Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hello,
Born and raised in New York City, I like traveling, reading, hanging out with friends over drinks, or just lazying in bed. I wrote and published my first novel, The Reporter and The Girl which is based on my award winning blog. Its the only book I have out…so far.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The full name is The Reporter and The Girl MINUS The Super Man! Its inspired by a short story I wrote last year, and a friend encouraged me to expand and lengthen it in to a blog series. Now the blog is a novel, or “blovel”.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Uh…I like to write my chapters on paper. I think nowadays, most people have computers and stuff, but the first first draft is usually on paper.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
So many books I’ve read…but my favorite series are Girl, With the Dragon Tatoo trilogy, Hunger Games Trilogy, French Silk by Sandra Brown. I would say their style of writing or voice has influenced me in ways.
What are you working on now?
Right now, I’m working on promoting my debut novel. I also started on another writing project that’s a coming of age story.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Well, I’m new at this, so I’m still trying to find best practices. I know book reviews help, so I’m currently looking for writers/bloggers who would be interested in doing a review.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Outreach and network. Learn what you can and don’t be afraid to make mistake, because that’s how you’ll learn.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“Patience is not the ability to wait but how you act while you’re waiting.”
In other words, these things take time….keep working on them until it happens!
What are you reading now?
Right now I’m actually waiting for a book in the mail. I ordered Rogue Rider by Larissa Ione. I got hooked on her paranormal romance series. God! I can’t wait for the end of the world, lol!
What’s next for you as a writer?
Well, I’m working on different writing projects so I can improve my writing especially for various industries. Right now I’m a health news contributor for Atlanta Black Star. I still write on my blog, TheReporterandTheGirl.com
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?
Oh no!! I can’t choose…Honestly, I would want books that I haven’t read. Because I never read the same book twice. Or maybe I could bring a kindle and download all the books I would want to read?
Ok but here are some books that I haven’t read, but would:
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
Gulp
The Book Thief
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