Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Mercy Onyeyirichi is a Nigerian author who enthralls, empowers, and entertains. She has written two amazing novella with a fusion of gothic and modern psychological thrillers to deliver a one-of-a-kind experience to the readers.
Mercy is a successful filmmaker whose creative works never fail to amaze, and her movie has also won an award in the African Student Film Festival. In her free time, she loves to read and explore the beauty of the outdoors. On Sundays, you will find Mercy mingling with her beloved twin sister in the local pub discussing politics and arts.
Mercy Onyeyirichi also holds a Creative Arts Degree from the University of Lagos State, Nigeria, and is a storyteller who relishes the beauty of simple things.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
1st birthday gift is the first in a series. What inspired this peculiar story was my sister’s wedding. I and my sister are quite close and I was wondering how I would cope without her by my side. So that night, I had a strange dream that terrified me. At first I thought it was some kind of premonition or something. On a second thought, I realized how a awesome story it could be in a book. Voila! That was how 1st birthday gift came about, and I am super excited about it
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Not really.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Stephen king, JK Rowling, Nick Stephenson, Joanna Penn,
What are you working on now?
On the book two
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I believe in running some Amazon ads
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Yep!
Writing and marketing your work is one tough journey, which can be overwhelming. You have to take one step at a time so you don’t burn out. It’s just like a baby who is just starting to walk. You have to enjoy every moment along the way.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Never stop believing in your dreams.
What are you reading now?
Later by Stephen king
What’s next for you as a writer?
Growing a team of loyal readers.
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?
Bible
The 48 laws of power
Gifted hands
Author Websites and Profiles
Mercy Onyeyirichi Amazon Profile