Interview With Author Rachael Hohf
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I grew up in Missouri then spent nearly 15 years out west in Colorado before returning to my roots.
I've written 7 books for kids, an interactive series where they get to choose what to do next, and 4 books for adults in several different genres.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is called, "What Happened to Jade?" and I was inspired, honestly, by some of my favorite spooky kids' authors – Betty Wren Wright & Mary Downing Hahn. I loved how they were able to create tension without gore and tried to capture that aura for this book.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Hmm…well, I DO like to design the book cover first before I really get too deep into writing, and sometimes write the last chapter before the rest of the book is finished. (Keeps me on track that way – knowing where I'm going to end up with the story.)
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Betty Wren Wright, Mary Downing Hahn, Ray Bradbury, Jane Austen, so many! I also love mysterious, atmospheric books, too!
What are you working on now?
Now I'm working on a funny book about a writer trying to get over writer's block – but that may change if other ideas come my way and I feel like I just have to get those done first. (My work in progress was supposed to be finished before my new book was!)
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I've found the most success lately with tweeting about my books, though I do use amazon ads, as well.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Keep writing, even when it doesn't seem worth it. Having that published book in your hands is worth all the trials it took to get there! Don't give up, accept feedback, and keep improving.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Wow, that's a tough one! I think not to trust in your feelings too much. It can be easy to get out of things by saying, "I don't feel like…" For example, "I don't feel like writing today – I'll do it tomorrow." And then tomorrow comes and you still don't feel like writing.
Sometimes you need to do what you DON'T feel like doing. So, don't let your feelings boss you around.
What are you reading now?
I'm re-reading "The Haunting of Hill House," by Shirley Jackson for Halloween. I just finished Mansfield Park by Jane Austen, and will probably re-read The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman next.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Hoo boy…a lot, I hope! I want to keep exploring mildly spooky, morally complex stories with interesting characters. Maybe I'll turn that comedy I've been trying to finish into something with a few dark shadows.
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?
Whoa – I don't think I could be satisfied with only 3 or 4 books, but if I were forced to choose, I guess the Bible, The Hollow (by Agatha Christie), Mansfield Park (a new favorite), and The Hunger Games (by Suzanne Collins). Shoot, that's 4 already.
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