Interview With Author SHIRLEY STEPHENS
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
👋🏾 Hey, I’m Shirley—mom of two, auto industry vet (35+ years!), and your go-to guide for buying your first car without getting played.
đź’ˇ I teach first-time buyers how to make smart moves at the dealership.
🌱 When I’m not writing (book #3 in the works!), you’ll find me in the garden or planning my next big project.
đź“š Author of Before You Sign Anything + Built. On. Reputation.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My third book is called The Power Seat. It’s all about putting car buyers back in control—empowering them to make smart, confident decisions at every stage of the buying process, whether they’re behind the wheel on a test drive or breaking down numbers in the finance office.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Yes, I absolutely have to brain-dump when working on a book. I sit down and pour out everything that’s on my mind related to the topic—no filter, just flow. Then I step away, come back with fresh eyes, and ask myself: Did I answer the questions I set out to explore? That’s how I shape the heart of each book.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I don’t have one specific influencer—I just love to read. My method is simple: if a book looks interesting, I’ll check it out. Right now, Go for Stupid by Steve D. Sims is on my desk, and I’m also re-reading Draw the Circle by Mark Batterson. I follow curiosity wherever it leads.
What are you working on now?
I’m currently in the middle of a leadership book titled the Invisible Buyer and I’m in the middle of the frame work.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m still learning the best method through trial and error
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Patience and get ahead of marketing your book before finishing the book if possible
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Start marketing the book before finishing it.
What are you reading now?
I’m in the middle of the Super Natural Power
What’s next for you as a writer?
Learning how, why, when, who and putting my best foot forward on each book.
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?
The Bible
Draw the Circle
The Super Natural Power
Built on Reputation
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