Interview With Author Royal Johnson
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Royal Nigel Johnson and I’m an author and illustrator whose mission is to inspire a generation to believe that their “impossible” dreams are possible. I’ve written one book titled, “YO, Manwel!!! Boys with Dreams.”
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is titled, “YO, Manwel!!! Boys with Dreams,” and I wrote it to encourage kids to believe that their dreams are attainable if they believe in themselves, work hard, surround themselves with good people, and are willing to persevere in that journey despite failure and obstacles.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Yes, I first start out with a basic idea and I immediately type it in my notes app on my Iphone. I then expand upon those thoughts in a Google Doc, and begin editing from there. Now that I think about it, that may not be so unusual.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I grew up reading manga, so many of my influences are from guys like Eiichiro Oda (who is the creator of “One Piece”), Masashi Kishimoto (who is the creator of “Naruto”), and Kazuki Takahashi (the creator of “Yu-Gi-Oh.”)
What are you working on now?
I am currently working on a young adult graphic novella that follows the story of a high school teen who is seeking to avenge his father’s death.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I use Instagram the most to promote my book online, and I also make use of local events to sell my books and build a connection with my audience.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Yes, I would tell new authors to take their craft seriously because the work they are doing is important. Believe that you have what it takes and prove it by committing to the daily grind it takes to see your project come to life.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
The best advice I’ve ever heard was to put skin in the game. Meaning that if you aren’t willing to put your own money into what you’re doing, how invested in this journey are you?
What are you reading now?
I’m currently reading “Love & War” by John and Stasi Eldredge.
What’s next for you as a writer?
What’s next for me is to continue to build a system of good habits to sharpen my abilities and commitment as an author and illustrator. I have a lot of awesome projects I want to complete, it’s just a matter of putting the work in consistently to get there.
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?
I would bring the Bible, Gregor the Overlander, and Yu-Gi-Oh! volume 2.
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