Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Currently I have one written and published but have three books written and set for publishing in 2021.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Always You is my debut novel. It’s based in Brooklyn and is a contemporary romance with a coming of age spin on it. It was inspired by my love of New York and music, both of which run through the book in its entirety. One of my favourite things is reading about how relationships can survive the test of time from a young age so this also played a huge influence in my writing.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like to write in my phone. Sounds obscure but before I committed myself one hundred percent to writing, I played around with the first draft of Always You in an app on my phone. It was the only way I ever got the time and from there my passion grew.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Some of my favourite authors include L.J Shen, Paige Toon, Lyndsey Kelk and Sara Ney. Really there are hundreds and the list could just keep on going. A few of my favourite books currently and ones that I keep going back to are the Did I Mention I Love You series by Estelle Maskame. I love her style and she’s really inspiring as she wrote them at such a young age.
What are you working on now?
I’m currently working on a Novella which is a spin off to my first set of books.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
So far I haven’t had a huge hand in this to be able to comment. I’m still finding my own footing when it comes to things related to promo so if anyone has any tips let me know!
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write, write and write. And when you think you can;t write anymore, keep going. Sometimes it can seem completely overwhelming but when you hold your first book in your hands it’s so worth it. Also keep track of your progress. I log everything from my daily word count to my page edit counts because when you have thousands of words to go it, it can be a case of you can’t see the woods for the trees. Having the evidence in front of you, of how much you’ve achieved each day can really help with motivation.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
One of my favourite quotes is by Asha Dornfest, she says, “I think new writers are too worried that it has all been said before. Sure it has, but not by you.”
These words are so true for anyone struggling with self doubt about their originality.
What are you reading now?
I’m currently BETA reading a murder mystery for another author. It’s not something I would ever normally read, but for that reason I’m loving it and I’ve even found myself searching for similar books. I may have been converted.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I have a lot of editing and proofing in line, the boring stuff but necessary. I have three projects lined up to be published in 2021 as long as all goes to plan and in the meantime just lots of writing that will hopefully somehow find it’s way into becoming more 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?
Did I Mention I love You – Estelle Maskame.
Chasing Daisy – Paige Toon.
Fallen Crest High – Tijan.
Something In The Way – Jessica Hawkins.
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