Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Jess Blenkarn, I am currently a 22-year-old student from Southern Ontario. I wrote and self-published my first book at age 15 while in the 10th grade, called Irrefutable Annihilation. Over the next two years, I wrote and self-published two more books, called Soul Survivor and West of Dawn. In 2020, I wrote The Sixth Book in 3 months, and in 2021, World Castle Publishing professionally published it.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is called The Sixth Book. It was inspired by a dream I had where a man discovered a series of six books that could predict the future. After cutting out the random dragon appearance in my dream, I came up with the final version of the book I know and love today.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
None, really. I just find that my first draft is usually very similar to the final draft. I guess that’s because I do so much planning that the first draft is exactly what I wanted. But I’m not sure how unusual that is.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Agatha Christie has been my biggest writer influence! She is so successful and every last one of her books is so captivating.
What are you working on now?
I am currently finishing my last two semesters of university, so my focus is currently on that. As for writing, I am currently writing a short story as part of my Creative Writing class, but immediately after graduating in April 2022, I’d like to write another book. I’m currently thinking up ideas for that book.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Events seem to be a great promotional method! I also heavily rely on family and friends, as well as my network on social media.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Never give up. I can’t stress this enough. No matter who tells you that you cannot be a writer. Prove them wrong every day of your life.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Write what you know. This is where the most honest and authentic writing will come from, and your readers can certainly see that.
What are you reading now?
I’m currently finishing “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” by Heather Morris. It is a great book and I highly recommend checking it out!
What’s next for you as a writer?
My fifth book! I can’t wait to get started on it in a few months after I finish school. By that point, it will have been 2 years since I last wrote a book, and I miss it so much.
What is your favorite book of all time?
“And Then There Were None” by Agatha Christie. There’s something about the ending that makes it possible for me to read it a million times and never get bored. That is my desert island book.
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