Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is SammyJaye, and thus far I have written two books. Well, I guess you can say that my second book Introspections…into Life and Love is a reboot of my first book entitled simply Introspections…into Life.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The name of my latest book once again, is entitled Introspections…into Life and Love. It’s a book of 20 pieces of poetry that I conceived and put together that discuss, investigate and sometimes question what we know of to be life and love. It started out as a collection of poems that I wrote and posted on Facebook. It was an attempt to express my feelings, concerns and emotions. After some positive feedback, I decided to comprise some of them into my first book, Introspections…into Life. I was proud of that accomplishment, however my second book of poetry Introspections…into Life and Love is a personal victory and proves to be more meaningful and expressive.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Well, what I usually do is just simply write and create as the Spirit moves me. When there’s an issue, event or even a conflict that I have trouble speaking on verbally that’s when I put pen to paper.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Being more of a spoken word poet, I enjoy watching the performances of other spoken word artists over just reading poetry. But when I am in the mood to read poetry I love to read Maya Angelou, Langston Hughes and others. Mostly, I love reading inspirational stories and nonfiction books.
What are you working on now?
Since Introspections…into Life and Love is now finished and published, my intent is to create and produce music that can be somewhat of a companion to the book. In this way, I believe that the poetry will be more meaningful with the music behind it.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Well, so far I have employed three websites to assist me in promoting this book, with Awesomegang com being one of them. I plan on also doing some readings and book signings as well.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Keep focused on the end result and never give up. Never lose sight of the finished product. Make it your mission to inspire, educate and entertain others.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Believe in myself, my ability and talent. Write and create from my heart and my own personal experience and truth
What’s next for you as a writer?
With the release of Introspections…into Life and Love, my intention is to continue to write more poetry and build on the success of this volume.
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?
Think and Grow Rich
The Secret
The Power of Your Subconscious Mind
Introspections…into Life and Love
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