Interview With Author Katie Slade
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m a native of NYC, and I grew up in the neighborhood of Chelsea and attended school in Greenwich Village. As a true New Yorker, I have experienced a lot growing up & those raw & often intense moments have made me the strong woman I am today. I have written three books, one on poetry and the other two are memoirs.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
“The Virtuous Vagina – How To Leave Lust In The Dust & Find Clarity Through Chastity”. It’s a sequel to my first memoir & it was inspired by my desire to help women navigate dating with more introspection and self worth.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I would say that my most unusual writing habit is that I write on my cell phone while lying in bed first thing in the morning. I don’t transfer anyThe of my work on to my computer until I’m almost done. At that point I copy & paste what I’ve written and start the editing process from my computer.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
The following are authors & their books that I have loved & that have been inspirations:
Cara Alwill – Girl On Fire
Marne Davis Kellogg – Brilliant
Jane Stanton Hitchcock – Social Crimes
Kathleen Tessaro – Elegance: An A to Z Guide
What are you working on now?
I’m currently working on my third & final memoir of this season of my life. It’s a continuation of my journey of personal growth, beoming more empowered & a heightened sense of self love.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I absolutely love TikTok! At first I found it hard to get a handle on the platform. I posted a couple of things and didn’t get much traction. But, overtime by being consistent I have developed more of a following. I’m still a small fish in a big pond, but I have made connections & sold a couple of books. I really appreciate that TikTok saves hashtags it makes it soooo much easier when posting.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
I would recommend taking any free classes that you can find. If you have the funds to invest in marketing & promotion, then pay for what you can afford. However, if money is tight then sign up for any free courses about book sales & promos. Every author feels such a sense of elation when their book is finished, but that’s just the beginning! Books need to seen to be read & reviews are key to getting readers. Be prepared to give books for free & use social media consistently to remind people of who you are, what your message is & know your audience.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Write about what you know.
What are you reading now?
“Theology Of The Body” by Christopher West and “What’s Love Got To Do With Your Intimate Relationship” by Kenneth Walters.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Promoting my books for film adaptions.
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?
“Atlas Shrugged” by Ayn Rand
“Insatiable” by Marne Davis Kellogg
“Midnight In The Garden Of Good & Evil” by John Berendt
“A Year In Province” by Peter Mayle
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