Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hi! My name is Olianna. I’m best known for my motivational quotes and my first non-fiction novel, Fairytale Formula.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
I have always been a fan of motivational talks and inspirational works from people like Albert Einstein, Tony Robbins, Esther Hicks (Abraham) and Rhonda Byrne. I’ve been studying Kabbalah for years, and attended Tony Robbins workshops. I have published motivational quotes which have gone viral, and had success with my first blog called Tinder Chick, which was teaching women to fairytale in the post Tinder era. It wasn’t until my mom’s passing that I started writing. And, when I started, I couldn’t stop. I started writing for myself, to lift my spirits during a difficult time when hope was scarce and the world seemed dark. And, then it somehow turned into a 200 page novel. It helped me get through dark times, and I hope it will help other people as well.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I wouldn’t think so. Writing is a hobby. It’s something I do when I feel like it. I never have a schedule. I write when I’m inspired.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
My biggest influences are: Albert Einstein, Tony Robbins, Esther Hicks and Rhonda Byrne— all of whom are in the book, with Einstein’s theories leading the way.
What are you working on now?
Right now I’m working on my second book, which is based on my blog “Tinder Chick”. The book is called Swipe Right: A Single Girl’s Guide to Fairytales in the Post-Tinder Era.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m brand new to self publishing world, and I’m learning as I’m going.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
My biggest advice would be– to write, and to not stop writing. Writing is a muscle which can be developed. The more you write, the better you get.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
The best advice I have ever heard came from my late mother– which also inspired this book. Every time life would get hard, she would say that: “Life is a fairytale, but to see it, you must open your eyes.”
What are you reading now?
Right now I’m reading a book called “The Soul’s Code” by James Hillman.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I want to continue to write, inspire and motivate people to live their best lives.
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?
That’s a great question. I would bring a book of inspiring quotes, one book of Tony Robbins, one Kabbalah book, and Fairytale Formula.
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