Q1. Hello, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
Hello Readers I’m kyile I’m a author also foodie chef and I love ghost writing. I feel people who know me understand me better. But I just really love writing I’m currently studying for a bachelors degree in creative writing even though I’ve been writing since my younger teenage ages
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘The Tenrux Society’ book?
The Tenrux Society has so much complexity and for me that is a desire of my mind which which writes these complex deep and technical story’s, I just love baffling my readers where it is the necessity to have a never ending story.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
My teachers like Hannah Lowe Frazer lee, or writers like, Ronald dahl, Jessica Fletcher, Mark Twain and Alfred Lawrence.
Q4. What’s your favorite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
Alexandra palace , one of the greatest spots in London if you want to hug the views during summer with a picnic basket and a book then look no more further this is the spot for chilling.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
Yes like find your own writing space in your mind, clear your mind of all objects and become fully passive to your chi energy’s. Keeping out the negative perseverance of persistence and go with the flow keeping following the Yang and chi energy’s sometimes a bowl of sun colored flowers in the center of the table, flowers also harnesses the chi energy’s from the sun which releases a scent to keep out the negative spirits. Find your moment then take down key notes which are needed firstly and foremost before you start to drive it
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘The Tenrux Society’ book?
Truly a secret but it took me to a very long time, to make it work the way it does.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find ‘The Tenrux Society’ book to buy?
Amazon, Waterstones, foyles, Blackwell’s, kobo. And many more.
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘The Tenrux Society’?
Had help with the cover from my publisher but the title was my idea
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
Write from your own and not from others ideas or thoughts of others who say it or have said it.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
The whole secret in inside the book waiting for you to open then all will be revealed. Nothing to show from a blurb you must never judge a book by its cover.
Book: Letting God’s Word Speak: Lessons on Deepening Your Faith
Q1. Hello, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
I’m Tony Crouch, Christian by choice, accountant by trade. I’m currently serving Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas as the Vice President of Finance/Chief Financial Officer, however I am fortunate to work from home and reside in Catoosa, Oklahoma. I have been married for 35 years to my lovely wife Vicki and we have four kids, nine grandkids, and five great grandkids. I grew up in Alva, Oklahoma where I was introduced to Jesus at First Christian Church. I was baptized at the age of 10 and have spent most of the rest of my life trying to learn God’s Word and His will, but only in the last few years have I learned to surrender myself to Him. He is the one in whom I place my full trust and confidence.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘Letting God’s Word Speak: Lessons on Deepening Your Faith’ book?
Actually, I didn’t know I was writing a book when I started. I set out to answer a calling the Holy Spirit and write a regular article on Facebook devoted to Christian thought. During my daily Bible study, I would note verses or parables that spurred ideas. I wrote about them as they came. Sometimes, the articles were timed close together, sometimes days apart. As the number of articles and readers grew, one of my good friends suggested it was a book I was writing. I dismissed the idea, but she wouldn’t stop insisting that was what was happening. To show her it was not, I sent the book to a Christian publishing company, and it turns out she was right. The hardest thing for me, once I was done and everything submitted to the publisher for editing was accepting the editor’s suggestions. She did an incredible job, but she took out many of my prepositional phrases. As it turns out, I really like prepositional phrases.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
I specifically like the Book of John in the Holy Bible, but also James. I appreciate how they make understanding who Jesus is practical and relatable, but they also offer room for personal thought and exploration for deeper meanings. In secular writing, I appreciate Andrew Wommack and his straightforward, no sugar-coating style of teaching. Greg Mohr is another writer who is very good with relating scripture to life.
Q4. What’s your favorite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
I don’t know that I have a favorite spot. I live in an incredibly diverse state – Oklahoma – where you can find national forests, sand dunes, flat plains, salt beds, caverns, mesas, lakes and hills. But I’ve also lived in Montana and Kansas. Montana is a beautiful state as well, especially from the Rockies and west. Forced to choose, I’d probably go back to my childhood and pick my granddad’s farm in early morning when the cattle are asking for breakfast and the sun is peeking up over the cedar trees a few canyons away.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
As noted above, I didn’t set out to write a book, so in my case, the real preparation was opening my heart to hear God’s voice.
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘Letting God’s Word Speak: Lessons on Deepening Your Faith’ book?
The chapters are mostly from my Facebook writings, but several are unique to the book. The process was about a year from the first article until I send the final text to the publisher, and then about six more months through the editing and creative process.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find ‘Letting God’s Word Speak: Lessons on Deepening Your Faith’ book to buy?
The book is available in print from Amazon and Barnes & Noble, and as an e-book on Barnes & Noble. I see it on other online book retailers as well.
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘Letting God’s Word Speak: Lessons on Deepening Your Faith’?
The cover was created by the publisher. We talked through ideas, but the design was truly all theirs. The title morphed a bit as we finished up the editing. I didn’t have a name (because I didn’t’ set out to write a book). My friend who suggested the book had mentioned the phrase “when God speaks, listen” as she encouraged me. I feel God’s greatest attribute is His grace, so I had tentatively titled it “When God Speaks Grace”. As the editor finished her work, she suggested the book was really more about hearing God speak. As we talked back and forth, it became “Letting God’s Word Speak: Lessons on Deepening Your Faith”.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
In my case, every chapter is its own story. There is some references back to previous thoughts or experiences, but as a rule, each chapter is fresh and stands on its own. Because I was inspired by scriptures throughout the Bible, the topics are many and varied. But, of course they all tie back to God working in our lives and how we should respond to that.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
God is speaking to each of us through the Holy Spirit, but we have to be an active listener to hear. His voice may come to us in scripture (often for me), through song lyrics, through teachings, or maybe something someone randomly says (although God’s work is never random). If our minds are open and seeking, we will hear His voice and grow in relationship with Him as we respond.
Q1. Hello, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
My name is Viv Cockram but I write under my maiden name of Viv Booth. I live on the North Norfolk Coast with my husband, two opinionated West Highland Whites and a deaf cat. We have five children and twelve grandchildren. I have had a varied career as a Shop Assistant, Buyer, Business Analyst and College Lecturer. My love of writing started as a child and has continued throughout my life but I only released Paying with Fish in February this year. Since then I have written my second book which is with my publisher and I am currently awaiting the final proofs.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘Paying With Fish’ book?
The main challenge I faced was maintaining focus, life tends to get in the way and changes your direction constantly. Running concurrently to the focus challenge is belief. Belief in myself, that I can actually achieve what I started, that it is good enough and that other people will want to read it.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
I love books that are slightly ridiculous in the way that they use language so I absolutely love all Georgette Heyer novels, plus she always portrays strong women. My favourite book of all time which I would love to emulate but have absolutely no chance of achieving is ‘To Kill a Mocking Bird’ by Harper Lee.
Q4. What’s your favourite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
As I live on the North Norfolk Coast my favourite place to visit is the sea, it is definitely my happy place and things always seem to shift into focus and right themselves when I am there.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
Indeed as I write memoirs I firstly have to get to a point where I find the key to unlock the filing cabinet in my mind , once this is achieved memories come tumbling out in no order whatsoever. I do not start at the beginning of the book and write to the end, I write what ever pops up first. I then start to place the pieces of the book into a sensible order.
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘Paying With Fish’ book?
Longer than I expected. I started in 2014 but then I lost focus and life events took over as they often tend to do. I completed the book during in lockdown in the COVID pandemic.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find ‘Paying With Fish’ book to buy?
Paperback is available online at Amazon, Austin Macauley, iMusic, Waterstones, Barnes and Noble, Walmart, Flipkart, Booktopia, and at many more online booksellers E-book is available through Amazon, Kobo, Apple Books, Scribd
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘Paying with Fish’?
The book cover for me was easy, it is a combination of real images of two of my favourite places in France, the beach and the secret garden of the house we lived in. The title of the book is what I said when paying at the vets, I was over confident with the use of my new language. Instead of saying I was paying with cash I confused the word ‘cash’ with the verb for ‘to fish’ and so the title of the book was born.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
I try very hard to write in the way that I speak. I am originally from the north of England and therefore have a specific way of speaking which I try to transfer into my writing. I am a great believer in focusing on the positive and have a very direct and descriptive style which hopefully engages the reader.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
As I write memoirs and therefore about real people and events, albeit from my perception and view of the world I change the names of the characters involved. However, if you know, then you will know.
Q1. Hello Sir, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
My name is Henry Lunceford and I have grown up in Overland Park, Kansas. I am currently attending the University of Kansas pursuing a Bachelor’s in Aerospace Engineering, so finding a good balance between writing, schoolwork, and other activities is a constant goal I’m trying to achieve.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘SUB-CON’ book?
Most of the challenge associated with writing Sub-Con is making sure the pace is the novel is kept fast so as to engage the reader, but not too fast so that the dramatic and emotional moments still have weight to them. On a more relatable note, when I was writing the novel during high school, I did find it difficult to make time for writing especially when I wasn’t on break.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
Writers like James Dashner and Anthony Horowitz were of great inspiration for me. I like the sci-fi, fantasy elements that Dashner plugs into his dystopian novels and I like the way Horowitz frames his action scenes to make them the most tense they can be.
Q4. What’s your favourite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
My favorite spot that I’ve visited in my country is probably either Vail, Colorado or Palm Springs, Los Angeles. Vail is very cozy and vibrant with the town itself being full of personality and history, not to mention the skiing during the winter and fall and the hiking during spring and summer.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
Of course. You need to have the entire novel storyboarded, know what theme you’re going to center around, know who each character is, their motivations, their personality, their stake in the plot and how each of them fits into the theme. Most importantly, however, the novel must be something your passionate about, something that will motivate you to keep writing. Afterall, while you are writing for an audience, this is your story and it should be fulfilling to you first
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘SUB-CON’ book?
A little bit over a year. Approximately 13 months.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find ‘SUB-CON’ book to buy?
You can find the book on essential sites like Amazon, Barnes and Noble, my publisher’s website, Austin Macauley, as well as Blackwell’s, Booktopia, and Books A Million (BAM), among several others.
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘SUB-CON’?
I wanted the cover and title to be simple enough so as to not spoil the surprise of what the novel is about, but the vibrancy of the cover entices the reader into picking up the book to really gage what story is about.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
To keep things fresh, I am constantly thinking of new ideas for stories on top of developing the novel I am currently writing. I also try to think of ways to surprise the reader in ways that not only subvert their expectations, but also in a way that is believable and sensible. I have to write stories that are interesting to me, stories that reinvent the wheel or feel like something I’ve never seen before.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
I would say that the only secret I can share is that in this novel and the two that will follow it, as the story develops further, it will become darker, more mature with each installment as you dive deeper into the world that this narrative poses and uncover the horrors that the protagonist uncovers along the way.
Q1. Hello, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
Thanks for inviting me. I’d describe myself as a conflicted extrovert/introvert who can act up as the life and soul of the party but, like most writers, really appreciate solitude. When I’m with people, I always make them laugh and fancy myself as a stage-shy comedian. I’m cursed with a sense of the ridiculous and always look for the mischief in formality. I retired from my job in pharmaceuticals a couple of years ago and moved to a very small hamlet in Norfolk. I spend my days wearing jeans and country boots, but with good makeup, hair and jewellery. I grew up with horses and dogs in the countryside of Buckinghamshire and now love the big skies and coastline of Norfolk and Suffolk. My first love is my two weimaraners and they were huge inspiration in my move here.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘Lifestyle Manners To Drive Success’ book?
When I was writing Lifestyle Manners to Drive Success, my key challenges were keeping it accessible to everyone without appearing superior or elitist. Because the phrase ‘Mind your Manners’ has a bossy overtone to it, I challenged myself to make the book fun to read and hopefully a little bit insightful. My challenge was always to express my playful side by referencing little elements of humour without undermining the key messages. The other challenge was to translate embedded good manners that would be transferrable across our fast-paced and often digital presence.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
When I was 11 years old, I was given The Handbook of Etiquette by Barbara Cartland. I immersed myself into it, thinking I would need to know how to manage visiting dignitaries and avoid being vulgar at all times. It devotes chapters on dining with or without staff and gave me hilarious expectations of how my adult life would become. It inspired me to write a more contemporary and relatable interpretation. The authors I really admire are Howard Jacobson for his exquisite grammar and intellect, Terry Hayes (I am Pilgrim) for his ability to write such intricate and flawless plots and Paula McLain (When the Stars Go Dark) for her visceral emotional investment into her characters. It is humbling and inspirational to read their work and they influence me to work harder at my other projects.
Q4. What’s your favourite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
It’s hard for me to recall one favourite spot I like to visit in my own country but I love the soft landscapes of Chichester and Goodwood.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
My internal dialogue is far more extensive and complex than my external dialogue so writing is the perfect outlet for me. My books are my way of emptying my mind of thoughts. For novels, I have to map characters’ ages before I start writing or they age at different rates throughout the book.
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘Lifestyle Manners To Drive Success’ book?
It took me around six months to write Lifestyle Manners to Drive Success because I constantly criticise everything I write and re-write it multiple times.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find ‘Lifestyle Manners To Drive Success’ book to buy?
Lifestyle Manners to Drives Success can be bought from Amazon or ordered from bookshops.
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘Lifestyle Manners To Drive Success’?
I can’t take credit for the book cover. I knew I wanted pale blue with white writing but the image was suggested by my friend, Helen and I liked it on sight – simple and clean looking.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
I try to keep things fresh for myself and my readers by exploring common threads of conversation on social media, social observations and constant rewriting to stay relevant.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
I think the biggest secrets in the book are influenced by some of the people I know. I suffer moments of clarity when I wonder if they’ve worked out that I was referring to them.
Q1. Hello, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
Thank you to Sassy Reviews and their subscribers for the opportunity to learn more about Better Gnomes & Gardens and the Mysty Haven Series. About Casey Cardel, living in a small town of Wisconsin has its benefits to explore the quiet life and enjoy hobbies like gardening, cooking, lakeview sunsets and the ever-so- hyper squirrel life. As much as hobbies are enjoyed, reading books when time permits are a treasure. I’ve been a fan of mysteries, paranormal romances, science fiction and horror for a long time and found that cozy mysteries are my favorites. My first writing began when I was sixteen after my high school teacher suggested I consider writing as a career. Though many years had passed, I held onto the idea and wrote a few short stories here and there, but never followed through with publishing. I felt the work wasn’t good enough, so I ‘practiced’ and learned more about the art of writing as time passed.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘Better Gnomes & Gardens’ book?
There were only two key challenges that were faced while writing Better Gnomes & Gardens. 1. Timing and placement of clues, and 2. Research. For us, writing this book consisted of many hours of collaboration and research on the characters. We wanted a unique cozy mystery series where the elements of myths and legend lore blend with fiction. The timing and placement of particular clues
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
There have been many books I’ve read over the years, and perhaps only a few authors have influenced my writing. Katherine Smith is one of my favorite authors who has greatly influenced my writing with her style. Each author develops a unique style over time. Smith has a very smooth writing style that I love. She has a way of making you fall in love with her main characters. Morgana Best has the witty sassy style I enjoy reading with her main characters. Stephen King, of course has the suspense and twists that influenced my writing from an early age.
Q4. What’s your favourite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
My favorite spot to visit would be Orange Beach, Alabama and Pensacola Beach, Florida. I love the sugar white sandy beaches and the emerald, blue waters. The beach is a soothing getaway, and I do love the water. I’ve even been lucky enough to see a few dolphins at play.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
Yes. Researching history, legends and mythology for the characters. Writing the characters out in detail before the book even starts. Next, there is the plot planning and of course the twists.
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘Better Gnomes & Gardens’ book?
Better Gnomes & Gardens took about 2 months to write from start to finish, after all the background work had been completed.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find ‘Better Gnomes & Gardens’ book to buy?
Better Gnomes & Gardens is available worldwide at different book retailers, such as Amazon, Barnes & Nobles, Apple iBooks, Books A Million, Target and many international book retailers.
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘Better Gnomes & Gardens’?
The book cover went through many changes before reached its resting point. Lol No one could agree on the right cover layout. My editor finally started suggesting a few cover ideas and to ‘keep it simple”.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
While writing, I keep in mind my personal likes and dislikes. I try to keep each chapter interesting and captivating for the reader by creating something new for the readers and myself to explore. If at any given moment, I find myself ‘skipping’ paragraphs during the re-reading phase, I immediately stop and begin deleting and rewriting.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
The inhabitants of Mysty Haven identify as “Mysticals”, rather than paranormal. Hint, the name Mysty Haven. Each of the characters have an interesting background and role to play in the little town that’s hidden from the human view. Readers will find a combination of twists on mythical creatures and legendary lore within this tight net little community.
Q1. Hello, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
I am a part-time author and full-time caregiver at a retirement community. I have two dogs and a rabbit.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘Lethal Woman’ book?
Some challenges that I faced while writing ‘Lethal Woman’ were, I was young. I was in high school when I wrote it, so my experience was limited. But I had an idea and many loved it, so I had to keep faith in myself. But I also lost my need to write the book for a while. Not writer’s block, particularly, but maybe… writer’s confusion. After a year I picked up the book idea again and then finished it.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
Honestly, I just have favorite writers. Some like Jodi Meadows, Cassandra Clare, Veronica Roth, and Nora Roberts have taught me wording skills and the simple act of ‘Don’t overdo it’ when it comes to writing. What I read doesn’t influence what I write. I wish it would. But all the books I’ve read throughout my years, they have all taught me one thing; enjoy the process of your own work and don’t force a story that doesn’t come.
Q4. What’s your favorite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
I live in California but I haven’t traveled much within it. I went to Fort Bragg when I was young, and the crispness of the air and the sound of the water was very relaxing. It wasn’t a mind blowing experience, but it brought me peace for a few hours.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
It all depends. With each book I have a different process. Lethal Woman was the first book I wrote that I was proud of, and I didn’t plan or outline until I went back through and did edits. But lately I do draft and format where the story will be going as I write. Many of my ideas come to me while writing, so I will write everything out and then change a chapter or so later. I tend to go with the flow of the words as I write. But before I can even think about writing I have to have the right type of music and I have to be in the right mood. It’s tricky, but I attempt to get inside the head of whatever character the chapter is in the point of view of. I also lack focus at times and writing helps me stay in tune with my own life. Writing gives me control of life when I have no real grasp of what’s in front of me.
Q6. How long did it take you to write a ‘Lethal Woman’ book?
Lethal Woman was a long process, I started it at the end of my freshman year of high school and finished it my Junior year. But edits weren’t done until I had graduated and started submitting it for publishing. So in total… about five years. But I learned a lot and bettered myself for the next books in the series.
Q7. On what platforms readers can find your book to buy?
My book can be found on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and on the Wild Rose Press catalog page.
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title?
The title was probably the easiest part of the book. She was labeled as the Lethal Woman, so I decided to have that be the title of the book. The cover, that was tricky for me. I had preferences and wants, and the cover artist, Kim Mendoza, did what I asked. For the cover I filled out a form about what I want, what elements would be good for a cover, and the main character. Everything was pieced together, and once the cover was done, I saw it and I loved it.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
To keep things fresh for myself and my readers, I take a break. When I feel like everything is being repeated or dragging more than it needs to be, I seperate myself from my work. I walk my dogs. I read. I go for a run. Anything to make me think but not allow me to write. When I’m separated from the keyboard, my mind is forced to think and remember. But ultimately to keep things fresh I just take a step back. Forcing what’s not right, it just causes more issues down the line.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
My publishers would say no… but as a rebel, all I can say is that nothing is as it seems. Trust must be earned and not everyone keeps their word. Do what you will with that information, but above all else, I hope those that read Lethal Woman enjoy it and stick around for the sequel!
Q1. Hello, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
My name is Rachel Porter and I graduated with a degree in Creative Writing and Film Studies. I currently hold a job in finance – boring I know. But love that I can now say I am also an author. I currently live in the South East of England. Its safe to say I’ve had a passion for storytelling for as long as I can remember since my mum loves to tell the story that I sat and watched the whole of The Wizard of Oz when I was two years old. I decided I wanted to be an author ten years ago at fourteen when I wrote ten pages (front and back) for a short story project at school. Even though it was easily ten times longer than everyone else’s, my teacher said it was her favorite. So, I decided to go for it and try to become a novelist – I might as well use my crazy dreams for something.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘Angel In The Mirror The Burning One’ book?
Honestly, it was trying to remember everything. It is such a complex world being created and I would often find myself stuck trying to remember what had happened and what name I had used before. That was when my trustee folder was created – I call it my ‘Angels Folder’ where all my notes are. Not to mention my terrible character drawings – definitely will stick to writing and not try to become an artist.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
I fell in love with Derek Landy’s Skulduggery Pleasant when I was ten. My mum had bought them for my brother, but they slowly made their way onto my book shelf. Then later I fell for Sarah J. Maas and then came along George R. R. Martin. All are so different in style and worlds, but all have created such amazing characters. I am a character driven reader and that’s what I love about these authors. Whilst the storyline is cleverly structured, it’s the characters that have me gripped and I hope I’ve been able to take influence into my own work.
Q4. What’s your favorite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
It’s not really a special spot, but a city. Bath is the home of literacy here in the UK and I feel like I’m walking through history. I know I’ll move there one day. Whenever I’ve visited it’s just felt calming and as if my imagination can run free.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
I do what most people probably will think is mad, but the best part about writing is that there are no rules. I will normally only have the main characters planned out and how I want the story to start and end. Then I go ahead and start writing. Even though I have hardly anything planned, I’ve never had writers block with a story. In fact, it often feels like I’m reading and finding out about the story as I write it.
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘Angel In The Mirror The Burning One’ book?
Truthfully, there are two answers to this. I first got the idea when I was fifteen. I created the characters and wrote the first version – which was absolutely awful. Then, I left it and hardly touched it until I was twenty-two and the whole world went into lockdown. There, I started again from complete scratch a part from the characters. And within a month, I had a complete manuscript. But it was no where near done and it took another eight months of editing – getting others to read it and comment on before sending it out. So, if you want the short answer, I would say it took about a year, but the long answer is it took nine years from when I got the first idea at fifteen and it officially being published at age twenty-four.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find ‘Angel In The Mirror The Burning One’ book to buy?
Everyone can get it through the publisher’s website – Austin Macauley. Also, in the US it’s available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. And in the UK, it’s available on Amazon and Waterstones.
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘Angel In The Mirror The Burning One’?
It was so long ago when I came up with the title I can’t remember the whole process. But I do remember going through a load of ideas as I do for characters until it feels right. But majority of the time it just comes to me and it feels perfect. Same as the front cover. I knew I wanted the mirror because it’s such an integral part of the story. Then I did wonder if to feature the main character. I did a few sketches to see and then sent a plan for the talented artists at the publishers to create the version we see.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
I think the best thing to do is try to ensure the characters always feel relevant. It doesn’t matter on the setting and if the story isn’t set in this time period. If you feel connected to the character then you will always feel the pull back to the story. Also, I love fast paced storylines and if it feels like it’s constantly moving then you won’t want to put it down.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
The blurb mainly focuses on the threat of the story. But something I’m sure readers will be gripped onto is that there is an in-depth magic system that focuses on the four elements. There is a fun dynamic for many of the characters with this new power – especially Annith – so readers can submerge themselves into this new world.
Book: You Don’t Suck: How To Overcome Impostor Syndrome
Q1. Hello, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
I am Max Masure. I use they/them pronouns. I am from France, and I live in Brooklyn, NY, since 2012. I am a proud published author since I released my book ‘You Don’t Suck: How To Overcome Impostor Syndrome’ in March 2022. During my day, I work as a UX strategist for the National Institute of Health and as an inclusion consultant by leading training workshops. I have a fluffy cat named Pinkie and a fantastic 8-year-old, and we laugh a lot.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘You Don’t Suck: How To Overcome Impostor Syndrome’ book?
My biggest challenge was having imposter syndrome while writing about imposter syndrome! This is my first book, and I never published anything before except a few blog posts. But I kept returning to why I wanted to publish this book: to support people, especially underrepresented folks, getting closer to their inner power so they can find their inner power and overcome imposter syndrome.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
I knew from the beginning that I wanted my book to have a workbook component. On top of sharing my journey on how I overcame imposter syndrome over the years, I wanted to share the exercises I came up with to support myself in living more authentically and with more confidence. I reviewed a few books with prompts and got a lot of inspiration from them.
Creativity Takes Courage, by Irene Smit and Astrid van der Hulst
We Inspire Me, by Andrea Pippins
Q4. What’s your favourite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
I love going on silent meditation retreats. My favorite place is Garrison Institute in New York. They have this bamboo forest where I love lying down and breathing, looking up, and listening to the wind going through the bamboo.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
I was swimming in the book’s content for a while before really thinking about a book. I benefited from my self-help exercises, and I wanted to offer these powerful activities to more people. For a few months, my living room walls were covered in sticky notes while I was sorting out all the ideas I had in mind. I needed that time to get everything out of my head before writing the first line.
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘You Don’t Suck: How To Overcome Impostor Syndrome’ book?
I started to imagine the content in the spring-summer of 2020. I tested the prompts and exercises through workshops with a group of folks which allowed me to validate some and improve others. I worked on a manuscript and started to work with my publisher, Publish Your Purpose, who helped me find an editor and a cover designer. I did not need a designer for the inside of the book as I knew I was going it myself, being a designer by trade. I released my book in March 2022. So it took two years.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find ‘You Don’t Suck: How To Overcome Impostor Syndrome’ book to buy?
Bookshop.org
Amazon
Amazon Kindle
Barnes and Noble
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘You Don’t Suck: How To Overcome Impostor Syndrome’?
I listened to what my imposter syndrome was telling me when I was not confident, and I kept hearing, “You suck!”. I started thinking the title should be “You suck” so people would relate to the little voice we hear inside of us when we doubt ourselves. And then it clicked: no, we don’t suck! That’s how I turned the title into “You (don’t) Suck.” I wanted the title to be very large and screaming at the reader, and I had this vision of a visual that would make it seems that it said, “You Suck” from afar, and you would see the “don’t” when you looked closer. I worked with Nelly Murariu on the cover, and she quickly understood what I wanted!
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
I used the workshops where I tried out my content and exercises as a way to test out what connects with my readers. I am now offering imposter syndrome workshops where I use the activities from the book, and I moderate raw, honest, and empowering conversations on the topic of imposter syndrome, confidence, and vulnerability.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
In the book, I share my story that turns around my coming out as a transgender masculine person five years ago and how my confidence grew as I went closer to my inner self. I found my voice and a sense of purpose by sharing my story: I guide people through the prompts and exercises so they can tap into their inner power. My goal is to wake up more and more folks so we can be our true selves and achieve what we deserve
Q1. Hello Sir, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
I am anthony a 35 year old tradesman from he uk . Originally from a poetry backround i started young, at this time i was also dyslexic which was a real struggle at times With the help of a teacher one on one i managed to get to a stage where i could read however i have only read mr men books and manuals in my time nothing more As i got older women preferred to be teased and enticed by fantasy so i moved to erotic poetry .. with the help of a romance novelist i was pushed into writing stories When 50 shades came out it really hit home just how popular that kind of stories were so i was personally sharing my work with people, never thought i would be publishing them After time of writing and many people telling me i should publish and share these stories i thought ok why not and i looked a many ways .. i was offered publishing contract but in the end i looked at self-publishing as i want to publish many stories The response has always been better than i imagined .. i have never been able to read back my stories and understand the, so it brings me great pride when people tell me that they loved them Apologies if my writing is not grammatically correct, i am still learning
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘Reporting On Desire Service With A Climax’ book?
The challenge i always have is the writing , grammar etc i have always struggled from being dyslexic when i was little . Thank goodness for proofreaders !
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
Unfortunately i have never really read a book but i started with erotic poetry which i posted online and then an author (cindy dees )got in contact and said i should try writing stories as the details were graphic and detailed . She enjoyed them Also when 50 shades of grey came out and the reaction everyone gave it really picked up that genre from tv s shows and books etc it seemed from then things started to get more steamy .. i wanted to join in with that
Q4. What’s your favourite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
Any beach is special , the sound of the waves and looking out into the ocean you can be in your own place and in your min be anywhere in the world
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
Because i write short fantasy ranging from 2000 to 14000 words i usually just think of a job or scenario like single mom , estate agent , doctor etc then fill in the story .. usually when i start i have a story in around 4-8 hours i get engrossed in the story . I can write alot of stories and i have many ideas but i also take requests .. he audience is key for me i want them to enjoy every word and i want their fantasies to come alive no matter how graphic
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘Reporting On Desire Service With A Climax’ book?
Reporting on desire took around 5 hours not including the proofreaders time
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find ‘Reporting On Desire Service With A Climax’ book to buy?
Amazon kindle and paperback .. also there is an audio version which will be available soon
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘Reporting On Desire Service With A Climax’?
I have a friend she is a journalist she asked me to write a story that she could relate to . Which is what i would like all my readers to do. I instantly thought it needed to be steamy and the tapped part for me was key and then the odd tease of frustration in the build up .
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
starting as a poet i loved how people felt the words and the responces i got . i am constantly looking at new ways of doing things to tease and entice the readers . i am only at the start of this journey .. there is alot more to come and i will only get better with my words The first few stories are almost like feelers to get used to what i am doing right and not so right
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
The blurb describe the story very well and the only secret thats not in the blurb is just how detailed and graphic it gets … this is not a story for your nan put it that way .
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