Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Janeen G., and I am a self-published author. I’m a mother of four, author, blogger, freelance writer, illustrator and poet. I love to write Short Stories of Science Fiction, Romance & Fantasy and Poems about Love, Life & Emotions. I have written 5 books of my poetry writings & short stories. My books are “Intimacy & Bliss: Series of Emotional Poetry”, “Secret Thoughts: Exotic Tales”, “A Letter from My Heart: Original Emotional Love Poems”, “The Escape: Collection of Passionate Poetry Writings”, “Confessions of My Desire: Erotic Poetry Book”.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book in my collection is “The Escape Collection of Passionate Poetry Writings” I have been working on this poetry book since 2016 to 2018. This book started off with just blog post writings from my Tumblr page and journaling in my poetry notebook. I wanted to write my raw emotions on paper and share it with the world. I love writing about my deep emotions on topics like love, relationships, loss and sex.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like to write in my notes on my phone and sending it to my email. I also write heavily at night from 8 pm to about 2 in the morning. I’m a huge night owl!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I have so many authors that have influenced me over the years, but the ones that affected me during my lifetime are Mary Shelley, Bram Stoker, Anne Rice, Edgar Allan Poe, Stephen King, Neil Gaiman, R. L. Stine, Roald Dahl, L.A. Banks, Maya Angelou, William Shakespeare, Langstone & E. E. Cummings.
Books that have shaped me as a writer and just a person are” The Hobbit” by J. R. R. Tolkien,” Dead Until Dark” by Charlaine Harris,” Fire and Blood” by George R. R. Martin,” The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein,” Scary Stories to tell in the dark” by Alvin Schwartz,” Holes” by Louis Sachar,” Relic” by Douglas Preston,” Bats” by William W. Johnstone.
What are you working on now?
I’m working on my anthology novel called “Words by Midnight” It’s a compilation of my poetry and short stories writings and it tells a story of my six-year life experiences and writing journey. I wanted to put together a novel that showcased my growth as an author and as a person.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
The best way to promote my books is through my twitter and Facebook page! I’m still growing as an author, so I’m sure there are better ways to promote your book to a massive audience!
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Never give up on your craft. It may seem hard now, but I promise your hard work will pay off!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
” You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make them drink it…” This is something my father and my middle school teacher used to say to me in different ways. You can give them all the tools they need, it’s up to them if they truly want to use it…
What are you reading now?
I’m reading” The Orchard Inn” by A.M. Kusi and” The Dragon Blood Collection” by Lindsay Buroker.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m writing for Coffee House Writers (coffeehousewriters.com) and I’m part of their first-ever anthology novel that will be published around the wintertime. I’m also working on different story projects for Wattpad.com and creating a writing podcast/YouTube station.
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?
” A Song of Ice and Fire Series” by George R. R. Martin,
” The Vampire Chronicles Series” by Anne Rice
” The Lord of the Rings Series” by J. R. R. Tolkien
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