enjoy my imagination.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My novel is called “The Golden-Syph (Life With A Price).”
When I was seven years old, I realized that I had many stories in my head that I wanted to share to the world. All I knew is that I can draw and write it out! At eight I wrote my first novel from one of the first creations I’ve imagined. Since then, my fascination on writing hasn’t gone away.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I keep having thoughts of, “I need to finish this novel soon!” Or “It needs to be EXACTLY how I’ve imagined it!” And etc. I guess that those are normal thoughts, though it did help me finish a novel as a kid.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
An author who has inspired me was C.S Lewis. How he was able to write many, beautiful stories and still convey a strong lesson from them, made me look at the art of writing differently in an amazing way!
What are you working on now?
I’m still trying to get more readers for my book and get some sales. Once I know many people enjoy my book, I will definitely share more of my stories!
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Hosting public, book events seems to help. Especially if you have tall banners of your book by your table. It grabs a lot of attention! I also give out cards of promotion with art on it and a summary of my book and it’s link. Https://thegoldensyph.weebly.com
Do you have any advice for new authors?
If your looking for a traditional publisher or literary agent, and they ask you to pay money upfront before they give services, STAY AWAY. It will turn out to be a scam. A real publisher and agent will only ask you for a percentage of your earnings after you make sales from their help.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
The same thing I’ve explained from the previous question 🙂
It’s something I wish I knew before I went into publishing a book.
What are you reading now?
Sadly nothing now 🙁
In the meantime, I’m focusing on using my time in writing and being with my family 🙂
What’s next for you as a writer?
I hope to succeed as a writer and hope to write more stories that people will enjoy!
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 Magician’s Nephew, The Horse and His Boy, and The Sea of Monsters 😀
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