Q1. Hello, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
A1. Hello! I’m Rebecca Christo, author of the fictional novel Mirrored Wounds. I live in Wasaga Beach, Ontario and have a passion for reading and writing.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing your book “Mirrored Wounds”?
A2. The biggest challenge I faced while writing Mirrored Wounds was probably finding uninterrupted time to work. Between my job, family and social commitments, it was difficult to carve away time on a daily basis.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
A3. I grew up collecting and reading the Nancy Drew series. These books fueled my love for reading and writing from a very young age. As an adult, some of my favourite authors include Margaret Atwood, Agatha Christie and Mitch Albom.
Q4. What’s your favourite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
A4. Toronto, Ontario. My daughters both live there, I love the Toronto Blue Jays, and I’m obsessed with the culture and the night life.
Q5. What inspired you to write the book ‘Mirrored Wounds’?
A5. I’ve always loved writing short stories and I wanted to challenge myself and try writing a novel.
Q6. How long did it take you to write your book ‘Mirrored Wounds’?
A6. The entire process from start to finish was about a year and a half.
Q7. On what platforms can readers buy your books?
A7 Amazon, Chapters / Indigo, http://www.rebeccachristo.ca
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘Mirrored Wounds’?
A8. I had a clear vision for my cover from the beginning of a dark night and fireworks. The image is significant towards the end of the novel. The title was much more of a struggle. The book begins in 2007 and then jumps to present day so I wanted something that would suggest the similarities between then and now.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
A9. I have several “idea” notebooks that I’m constantly making notes in for future projects and characters.
Q10. What is the most valuable piece of advice you’ve been given about writing?
A10. Walk away if you’re struggling and clear your mind, but come back to it the next day. Keep writing.
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