Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is J.S. Strange. I have been writing since I was seventeen, working on a zombie apocalypse series called ‘Winter Smith’. My debut novel is being published on the 18th April 2016.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
‘Winter Smith: London’s Burning’ is the name of my new and debut novel. It’s a zombie apocalypse novel based in London. One day, when I was sat on a plane, the idea came to me and I could already see Winter and knew what her story was.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I’m not sure if you could call them unusual, but I work best when I have a view and have had a cup of coffee. I like to sit by a window, so I can watch the outside world go by as I write.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
J.K. Rowling is probably my biggest influence. I grew up with her books and without her I wouldn’t have gotten into reading and writing.
What are you working on now?
I’m currently working on the second instalment of the Winter Smith series. They are in France and are beginning to learn the truth behind the apocalypse. I’m also planning to release a journal that Winter Smith writers during London’s Burning. As well as this, I’m planning a few other novels away from the Winter Smith series, such as a romantic comedy and a psychological thriller.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Hmm, I’ve only been promoting for the past couple of days, as my book is now available for pre-order. I think I underestimated it, because I’m struggling at the moment to find the right ways to promote. Facebook seems to be doing okay, and Goodreads has pointed me to reviewers and interviewers.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
I think if you want to write, then write. Don’t read a first draft and think it’s awful. don’t make excuses. You won’t get anything done unless you write.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Just be yourself. I never tried to fit the norms of society, and I do go against convention sometimes if I feel stifled. I think you need an edge and you need personality.
What are you reading now?
Well I just finished reading a book about Alcatraz, from a prisoners point of view. I’m waiting for a few books to be delivered now. I hate not having a book to read!
What’s next for you as a writer?
A whole lot of promotion for London’s Burning! I’m also hoping to release another book sometime this year, before the release of the second instalment of the Winter Smith series next year.
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 an erotic book, because a man has needs, right? I would also take Harry Potter, the Deathly Hallows, and I would take a Jackie Collins story.
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