Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am 28 years old. Wife and Mother of a 21 month old son and currently expecting another bundle of joy. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Statistics. Kenyan by nationality. I have been in love with reading fiction since I was in my early teens, hence my love and passion for writing emerged. I THINK MR PRESIDENT LIKES ME is my first novel. I have written a novella after I THINK MR PRESIDENT LIKES ME called FRACTURED TRUTH. Currently working on my third novel, joining writing contests, learning more about being a good author and basically trying hard to develop my writing career.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
I actually wrote the first draft of I THINK MR PRESIDENT LIKES ME back in my freshman year in high school. My friends were obsessed with it! They would line up and await for the next chapter. Sadly I never published the book because back then because being an author wasn’t considered a fancy profession in my country. I abandoned my talent and focused on being a good Economist. However after completing University with distinction and being slapped hard on the face on lack of employment in my country, I sunk into depression. I realized I needed to up my game to help my husband bring food to the table and also be an example to my son in future about the importance of embracing your talent/passion irregardless. Hence I recalled my idea for my story and dove right in. I did change a bit of the plot but ever since i started writing again, i feel so much happier!
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like to write out the themes and story line to each of my chapter so that I can go with the flow when I start writing it. However I almost never follow my guidelines as new ideas form as I write the chapter! and I never learn!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Oh goodness! A lot! From the acclaimed authors the likes of JK ROWLING, NANCY DREW, FRANCINE PASCAL, SIDNEY SHELDON, DANIELLE STEELE, NOELLE PAGE to our new and amazing INDIE AUTHORS that just want to make you devour their books in one sitting!
What are you working on now?
A novel, The baby in heels and also participating in a few writing contests.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I use book promtotion sites. Amazon marketting and social media.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Its tough writing a novel. Its even tougher getting recognition and marketing your book. The most important thing to do is to ensure your book gains extensive visibility. If this means selling your efforts for free then so be it. Everything requires baby steps in life.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
God will reward you with what you never expected as if you have never grieved.
What are you reading now?
THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN by PAULA HAWKINS
What’s next for you as a writer?
A Facebook fan page, website and taking courses to improve on my writing skills and marketing skills too.
What is your favorite book of all time?
This is hard there are so many….hmm
Memories of Midnight by Sidney Sheldon.
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