FEATURED GUEST: Author Andy Lewter
Today I am hosting another Clean Reads author, Andy Lewter! She has just released the third book in her Valens Series. Welcome, Andy! First, tell us a little about your novel.
It is an urban fantasy novel that is captivating, suspenseful, and unpredictable! Need I mention a love triangle?
I love a good love triangle! I know this is a “give me” question for writers, but when did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?
I knew I wanted to be a writer when I was in the 4th grade. Every day, we had 45 minutes to write whatever we wanted, so long as we wrote the whole time. It was empowering and my love for literature blossomed since.
What a neat way to get kids started in the craft of writing. Glad you found your passion. But, as we know, it’s not all fun…what part of the writing process do you dread?
Plotting. I plot, then replot. Then question the plot some more. Which is why my books are so fast-paced and suspenseful. I yearn to be on the edge of my seat as I’m reading, so I strive to achieve that in my books.
Speaking of being on the edge of your seat as you’re reading…what are you currently reading?
The Premonition Series by Amy A Bartol
One thing that helps get me in my writing groove is the right music. What kind of music, if any, do you listen to when you write?
It depends on where I’m at in the book. If my character needs to be angry, I pull up a soundtrack of thunderstorms. If romance is involved, I listen to Pandora. It ranges according to my mood as well.
Do you have a favorite time of day to write? What about a favorite place?
Hands down, at night in my bed!
I’m always curious about other authors and the time they put into their art. How long does it take you to write a book?
About a year. I have little kids that need attention during the day. Plus, it’d be hard to be in the heat of a moment and have to file it away for a time I’m more readily available. I’d rather tap into writing mode when there’ll be no distractions.
I totally understand. I have littles too. It’s tough finding that undisturbed time. One last question, Andy, then I’ll let you get back to those kiddos 
