Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Mathew John Hoffmann was born in Waltham, Massachusetts. While serving in the United States Marine Corp. he traveled to Australia, and found out about the Lyrebird. He was so intrigued with it’s special mimicking abilities, he wrote a book about it. The Lucky Little Lyrebird is his first book, and it takes on the huge task of saving our rain forest from deforestation. If you have children this is a must read! Your kids will fall in love with this fun yet educational picture book!
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Mathew John Hoffmann was born in Waltham, Massachusetts. While serving in the United States Marine Corp. he traveled to Australia, and found out about the Lyrebird. He was so intrigued with it’s special mimicking abilities, he wrote a book about it. The Lucky Little Lyrebird is his first book, and it takes on the huge task of saving our rain forest from deforestation. If you have children this is a must read! Your kids will fall in love with this fun yet educational picture book!
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Unusual writing habits? Hmm… Well I like to take a room in the house and create a cave for myself. I can be alone for hours just writing. I really just like to write. I can write anywhere. If I see something inspiring, I write it down. My time spent in Australia inspired this book.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Stephen King, Dr. Seuss, Shel Silverstein
What are you working on now?
My current projects are working on the sequel for The Lucky Little Lyrebird (Volume 2) and the other one is a secret! Haha 🙂
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Social Media (Twitter, FaceBook, Instagram, Pinterest, Tumblr and YouTube)
Do you have any advice for new authors?
I wish all new authors the best in all of their endeavors. I know how hard it can be and taxing not only on yourself but your loved ones (especially your significant other haha) when we need to devote time to building a brand and promoting the book. I’m a Self-Published Author and I know how mentally strenuous it can be to work on a project you love day and night just to try to have others love it too! Good Luck and Congratulations to All. I salute you!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“If you work like a slave, you’ll eat like a King”.
What are you reading now?
1984
What’s next for you as a writer?
I have countless projects- both current and future.
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 Autobiography of Malcolm X
The Art of War
A Brave New World
Encyclopedia
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