Book: I Will Pray For You
Q1. Hello Ma’am, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
Thank you for the kind opportunity to be part of your program. My name is Janet Odani. I am a gospel singer/songwriter/ nature photographer and author based in Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘I Will Pray For You’ book?
As a songwriter, I find that songs are written within certain limits – that is of lyrics, concept, rhythmic tone and have a definite end. I found writing this book enjoyable because I was allowed to expand on concepts bit by bit without paying attention to bringing the creative writing piece to a conclusion within a brief timeframe. I enjoyed thinking about and merging several creative concepts. One challenge was to not allow creativity to go too far in creative ideas so as the blur the main theme of the story.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
The Holy Bible is my first choice of influence for any kind of creativity I do. There are lots of other notable books on biblical principles I have learnt from. However I would like to draw attention to these two books namely ‘Kingdom Principles’ by Dr Myles Munroe and ‘Purpose Driven Life’ by Rick Warren.
Q4. What’s your favourite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
I enjoy the serenity and beauty of natural surroundings and one of my favourite spots (as well as many others) is place called the Promised Lands in Gleniffer Valley. It’s very scenic location along Never Never River and people take time out to relax by the waterside, have a swim and enjoy nature walks along the creek.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
Generally I have a few ideas of what I think the book should be about before i start writing. I think fictional books award you the opportunity to create the story as you write so I don’t really have a lot to do before I start writing (in terms of research). I just start writing and then discover more as the the story unfolds.
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘I Will Pray For You’ book?
It took me about 9 months to write the book ‘ I will pray for you’.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find your books to buy?
The ebook is available on Amazon, Apple Books and other major stores. it is also available or download at my website (www.janetodani.com)
The audio book is available on stores such as Audible, Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other major stores.
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘I Will Pray For You’?
After completing the book, I wanted the book cover to reflect the beauty of the story. As a nature photographer, I particularly have a soft spot for flowers and landscapes. The book cover is a photograph of a flower taken in spring bursting in colour and I felt this photograph suited the book cover perfectly. Regarding the book title ‘I will pray for you’, I wanted a title that described the book in a simple succinct way.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
I imagine myself reading the book and if I feel bored or feel the story lacks interesting turns or twists then I conclude readers will feel just the same. I hope readers have an enjoyable and insightful experience when reading this book.
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