Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
The name of my debut book is, “The Fairy Squad Princesses: A Magical Awakening” (Volume 1 of 5). The series was inspired by shows like Sailor Moon, and Winx Club. It’s filled with fairies, witches, heroes, warlocks, magic, mystery, epic battles, and humor. The book is available on Amazon worldwide for paperback & kindle (only in English), and the paperback is available on the Barnes & Noble website.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The name of my debut book is, “The Fairy Squad Princesses: A Magical Awakening” (Volume 1 of 5). The series was inspired by shows like Sailor Moon, Winx Club, and other magical girl cartoons/anime.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
It’s not unusual to me but I find it best for me to work on several books at one time instead of stressing over trying to complete one. Sometimes my brain needs to rest in order for an idea to pop up to add to a book.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Animators like the dearly departed Walt Disney, Naoko Takeuchi the creator of Sailor Moon, and Iginio Straffi the creator Winx Club had a big influence of why I wanted to become a writer. Meanwhile, the author Lisi Harrison who wrote several books including Monster High has also helped influence me to write this book series.
What are you working on now?
Besides promoting “The Fairy Squad Princesses” book one I am working on finishing my other books. The next book that will be released after the entire series of, “The F.S.P.’s” is out will be “Stella Sinclair: Witch in Training”
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
So far Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Wattpad have helped me promote my book. On Instagram I have created the hashtag #TheFairySquadPrincesses, so people can see how I envisioned the characters. My other artwork can be found on @art_by_marcus_moutra on Instagram.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
My advice would be to never give up! I know it sounds cliché, but it’s the truth. Most of the time the only person stopping yourself for achieving your goal is yourself. You can do anything you put your mind to and don’t try to rush finish your story. You’d rather have a story that readers can tell you spent time on VS one that was blown through with a bunch of errors.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
You may not be where you want to be in life, but you’re where you need to be for the moment. Life doesn’t come with a blueprint.
What are you reading now?
I’ve been reading several free books on Wattpad.com and their too many to name. However, I’d recommend people to follow @HaidyOwnWorld and @adenisetumblin.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Besides promoting book one I am focused on getting book two of “The Fairy Squad Princesses” ready to be released next summer. Also, I’m continuing my education to learn how to develop my drawing skills at California State University Long Beach this month on August 27th.
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?
The Bible even though that’s technically about 66 books lol and that’s it. I would be too busy praying to get off the island to read anymore books.
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