Interview With Author Leslie Flemons
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a communications major at IU Southeast and I strive to use this major to communicate more effectively with others. I have attempted to write one novel a few years back but hardly committed to it. Years later, I decided to commit to writing my official first book. Besides three NaNoWriMo drafts, I’ve only written one full-length novel.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Pretension was inspired by the idea of a character pretending to be something they’re not to impress their crush. Matt, the main character, did that with Precious, the love interest when he was dared by his best friend, Lenny, to become a fake Christian.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I daydream a lot, which allows me to create vivid story ideas. I’ve been a daydreamer since I was a child, which could get me in trouble at times.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
The authors I’ve read have told compelling stories in their novels and given tips on how to improve certain areas of your writing.
For example, Marissa Meyer does a great job creating wonderful stories about protagonists based on fairy-tale characters like Cinderella (Cinder) and Little Red Riding Hood (Scarlet). These books have given me access to methods of describing important elements such as settings and emotions.
Linda Hart provides helpful tips on how to improve your novels. For example, in her book, “Thesaurus of the Senses”, Linda Hart provides ways on how to describe the five senses (sight, hearing, taste, smell, and feeling).
What are you working on now?
Right now, I’m working on getting my first book out there, but I do have a few other works planned. A few of my works are outlined at this time.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Currently, I am posting at least once a week on my Facebook page.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t rush. Just learn as much as you can and decide which writing advice is the most valuable to you.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
I would say “Write whatever you want to write” or “Write what comes to mind” are my favorite pieces of writing advice. It gives me relief that I don’t have to write about something I’m not too knowledgeable about, but I can write about what I’m most comfortable with. On the other hand, I believe it’s good to broaden your horizons.
What are you reading now?
Right now, I’m reading Between Two Lives/One Past Midnight by Jessica Shirvington. It’s about a girl literally living two lives. One day, she’s living with a strict parents and a loving little sister. Another, she’s living with a divorced mother and has a popular school life.
What’s next for you as a writer?
After my book release, I will make sure it is shared across the digital world. I will do book signings and possibly more interviews. Plus, I will be working on my next book.
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?
First, I would like to bring a Bible with me, preferably New Living Translation. It would give me comfort and show me how to handle situations like this.
Next, I would bring The Help. I read this in my high school senior year and enjoy almost every minute of it.
Thirdly, I might read one of the series from the Babysitter’s Club, likely the first one.
Lastly, I would read a short book, maybe a Dr. Seuss book.
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