Interview With Author Triona Uwem
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a popularly called HRH because I am a Nigerian Beauty Queen who has previously contested in Six national beauty pageants. I have only written one novel so far.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My book is titled Adventures of Relviana. It’s my debut novel inspired by my own childhood fantasy of marrying a prince and becoming a princess/Queen of a nation.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I speak to myself when writing.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Chimammanda Ngozi Adichie. She is my literary idol. I remember watching her on CNN when she won the orange prize award while writing my book and I said to myself I will be like her one day.
What are you working on now?
I am working on post-launch marketing efforts to promote my novel.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
that’s definitely Awesome gang.com
Do you have any advice for new authors?
The road to writing is rough and full of uncertainty and challenges but never give up!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
By my late father…. Take hold of every opportunity that comes your way.
What are you reading now?
Adventures of Relviana (Chuckles)
What’s next for you as a writer?
I want to broaden my Author profile with public speaking activities.
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!
My book ofcourse,
one from Chimanda
And an empty writing pad to hot down inspiration
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