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Awesome interview Annie! I look forward to your next book! Can you give us a hint of what it's about???
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Awesome Annie. Proud of you and keep up the good work. Congrats!! =D
Great interview Annie! Can't wait hear more about your new series.
Love you Annie! You crazy woman you x Stop being on goodreads and finish the next book already! LOL
Thank you ladies!!!!!! I appreciate the support!Okay so a hint....well lets just say there are twists that you don't see coming. Its about a teen struggling with a huge choice that will change her life forever and she's forced to grow up quick. There's a small love triangle but its not a bad one. I don't consider it a love triangle exactly but we'll get more of one of the guys in the next book. Actually the next two books are from the guys pov. :)
That's it...no more hints. I can't wait for y'all to read it!!!!! :)
Oh and just so you all know, this book is far more developed than the last one so the plot is better and most will love and relate to the characters. I've worked my fingers to the bone with this book! :)
I can relate to point 5 especially. Writers be warned - it's hard work and long hours. I calculated (editing included) that a writer will spend 100-200 hours writing for every hour the reader reads
Yeah it feels like that. I feel like I'm writing in my sleep too. My characters are so adamant about me finishing this book that they are in my dreams and every waking moment. Lol
great interview, Annie, it's so good knowing more about you and your work. Congratulations!
Great Interview Annie! I love that you like to write in the bathroom, I can relate. It's the only place in a house full of boys I can truly get away! Excited about your trilogy!
Great interview!!!... Love getting to know about the author and can't wait for your newest book to come out!!!
Haha yeah. Its where my inspiration comes most of the time. Its like my sanctuary...as odd and gross as that sounds. But I'll sit on our step stool and write on the toilet seat for hours. haha. I can't imagine having a house full of boys and what that's like. But thanks! I'm excited about it and can't wait for everyone to read it :)
Do you know when it will be available?
Well I'm aiming for the end of the year. The cover is being worked on. So late December. I'll give more of a definite date closer to. :)
Awww thanks! But my new one is much better!! Back to You was my first and I learned a lot from it. Now I know my style and mistakes...they are so different. :)
Great interview, we share a love of some of the same books. :) Congrats on finishing the first in a trilogy, nice!
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Loved your interview. Be sure to let me know when your next project is out. I always follow your reviews on other authors, too!
Thank you Deonna!!! I will let you know! You can add my book to your shelf now...the cover should be out soon. :)
1. When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?
I guess I've always had a passion for writing, but never thought to write for a living. I constantly had fights with the voices inside my head and I now see their reason for being there. They wanted to be set free.
2. How long does it take you to write a book?
Well, my first one was 4 months. But I would give an average of 6 months to write and edit before it's complete. It really depends on alot of things though-how much time and dedication I put in each week.
3. What do you think makes a great story?
I think great character development is one of the biggest part of a great story. Readers like to connect with some of the characters-especially the main ones. Also, the emotions that are used are important. I'm an emotional person and NEED to feel what the characters are going through as if I'm experiencing it myself. I think angst, suspense and plenty of romance are needed. I like stories that have alot of funny moments too. It can be serious all the time.
4. What is your work schedule like when you're writing?
Lately, I'm writing every chance I can get. I'm almost finished with my current project, so every spare time I have, I use it for my book.
5. How do you balance family and writing?
Haha, well my kids are at school during the day, I'm writing. My kids are at home, I'm writing. Do you see a pattern here? But seriously, its a struggle though I do find time to spend with them, I try to write mostly after they go to sleep.
6. Where do you get your information or ideas for your books?
Oh my, most of my ideas come from my brain. But I've had some ideas spring up while reading a book, though it had nothing to do with it. They come to me in the shower for the most part and I get the information from the internet or other soures as needed.
7. What was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books?
That once I come up with one idea and start writing it, another one follows. So I've got notebooks for each book I plan on writing, because the ideas are endless. But it's alot of fun regardless.
8. How many books have you written? Which is your favourite?
Well, I've finished one but started 6 not counting the one I'm working on. And I honestly have to say the one I'm writing now is my favorite and it will be a trilogy. It's been a great journey so far and it's getting more intense and emotional.
9. Are your characters based on anyone you know?
All of my characters possess qualities of people I know. But not one person in particular, it's more of a cluster of people. They all have their own personalities though. I like to make them unique and their own people too.
10. Do you have a favourite place you love to write?
My bathroom-where I can think clearly and write uninterrupted. I also like to write at a park I take my kids to play at. Being outside is great inspiration.
11. How hard is is to get published?
It can be tricky, they have so many rules and restrictions-that is if you plan to publish traditionally. But self-publishing is the way to go when you have a big fanbase. Then you can have blog tours for reviewers to get the word out. Amazon, Smashwords, and Barnes & Noble are all easy to publish your books through. Thank God for ebooks.
12. What do your family and friends think about your books?
I've got the best support system. My friends are very excited and encouraging. My family are always keeping a positive attitude. My daughters are proud of me and are always talking about me being famous. One day, I tell them.
13. What do you like to do when you are not writing?
I like shopping, traveling, spending my time with my loves and of course reading. I read everyday. I love getting lost in a great book, with amazing and unforgettable characters.
14. Do you have any suggestions to help aspiring writers better themselves and their craft? If so, what are they?
Keep your head up and stay positive. Always follow the voices in your head, they will always guide you. Write day and night, and then write some more. Make outlines, and don't stop until you're satisfied with how the story unfolds. Always believe your writing will improve, cause it will.
15. As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up?
A vet, teacher, marine biologist(though that was short lived when I learned I had to swim in the ocean).
16. What are your favourite books and which authors inspire you?
I have like many shelves full but okay:
Cassandra Clare-The Mortal Instruments the whole series
AL Jackson- Take this Regret and Pulled
SC Stephens
Suzanne Collins
Rachel Vincent-The Soul Screamers series
Kendare Blake-Anna Dressed in Blood
CJ Roberts-Captive in the Dark/Seduced in the Dark
Katherine Allred-Sweet Gum Tree
Jamie McGuire- Beautiful Disaster
Katie McGarry-Pushing the Limits
And the list goes on....
17. For an aspiring writer what do you feel are certain do's and don’ts for getting their material published?
Hire a professional artist to illustrate your cover. Hire a professional to edit. Read it over and over before sending it to the editor. EDIT EDIT EDIT before publishing.
18. What are you working on now?
It's called Choices. Its very dramatic and angsty with romance. I'm getting to the end and really excited. It's the first book in a trilogy.