Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m a new MG fantasy book Author from Los Angeles, Ca, who recently released her very first series of books. I have two books available and one on pre-order through Amazon.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Samantha Maree: Driving Out The Darkness is my latest book. It began as a poem in 2015 about a turtle who ate soap lol. The turtle still plays a big part in the book, but is no longer the only focus. One of the main character’s is Samantha Maree, a little girl with psychic abilities who befriends the turtle. My daughter is Samantha Maree, but a lot of the character’s experiences are based on my life as a pre-teen.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Yes! I create my illustrations prior to writing my book. I see the characters in my mind and the stories they wish to tell. But, for some odd reason I can’t put every detail in writing until I have the artwork finished.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Octavia E. Butler is my favorite author. There are no limits to her creative writing style. I admired that growing up.
What are you working on now?
I’m currently working on narrating my book series with my daughter.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I think Goodreads is an amazing place to network with other authors and to gain a fan base for your work.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Keep going! Don’t get too caught up in marketing. Write your heart out!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“This too shall pass.”
It’s helped to cherish every good moment in my life.
What are you reading now?
Right now I’m re-reading my own work before its launch date 7/11/2021.
Samantha Maree: The Beginning Of The End
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m currently working on a spin-off of The Samantha Maree Series, where I go into the lives of her royal fairy family. I can’t say more than that.
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?
If I were stranded on an island I’d definitely take every Octavia E. Butler book ever written. Lol
Author Websites and Profiles
Z. Brown Website
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