Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Maggie Lynn Heron-Heidel and I am a science fiction, fantasy author and filmmaker. To date I have written five books, one of which is published and the other four are being readied for release.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest novel, War Machine, is the first book in my Destiny in the Shadows Series. As for the inspiration behind it, all one has to do is look around at our current times. Looking at the government of my fictional city Nacin, it very much echoes the governments of the world today. We see deadly consequences of corruption and greed that only seem to affect the average citizen, while the politicians sit in their golden palaces plotting their next move. It leaves our soldiers and policemen between them and the public, facing the scrutiny that should fall on those in power.
Another layer of inspiration comes from human trafficking. It is a worldwide problem that I feel needs attention. Slaves and sex trafficking are definitely not a thing of the past. It is a daily occurrence that is virtually ignored by the general populace.
Because of this, I am donating ten percent of all proceeds from my book to Agape International Missions, a cause that fights human trafficking and slavery.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Yes, I do. I find that I write best while riding in the backseat of a car! The habit stems all the way back from when as a child. My mother ran a successful real estate magazine and as a loving working mother, she almost always brought me with her during her travels. And while traveling between destinations in the car, I would often spend my time in the backseat dreaming up new stories to entertain myself.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I have read so many that it is hard to choose which book and authors I love best! Two of my favorites include Christopher Paolini, author of the Inheritance Saga, and Robert Ludlum, author of the Bourne Identity series.
What are you working on now?
Releasing the first books of my other series, the Wings of Caligo and the Vaktare of All Realms books. Unlike War Machine which is a futuristic dystopian science fiction piece, these are fantasy novels based in our current reality.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Using social media to connect with my fans!
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Believe in yourself. Don’t validate your own worth by the judgement of others.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
To keep writing. Most novice writers never even make it past their first the page! Don’t stop until you have finished your first draft, even if you feel it is terrible. You can always edit it later, but for now, focus on getting it finished!
What are you reading now?
Peace Pilgrim, the autobiography of Peace Pilgrim.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Publishing more of my novels! I’m excited for my readers to meet more of my characters!
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’m a Christian, so my first pick would be the bible. After that I would say it becomes too difficult to choose!
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