Interview With Author Justin Payne
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Understand that I am not my past, but my past is forever a part of me. I am not perfect and I do not pretend to be. Today I speak to you with full understanding of the mistakes I made as a youth. Mistakes that hunt me to this day. I can only pray that I am forgiven of my sins. My sins would take a hundred good deeds to wash away, so I pray for every homeless person that I pass by, as I go to and from my destination every day.
In my eyes, to be in favor of the Creator, it takes more than repentance. Therefore, I strive to be a blessing to all I may encounter along my way.
My story is not to glorify criminal activity, nor is it meant to influence others to cause harm towards their sisters and brothers. I invite you the reader to take a walk with me down memory lane. I have written my story, although painful to relive certain moments, with the hope that the pain I feel will help others heal along their journey.
So, come with me, as I unravel my story of pain and everything in between.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is based on a true story about my life. What inspired me to write it was the fact that I didn’t want anyone else telling my story. I want generations after me to get the story directly from the horses mouth.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I pray before I write.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Life has influenced me.
What are you working on now?
Currently I’m working on Part Two of, “I AM NOT MY PAST.”
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Facebook
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write with your heart.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
You can’t reach for the stars while holding onto the grass.
What are you reading now?
My book which is titled, “I AM NOT MY PAST”
What’s next for you as a writer?
Speaking engagements
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?
1. I AM NOT MY PAST- Author- Justin Payne
2. Art of War
3. 48 Laws of Power
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