Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Keith Anthony Baird lives in rural Cumbria, England, with his partner
Ann, a mad spaniel, two cats and two goldfish. He’s also inherited two daughters and a grandson. He’s had a varied career, having been a journalist for ten years, and also a designer and a retail manager in his time. The Jesus Man is his first novel, written throughout 2016 and based upon an idea he devised just under thirty years ago.
Inspired by such luminaries as H. P. Lovecraft, Edgar Allan
Poe and H. G. Wells, his aim has been to deliver stories in
a classic vein, but with a contemporary slant in both style
and content. He aims to remain entirely independent,
producing his works his own way, without interference
from traditional publishing houses.
In his spare time, he and Ann indulge their shared love of the mountains by scaling the many peaks of the inspirational Lake District National Park.
He recently self-published his debut novel.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The novel is titled The Jesus Man. Inspired by the classics and the want to produce a story which would transcend the confines of standard fiction.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Challenging the usual constraints of the English language. Pushing the boundaries of what is accepted as the norm within the writing fraternity.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
H.P. Lovecraft, H.G. Wells and Poe.
What are you working on now?
Research and notes for the next novel.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Early stages at this point and looking for all opportunities to get the word out at this time.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Have a marketing strategy in place before you complete your book. Better to hit the ground running than to go from a standing start.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Be true to yourself and follow your instincts.
What are you reading now?
Not currently reading. Focused on developing the next book.
What’s next for you as a writer?
To grow an author profile but, most of all, to focus on creating the best work possible.
What is your favorite book of all time?
1984
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