Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Nita Farris is an indie author and blogger based in the Pacific Northwest. Her debut novel, “Sneakers in the Water” and the novella “Sneakers on the Dashboard” are available now. “Strangers in the Shadows,” is the next installment of the Shaw Sister Trilogy, following the lives of three psychic sisters as they navigate the paranormal while falling in love and finding themselves.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is “Sneakers on the Dashboard”, a novella following “Sneakers in the Water.” The Shaw Sister Trilogy is very heavily influenced by Charmed, the Craft, and Practical Magic. I fell in love with not only the power these women possessed but the ferocity in which they protected their relationships with each other. Nothing is more powerful than sisterhood.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
If any of my writing habits are unusual, it would have to be outlining the entire novel out loud for my husband before I start writing. He helps me see the big plot holes before I begin and it always reinspires my projects.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
For this series, I was more influenced by movies and my favorite TV shows, but I actually grew up writing YA. I am very inspired by Sarah Dessen, Meg Cabot, and Ann Brashares. I love stories about the summer before growing up and hope to write a story like that someday that inspires writers in the same way.
What are you working on now?
Right now I am working on the novella that follows “Stranger in the Shadows” and book three in the Shaw Sister Trilogy. This story means so much to me and I cant wait to see how it ends.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
This is something that I am still learning. Writing feels easy when compared to trying to promote yourself.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write every single day, even if you have to force yourself. Also, support other authors! Fellow writers are some of my favorite cheerleaders and confidantes.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
If you dont fail, you aren’t even trying. -Denzel Washington. You learn so much from the mistakes you make. Learn from them and allow your skin to become thicker.
What are you reading now?
Needful Things by Stephen King and Blood by Ruth Miranda. Both are amazing!
What’s next for you as a writer?
After I finish this trilogy I plan on taking a break from this genre to work on a YA project.
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 Pact by Jodi Picoult, the Stand by Stephen King, Just Listen by Sarah Dessen, and Persuasion by Jane Austen.
Author Websites and Profiles
Juanita Farris Website
Juanita Farris Amazon Profile