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Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’ve now written two books to date.
I like to write about things which matter to me – things which are personal. My first novel, The War Between, was my take on how people are always threatened by others when they’re something, or someone, they don’t understand. Not racism, exactly, but all kinds of bigotry.
https://awesomegang.com/jennifer-with...

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I am horror writer from rural Alabama. My day job is as the director of a psychiatric step-down facility. I’ve also been a junior high English teacher and an inpatient psychotherapist. I hold an MFA in writing popular fiction from Seton Hill University and an MS in clinical psychology from the University of South Alabama.
https://awesomegang.com/vic-kerry/

Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
I was raised in the beautiful coastal region of Cornwall in the UK, but now I am based in Catalunya in the Spanish Pyrenees. The journey from Cornwall to Catalunya took twenty years and went via London where I lived for seven years.
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Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
Amanda and Lisa-Marie are a co-writing team of best friends who share imaginary worlds, including a short story, Shivers, published in Moments Between. Lisa Marie Potter (BIPOC) is a mom of four who grew up in Nottingham, England, and now resides in Alaska with her husband and golden retriever.
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I am an Italian writer and I published in Italy sixteen books. I also lived a period of my adolescence in United States, where I studied. My style is very particular, defined as multidimensional, in any literary genre I have tried my hand at. My favorite literary genre is crime/thriller/noir, but I have also written books for children and women’s books.
https://awesomegang.com/daniela-alibr...

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a Professional Organizer and the owner/operator of Just Focus and Reorganize, LLC (JFR). I have written one book (so far!).
https://awesomegang.com/janice-rostron/

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I’m a lifelong reader and writer have always been drawn to stories and languages. I studied ancient languages and texts as a graduate student and went on to teach university courses in this area. However, I never forgot about the books and stories I loved as a young reader and that first sparked my desire to write. I’m now the author of five humorous novels for middle grade readers.
https://awesomegang.com/karin-adams/

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L.J Armstrong was born and raised in the state of New South Wales, Australia.
https://awesomegang.com/l-j-armstrong/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
The Rev Dr Geoff Waugh is the founding editor of the Renewal Journal and author of over
20 Renewal Journals and over 20 books on ministry and mission (www.renewaljournal.com).
Geoff taught Anglican, Catholic, and Uniting Church students in Trinity Theological College and the School of Theology of Griffith University as well as at Christian Heritage College in Brisbane, Australia. He taught in schools and Bible Colleges in Papua New Guinea and in the South Pacific and led short-term missions in Africa, Europe, Asia and in the South Pacific islands.
https://awesomegang.com/geoffrey-waugh/

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Andrea L. Wehlann is a certified Hatha Yoga teacher, CEO & Founder of Ganga Moon Yoga Studio and Reiki Skool in Beamsville, Ontario, Canada. With a BA in psychology from Brock University and a social services diploma from Niagara College, Andrea’s work in the social services field, as well as a Reiki Master, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Chi Kung, Feng Shui, and meditation practitioner round out her experience.
https://pretty-hot.com/andrea-l-wehlann/

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I’ve written a children’s book, and have just finished a Young Adult Fantasy novel! I work at In Touch Ministries in Atlanta, Georgia, and my passion is telling vibrant stories that point people to spiritual freedom!
https://pretty-hot.com/joel-crumbley/

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I’m a Christian occultist from the Seattle area. I’ve published 10 books, although I had to delist my book of spells (titled “Arcane Delights”) as it contained a recipe that was far too dangerous for most beginners
https://awesomegang.com/zwahk-muchone...

This is my second interview with the Awesome Gang, and I’m happy to be given this opportunity. I will start with a little background about me.
https://awesomegang.com/g-j-brown-2/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m Baroque Medusa, a poet and erotica writer with five books under my belt, three of which are self-published. In addition to my writing, I contribute to EDM House Network.
https://awesomegang.com/baroque-medusa/

Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
My home state is Virginia, but I’m currently holed up at Fort Bliss, Texas, with my husband. If there’s water nearby, chances are I’ll be on my paddleboard. On solid ground, I’m enjoying the ride on my Royal Enfield Classic 350.
https://bookreadermagazine.com/featur...

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have written memoir, poetry, mixed media, children’s stories, fantasy and online content but until this year I have not published. On November 11, 2023 (the 11th) year anniversary I started a Kickstarter campaign and raised the money to use a hybrid publisher self-published with Iguana Press.
https://pretty-hot.com/kelly-wilk/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I was into teaching for a while but later chose to be a homemaker. I would call myself an
‘Accidental Author’. But once I started writing, there was no looking back. I have written about 14 books so far. All are self-published on Amazon Kindle, and a few have paperback versions as well.
https://pretty-hot.com/shashikala-gad...

Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
I am a Nigerian-American writer, raised in Los Angeles and currently living in Seattle Washington. Since moving from Lagos to Los Angeles at the formative age of 9, I have developed a thirst for immersing myself in new environments. I’ve since lived in New Hampshire, Texas and North Carolina before landing in Seattle.
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Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Amanda and Lisa-Marie are a co-writing team of best friends who share imaginary worlds, including a short story, Shivers, published in Moments Between. Lisa Marie Potter (BIPOC) is a mom of four who grew up in Nottingham, England, and now resides in Alaska with her husband and golden retriever.
https://awesomegang.com/amanda-and-li...

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am currently the founder and Lead Researcher at Prepolitica, a research group that takes a science-first approach to the development of political theory. Over the past five years—he has been working in political theory, writing academic papers, and presenting at conferences.
https://awesomegang.com/nathan-murphy/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I consider myself an inquisitive soul who’s seeking the definition of life, and everything coming in its way. I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in Literature. Being an introvert; my aura and art is often honed by inquisitiveness I follow in solitude. I am the author of two poetry collections: Mirror of Emotions and Across the Shore.
https://awesomegang.com/ali-ashhar-2/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My motto in life is to have fun. I believe God created us to live life to full—which to me means— to soak in the beauty of every sunset, delight in the giggles of my children, and splash into the deep end of the activity before me.
https://awesomegang.com/rachel-young/

Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
I am a Nigerian-American writer, raised in Los Angeles and currently living in Seattle Washington. Since moving from Lagos to Los Angeles at the formative age of 9, I have developed a thirst for immersing myself in new environments. I’ve since lived in New Hampshire, Texas and North Carolina before landing in Seattle.
https://bookreadermagazine.com/featur...

Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
I am proud to say that at age 55, my first novel, The Flower Bed, was published on 30 April 2024. I am a practising Barrister-at-Law (I wear the wig and gown to court) who is married and has an 11-year-old daughter. I live in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, where I was born, but have lived in other Australian cities and travelled to distant lands.
https://bookreadermagazine.com/featur...

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hi! I am a wife and mother of two boys who loves all things romance! I read a lot of regency romance and dark romances, usually reading almost 200 books per year! I have now written 10 books, but the first one isn’t set to release until this November, with more release indie and traditional release dates set into 2025 and 2026!
https://pretty-hot.com/christina-diane/

Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
My name is Nijas N. I born in kerala, India. I am a published author of amazon and google play books and now a verified author of goodreads. I write mainly in free verse and slef help contents. And i am a podcast host of “nijas n podcast ”
https://bookreadermagazine.com/featur...

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hi everyone! I’m a born and raised Hoosier gal. I grew up in Indianapolis but now live in the southernmost part of the state in the same place Colonel Harland Sanders was born. I love my small town and the people I’ve come to know since our family moved here.
https://awesomegang.com/lori-soard-4/

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I am a multi-hyphenate writer! I’ve been so busy writing screenplays the last few years (I have a web series on YouTube and WeAreOTV.com) that I’ve been stockpiling manuscripts! I’ve written a novella, a novel, a memoir and a book of poetry that I’ll be releasing in 2024 and 2025.
https://awesomegang.com/lyralen-kaye-2/

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I am 40 years old with two children, a son and a daughter aged 11 and 10 years old, currently I am working as an IT technician. I am born and raised in Birmingham, UK. My background is Afro Caribbean
https://awesomegang.com/courtney-sharpe/

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I’m a journalist, humanitarian reporter, bestselling and award-winning author, creativity coach, and mom to adult children. As a researcher and writer for National Geographic and Kiplinger, and later, working 25 years for the International Red Cross and Red Crescent, my work took me throughout E. and W. Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
https://awesomegang.com/kathryn-brown...

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m Sikandar Kamaluddeen, though most people know me as Siku. I’m a father, entrepreneur, business developer, and a coder-turned-graphic artist from the Maldives, with a deep passion for storytelling. Born and raised in the beautiful islands of the Maldives, I still call it home. I’ve written one book so far, but I’m already crafting more exciting adventures for young readers.
https://awesomegang.com/sikandar-siku...

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a cookbook author. I wrote 12 cookbooks. A couple of years ago I started writing gluten free cookbooks, I have 6 gluten free cookbooks. I have I have a family member with celiac disease and saw what she was going through eating desserts that were not gluten free. I decided to write gluten free cookbooks to help so many.
https://awesomegang.com/tammy-aiken-4/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a cookbook author. I wrote 12 cookbooks. A couple of years ago I started writing gluten free cookbooks, I have 6 gluten free cookbooks. I have I have a family member with celiac disease and saw what she was going through eating desserts that were not gluten free. I decided to write gluten free cookbooks to help so many.
https://awesomegang.com/tammy-aiken-5/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am an author, actress and Happiness Coach, originally from MidWest/ East Coast (Rochester, NY, Springfield, VA and Cincinnati OH). Graduated with a BA in Communications:Radio/TV from Xavier University and have done everything from running a corporate video studio to producing my own films.
https://awesomegang.com/paula-price/

Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
My name is Nijas N. I born in kerala, India. I am a published author of amazon and google play books and now a verified author of goodreads. I write mainly in free verse and slef help contents. And i am a podcast host of “nijas n podcast ”
https://bookreadermagazine.com/featur...

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m currently a freelance writer. I have an Honours BA, an MBA, a certificate in Dispute Resolution, and am a certified Master Life Coach.

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m currently a freelance writer. I have an Honours BA, an MBA, a certificate in Dispute Resolution, and am a certified Master Life Coach.
https://pretty-hot.com/sandra-dawes/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a multi-disciplinary artist based in Knoxville, TN and specialize in Bharatanatyam, Carnatic music and Warli art (South Indian forms of dance & music and tribal art from Western India). I believe that art (all kinds of art) can and should tell stories that move audiences to becoming better and more compassionate human beings.
https://pretty-hot.com/ramya-kapadia/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a Professional Organizer and the owner/operator of Just Focus and Reorganize, LLC (JFR). I have been organizing the spaces around her for as far back as she can remember—just ask my family, friends, former roommates, and colleagues!
https://pretty-hot.com/janice-rostron/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m an Australian cross-genre author, so I write books varying from horror to historical fiction. Four of my books are published, but I have written thirteen all up. I typically write and release one book per year (not the same book). Next on the agenda is a horror called Mr Hangman, so keep an eye out for that one in 2025!
https://awesomegang.com/stephanie-may/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m an illustrator and author with a passion for children’s books. I’ve always loved storytelling through art, and after years of working as an illustrator, I transitioned into creating my own stories. I’ve written and illustrated a handful of books, each one inspired by my deep love for nature, childhood imagination, and adventure.
https://awesomegang.com/lola-usupova-2/

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I am a Chinese Canadian author & poet with three self-published books so far. When I’m not writing, I’m probably reading or gaining inspiration from the shows I’ve watched or games I’ve played.
https://awesomegang.com/claris-lam/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My home state is Virginia, but I’m currently holed up at Fort Bliss, Texas, with my husband. If there’s water nearby, chances are I’ll be on my paddleboard. On solid ground, I’m enjoying the ride on my Royal Enfield Classic 350. My debut book is called “The Magdala League: Mystery on Maple Street.”
https://awesomegang.com/sarah-hicks/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a gluten free self published cookbook author who bakes for people with celiac disease. My inspiration is people who have celiac disease. I want all to enjoy desserts again and the Holidays. In all I have written 10 cookbooks.
https://awesomegang.com/tammy-aiken-6/

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I am a neonatal nurse practitioner and avid traveler. I fell in love with the Hawaiian Islands and want to share that beauty with the world. I have written 7 books so far. 4 are travel guides.
https://pretty-hot.com/diana-freel/

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Dorothy Ewels is my name, writing romance is my game. I’m a South African author and still live the city of my birth – Cape Town. I share a home with my husband, two crazy rescue dogs and a cat with plenty of cattitude.
https://pretty-hot.com/dorothy-ewels/

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a Nigerian-American writer, raised in Los Angeles and currently living in Seattle Washington. My first book of poetry ‘wash between your toes’ was selected as a semifinalist for the Sundress competition.
https://pretty-hot.com/teni-ayo-ariyo/

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When I was in 7th grade, our teacher was in front of the class talking while I was busy writing a short science fiction story in my notebook.
https://awesomegang.com/bruce-ball/

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I’m Sonia Rompoti, a storyteller at heart and a dreamer by nature. With a background in psychology and a love for weaving words into worlds, I’ve always been fascinated by the intricacies of human emotion and connection. As of now, I’ve penned a growing collection of books—each one unique but all sharing a common thread: characters that leap off the page, stories that linger long after the last chapter, and plots that’ll keep you guessing.
https://awesomegang.com/sonia-rompoti/
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Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m Veronica Hislop, a soon-to-be bestselling author.
Why do I say this, you may ask?
With three books under my belt, I’m now focusing on marketing and promoting them. A State of P.L.A.Y.S being the first. Understanding Grief Coping with Loss is soon to be published, as well as Adianna and Toad, a children’s book that will be published under my pen name of Cc Wellington.
https://awesomegang.com/veronica-hislop/