Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have only written the first part of a book since I am fresh on the scene. (It took me a long four years of crying in the corner and yelling at myself in a mirror to get the confidence to publish!) I will be uploading the rest of the “Broken Sky” series and a spin-off series within the next year and I am more excited than my dog when I come home with hamburgers and fries.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Broken Sky: Part One. I was inspired to write this when I sat up at 3 am, scrolling through an app called Tumblr. I was eating a grilled cheese and blasting music, even thought I was supposed to be studying for a mid-term, and ended up coming across a series of pictures based on angels and demons. Intrigued with the idea of a forbidden love story, I took inspiration from the photos and pieces together the story that is… Broken Sky. (I passed the mid-term the next day too. Score!)
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
May I plead the fifth? No? Okay, I’ll just come out and say it… I really enjoy wrapping myself in the tightest blanket burrito while wearing bright pink glasses I call my “FOCUS FOCALS.” Other than that, I listen to a lot of music, take small dance breaks, and cuddle my dogs and cry when I have writer’s block.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
J.K. Rowling. She is my IDOL. I also love Stephen King and all of his works. Growing up, my mother hated the idea of me reading about a killer clown, but I made it work by hiding in my closet with a flashlight and all the cookies I wasn’t supposed to have!
What are you working on now?
Currently, I am working on “Broken Sky: Part Two,” the spin off-series, “Faded Sky,” and my summer body at the gym. Wait… does the last one count? I am technically working on it!
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
HONESTLY, THIS WEBSITE RIGHT HERE! I also heavily rely on social media, Amazon marketing, and my girly charms when I’m forced to interact with people on the daily.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
I am a new author myself. Maybe we can exchange notes? The only real solid piece of advice I can give is… take LOTS of breaks, and set deadlines for yourself. It helps!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“Life is short. Have the extra slice of cake… but eat too many extra slices, your life WILL be short.” My grandma told me this and told me that everything must be in moderation!
What are you reading now?
Stephen King’s It… for the millionth time.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I honestly never thought I would get this far, so I never thought about it. Maybe I’ll try my hand at comics next! I’ve always wanted to be a magician too… the possibilities are endless in life!
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?
Stephen King’s It, Harry Potter, Coraline, and White Fang.
Author Websites and Profiles
Jayna Kayy Website
Jayna Kayy Amazon Profile