Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I recently been challenged. A tragedy I can honestly say I was not prepared for. It left me with too many emotions. The challenge is I need to try to accomplish great feats so I can help the people around me and I Accept. Since I cannot buy more time I found another answer. Sell. Sell myself to my work. What do I get out of it? CHANGE!
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This quest I’m taking has to lead me to conquer difficult tasks. Unlocking the first key is what allowed me to realize something simple but yet special. I want to do things a bit different. If you follow along my journey where I started from Liberia and cross to the US. You will discover I’m just an average individual. Just learning as I go. I use it to map a story of originality.
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His words bleed. How else will he know it hurts? How else will he know the deed is done? It may leave you wounded for a while but it heals. It bestows a message. But are you willing to compromise? Can you adapt?
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I traveled back in time to craft a compelling historical fiction, Rooks of the Raven. I went to work. From scratch, from page one I just started. I absorb knowledge from everything and everyone. I digested what I did not know and with that, in a way, I manipulated time. You were at home but you felt Abel’s presence. You were riding alongside her on the stagecoach just before she sold at the auction. Did you picture her face? When she realize the evil thought that corrupt her young mind? ”I rather not have my sister live a life of bondage. So I did what I thought was best” You want to know what she did to her infant sister…I cannot allow my work to be dull. It has to cut deeply. Otherwise, that wound will heal and be forgotten. My next story is Six Years Black. More on that later when its completed.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Six Years Black. I like to write about difficult subject. Even though it’s fiction it pertains to the real world. Honestly, my debut novel sparked my inspiration. My main character was such a force so I needed another strong female character.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I believe I’m one of the few that do not drink coffee. a lot of my imagination comes from my fondness of anime. Besides that, I just write when I can. I do not use outlines so everything in my head which means I can write any time.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
The Help. It a historical fiction book. I’m not an avid reader but knowing I’m i competition with a book I personally read and love gives me fuel to do better. At one point I rank higher than the Help. Proudest moment by far. I did not read the book but 12 Years a Slave is a huge influence in my story.
What are you working on now?
Crafting my prose and building my image as an author.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Anything and everything. I believe in self investment. If it propels you forward then by all means utilize it. However, do not break the bank. Some marketing can easily be done with some effort on your part and it will cost you nothing.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Devour the unknown to digest knowledge. You cannot be afraid to put yourself out there. With out pain there is no progress. Just start writing.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
When I look at others and see how much they have accomplished or simply how far they reach its a bit daunting. So never compare ones worth by another.
What are you reading now?
Millionaire Success Habits by Dean Graziosi
What’s next for you as a writer?
Continue on the journey I have set for myself. Build the lives around me the best to my ability. I get butterflies talking about my stories. Its hurts me to know how much I try but my voice is not heard. I do not plan on stopping any time soon.
What is your favorite book of all time?
A Series of Unfortunate Events. Read all of them!
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