Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a farmer by trade. I have been always drawn to books and practiced my writing during my spare time. A friend of mine encouraged me to join the online world last year, and start a blog.
Taking up the offer, I joined my fellow earthlings online. At first it began slow, but then the views, Readers and comments began flowing in. With support from my Readers, I decided to take the plunge and here I stand.
With over a 1/4 million views and counting on the hosted websites, my Readers have pushed me out.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My first ever published book is The Red Lands. I am on the third book, and I must say the story continues quite well. To tell the truth, my finances had hit rock bottom, and the chief source of inspiration came from a dangerous woman called Irma–Hurricane Irma that is. I was one of those in Florida at the time biting my nails and saying “Make up your mind woman” for nearly a week.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I think most writers have some quirk. I prefer writing in the early mornings before sunrise.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love fantasy books–all of them.
I have read from Lord of the Rings, Enid Blython books, and Scifi sagas. I think a book is the best place to read and calm the mind.
What are you working on now?
I am a full time farmer and a part time writer.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I have been on Royalroad and on my own website. I have also featured my work on countless others, but besides my own site, Royalroad has always treated me the best. Most of my first batch of readers came from there.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write, write , write. It’s not a book until you write it.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Beware of criticism.
What are you reading now?
I am binge reading fantasy webnovels.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I plan to finish my serial, before beginning my new 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?
Lord of the Rings Book 1, Biggles(any serial) and Tale of two cities.
Author Websites and Profiles
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