Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am Natasha McKinley who has written under my maiden name, Natasha Gruss. I happily married my wonderful husband in 2020. So far I only have one book published, “Un-Clenched Emotion,” which is a poetry book. I love poetry and have been writing it since childhood. I have also done readings, I love being in the spotlight. I have too many interests to name. I do love nature and am happy to be surrounded by it in the Pacific Northwest.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My book is “Un-Clenched Emotion”, it’s a poetry book a little bit about everything. I was thinking all poetry is emotion, so that would be a good title for my book. Many poems are inspired by nature.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I don’t have any really odd writing habits. I used to write all my stuff in pencil but now I’m writing right on the computer. It’s easy to stay organized that way.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Many Indie Authors influenced me. In workshops, I have met them face to face. A few of them gave me copies of their poetry books which influenced me to write my own.
What are you working on now?
I am working on a poetry book that focuses on the seasonal year. It’s already much bigger then “Un-Clenched Emotion,” but I want to put a lot more poems in it still.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am not good at promoting my book, or anything really. I can make beautiful things but I have a hard time selling. The first website I started using to promote my books was Goodreads. I am also on Twitter and have many author followers on it.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Do not be afraid of anything you write. You are allowed to be you and there are bound to be people in this world who will be interested in what you have to say.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Write whatever comes in your head no matter what. Even if it’s embarrassing, even if you think it’s been written before. You can change it to be fearlessly unique later.
What are you reading now?
I am reading The Star Mage Saga. I do love science fiction and fantasy. I love poetry too, and just finished reading a poetry book. I am also reading “Don Quixote”. I can read more then one book at a time!
What’s next for you as a writer?
Right now I am really trying to learn how to promote my work. I am also working on my next poetry book and have an idea for another one. I am considering making a book of some of the urban fantasy short stories I have written.
What is your favorite book of all time?
As of now, for my favorite book of all time, I will have to go with a series. It’s the Stormlight Series written by Brandon Sanderson.
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