Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Nykeeba Halisi Hali, I am $0 Years of age and I am from NYC. I currently live in Los Angeles, CA where I began this journey into writing literature. As of today I have written two books. My third and fourth books, I am in the process of writing now.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is called The Long Way Home, Secrets of the Lost Cities. What inspired me to write this piece was the people of Los Angeles. Being one of the only women they have met from Harlem, they had many questions to ask ranging from how the way New Yorkers live to common concerns such as growing up so close to the Apollo. As one could guess, I was a bit tired of answering the same questions over and over again, so I sort out to write about it, that way if they wanted to know, they could simply read my book.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I will admit I do in fact have two unusual writing habits and they would be, I do my best writing when I have an ice cold 7 up present and I often type with one hand.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I would have to say the authors who have inspired me the most would have to be Donald Goines, J. K. Rowling, Donald J. Sobol, Judy Blume, Edgar Allen Poe, and Jackie Collins.
What are you working on now?
I am currently working on the final installment of The Long Way Home Series. I am also currently taking a stab at writing urban fiction. The name of that book is called “Suga”.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
The best method I have found to be effective when promoting ones book/books would be to promote through all social media sites, join as many book clubs as possible and always read a few books from other authors and give reviews. You will be surprised how many people will be eager to read your book but only if you read theirs.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Stay focused and to never give up. Whether that be social media or physically going outdoors and selling to the public. Do It! There should be no fear after your book is already published.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Never allow someone to discourage you from completing your goals, and to always have the confidence to write the truth and stand by your words.
What are you reading now?
I am currently reading a book entitled “Cop Killas” by Author D Mann.
What’s next for you as a writer?
What’s next for me would have to be to continue writing. I plan on writing until I can no longer write.
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?
If I was stranded on a desert Island and only allowed 3 or 4 books, I would have to bring The Color Purple, Cop Killas, Dopefiend and Heidi.
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