Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hi. I’m Cynthia Elomaa. I’ve written many picture books in my Nicky Picture Book Series. The first to be published this Fall 2023. I also write young adult novels, and poetry.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
I have to admit Twilight inspired me to get down to business and finally write the young adult novel that was inside me all along. I just didn’t know it. I’m trying to get an agent for that work now.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I don’t think so. Although I hear that most writers like to write to music in the background. I love complete silence. I get lost in the zone if you will.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Jason Hook, picture book author. Jan Burnett, all the great ones!
What are you working on now?
Right now I am working with my illustrator to publish my first Nicky picture book, Nicky’s Very Messy Room. Due out this Fall 2023 through Stillwater River Publications.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Right now I can be found through my website, twitter or instagram.
Website: https://thewritingsofcynthiadifilippoelomaa.blogspot.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/CynthiaKidlit
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthiaelomaa/
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Just don’t stop writing. Never give up!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
They say write what you know. I say write what is in your heart.
What are you reading now?
Right now I am making good on a promise. An indie author like me promoting her book Treasure: by Rose Thorgaard.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Keep writing, promote Nicky’s Very Messy Room, and hopefully land an agent. Oh, and publish another Nicky book along with my young adult novel The Tournament.
What is your favorite book of all time?
Easy, Jane Eyre.
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