Josiah Akhtab's Blog, page 2

Author Interview w/ Will Tinkham

The author enjoys writing, watching old movies, and attending rock shows and baseball games. Inspired by a friend's story and JD Salinger's "Catcher in the Rye," they emphasize spontaneous character creation and a storytelling process without outlines. Despite challenges in marketing and a desire for a minor cult status, their writing journey spans 50 years.

Author Interview w/ Bradley Gosselin

Author Bradley Gosselin discusses his series The Death Blossom Saga and his life and writing journey in both live and written fashion.

Author Services

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Author Interview w/ Grace Richard

Author Grace Richard unveils her unique and original work "Universe of Passion" filled with twists and turns and things any normal reader would never see coming.

Author Interview w/ M.E. Kalous

The author is a unique individual, passionate about writing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Inspired by fantasy and mythology, she battles self-doubt as she crafts her novels. She aims to become a full-time writer and seeks success by living off her writing. Her writing process involves a basic plotline, followed by relentless edits.

Author Interview w/ Jennifer MD Cox

This author, a parent and licensed mental health counselor, found inspiration for their first novel by challenging tropes and reflecting on their own experiences. They prioritize exploring and sharing stories, and struggle to balance writing with other responsibilities. Their success as a writer would mean providing for their future, and their writing journey has evolved through various life stages.

Author Interview w/ Nichole M Willden

Nichole M Willden, a former teacher, now writes full-time with a focus on emotional topics. Her characters are born from deep emotions, and she avoids outlining her novels. She enjoys genre-blended, emotionally charged books and indie authors. Trauma from her past has heavily influenced her writing. Despite the inconsistency of the writing process, she considers herself a successful writer. Her journey from a traumatic childhood to becoming a successful writer has shaped her work, including her ...

Live Author Interview w/ Highly Caffeinated Art

Written Interview Q&A I’m an Illustrator, so I enjoy drawing and painting with watercolor. I do everything from character design to book covers to concept art, children’s illustration art, and commissions. I love fantasy, so that’s my jam. I’m also a single Dad to a wonderful 12-year-old boy who terrifies me every time I think […]

The Lessons We Learn Too Late

Humans often try to fix things they don't understand, leading to worsened situations. This self-destructive pattern can be changed by seeking help when needed. Society's emphasis on individualism isolates people from valuable collaboration. Regardless of status, everyone seeks community and deserves a second chance to make things right.

Time Away

The author expresses a hiatus to focus on essential life needs while pursuing a writing career. Acknowledging the time and effort required for writing, they prioritize securing a livelihood. They assure a return to regular blog posts once foundational aspects are in place, emphasizing the importance of stability for pursuing their writing aspirations.