Interview With Author Victoria Wilchcombe
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I come from a large family and I live in the Caribbean. A love of the written word and a vast imagination inspired me to start writing fantasy. I tested the waters with Neob, my first release in 2015. I followed up with Island Seas in 2020 and now Rickshaw Rhythm in 2023.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Rickshaw Rhythm came from the power of sound to trigger emotions and memories of things past. Add a wild imagination to this concept and you get something high fantasy like Rickshaw Rhythm.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I still like to write with pen and paper then transfer over to my laptop when completed.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I read every genre but I grew up on the classics and Dean Koontz, Danielle Steele, Jackie Collins, Stephen King, Jane Austen, Brent Weeks and a host of fantasy authors. I would say the love of old folktales is my main influence.
What are you working on now?
I am working on book 2 of the Tall tales of the Galaxy series. I have planned for 3 books in this series of novellas. If I find an audience who likes it I am willing to push for 4 books. I am also working on a epic fantasy full length novel.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I tend to be really busy most days so I tend to suck on the social media side of things, but I do try to spend some time promoting on twitter @starbeam88 and I am always checking out promotion sites for my next push.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
My mom likes to say “Nothing beats a failure but a try” so keep trying and above all aim to keep improving so you can find your audience.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Just write! Something has to be on the paper/screen to edit and improve on. Find your writing voice and put in the work.
What are you reading now?
I am about to start a book called Starship Waking by C.Gockel.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I am always aiming to improve and I value all reviews, positive and negative. I will push on in finding an audience who likes my writing. I have stories to tell and I appreciate the time readers take to try my work. Above all I aim to entertain and try not to bore!
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 night angel trilogy by Brent Weeks would be my top choice. I guess I just love this series and I am not a big fan of series.
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