Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Well, I have only published one book. But have 2 fully written books, just need to publish those as well.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The book is called: Guess the country. And it’s a poetry book for young kids or anyone who likes geography or likes to travel. So it’s a wide age range. But as to what inspired me, well I saw that poetry can help with your mental state. And decided to write, write and write during the whole covid situation. And ended with the idea of a poetry book for travellers and geography lovers.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Well, I can’t write anything for more than 30 minutes in silence. But I like to hear something during my writing session. I like to hear ted-talks, Netflix or anything that’s funny.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
There are many, but here are some: Patrick ness, dr Seuss.
What are you working on now?
I am working on the next two books which I have on draft. But first I am going to finish my ‘Guess the country’ series. I have 4 more books.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Well. That’s easy. Awesomegang. com.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Patient. I know it’s boring advice, but it’s true. You have to be patient and be consistent. I wanted to write a book since I was 10 years old. But now I am 16 years old. It took me nearly 6 years to make a book.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Write every day, even if you write 100 words. Just write every day.
What are you reading now?
I am reading a book called: The Unfair Advantage: How You Already Have What It Takes to Succeed by Ash Ali and Hasan Kubba.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I am going to write a whole series, and then I have two books.
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 Unfair Advantage: How You Already Have What It Takes to Succeed by Ash Ali and Hasan Kubba.
* A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness
* The Martian by Andy Weir
Author Websites and Profiles
Muhammad Ansar Mehmood Website
Muhammad Ansar Mehmood Amazon Profile