Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’ve been writing as long as I could hold a pen, and I’ve written at least a dozen novels and novellas — many of which have never seen the light of day and never will.
I write mostly horror and thrillers. I grew up watching TV shows like Are You Afraid of the Dark and The New Detectives in the 1990’s. I’ve always been drawn to dark things like that.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
It’s a thriller called The Wolff, and it was inspired by cases like the West Memphis Three that cause a huge explosion of publicity and controversy — and the way people respond to these tragedies, especially in today’s era of mass media.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Sometimes I’ll write a sentence or two at a time in between playing video games.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
A lot of early Stephen King books as well as the Harry Potter books. Such cliches, I know, but they’re popular for a reason.
What are you working on now?
Several different things, but mostly a supernatural thriller I hope to have out by next year
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
maryhallbergmedia.com or my YouTube channel, which is just under my name
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Read a lot. Write a lot. Be observant.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
‘take things one day at a time’
What are you reading now?
I just finished rereading Number the Stars by Lois Lowry, a classic children’s book
What’s next for you as a writer?
Hopefully lots of new books coming in the next few years
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 Merciless series by Danielle Vega
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