Interview With Author KJ Backford
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I grew up living in many places around the world. After graduate degrees and a rewarding career in Silicon Valley, I now focus on writing. I strive to combine real-world experience and knowledge to create inspiring characters within interesting, intricate thrillers and mysteries. I have written 3 espionage thrillers.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is named “Where Sunflowers Stand: A Traitor in Ukraine. A Spy in Russia. A CIA Man. And the Fight for Freedom.” I was inspired to write an espionage book against the backdrop of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I have many favorite books: Siddhartha, The Prophet, Brazil, The Spy who Came in from the Cold and a current book that I loved: Andy Weir’s “Project Hail Mary.”
What are you working on now?
I’m in between projects.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
This is very difficult. I have tried many promotions but they elevate the sales for a period and then they die down. I advertise on Amazon and that is the best for now.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Think about your market before you write.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Churchill: “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.”
What are you reading now?
David Ignatius’ espionage books.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Coming up with the next idea.
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?
Siddhartha, The Prophet, Brazil, Jonathan Livingston Seagull.
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