Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’ve always enjoyed writing. As a kid I made up stories about other worlds and the technology used in those worlds. Inevitably I grew up, got married, and had 2 wonderful boys. I got interested in the subject of Grit and how it can practically be applied to the many aspects of life.
I first wrote Grit for Kids which has enjoyed a run away success for its practical and easy to understand advice. I have followed that up with Grit for Couples, a book that applies the principles of Grit to relationships. It’s full of personal anecdotes and things I learned along the way in my 20+ years of marriage.
I have 2 young boys and oodles of small nephews and nieces. I also have a passion for travel. I decided to write an illustrated series of books called Around the World on a Kangaroo! These books tell the story of 2 boys and a girl who meet a magical kangaroo. Together they fly around the world and learn different things along the way. I also learned some poetry along the way as the books are written in rhymes.
In all I have 5 books which are all sold through Amazon and can be found on my author page.
I really do hope you enjoy getting to know these books. If you do please take a few minutes to leave a review. It takes a lot to write these books and I would love to hear what you think!
Thanks,
Lee
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is Grit for Couples: 16 Steps to Develop Grit, Prevent Marriage Mistakes, Learn to Trust, and to Create Intimacy in Couples for a Successful Relationship.
I have been married to my beautiful wife for over 23 years. There have been ups as well as downs and I have learned a thing of two. Our marriage is stronger than ever. Now why is that I wondered?
What came to me is that it took a lot of grit to overcome the bad times and to keep the romance alive during the good times. I had to get the message out there. I also interviewed a lot of people to find out how they get to use grit to keep their relationship alive. These lessons I put in the book. How to communicate, how to keep the love life spicy, how to handle in-laws and kids, how to fight effectively. It’s all in there.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like to write in my local grocery store. I buy some sushi and green tea then hide away in a corner. While happily munching on raw fish I click away writing.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Angela Duckworth – The power of Passion and Perseverance
Carol Dweck – Mindset
What are you working on now?
I am working on exploring how Grit helps in growing your career.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I like Awesomegang of course! I also use Amazon ads, Facebook ads, and BookBub.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Above all, don’t give up. If you have a vision, fullfill it. When you’ve completed your book you will feel incredible pride which no one can ever take away. Then just be systematic in promoting your book(s) and success will happen.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
It too shall pass.
All things really do come to an end, bad and good. Take the time to really enjoy the good times and know that the bad times will pass.
What are you reading now?
The 5 love languages
What’s next for you as a writer?
More exploration of Grit and perhaps some more illustrated children’s books.
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?
I would bring along plenty of science fiction which I love and a volume or two of survival books. I’m a city guy so I will definitely need those.
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