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Featured Interview With Rebecca BoltonTell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
I am a writer, poet, historian and mum to identical twin daughters. I am now based in rural England, although I grew up in a busier town that was commonly voted one of the worst places to live in the country! Although, from the inside out—it wasn’t all that bad.
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Featured Interview With Sarah JinheeTell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
I was born in Seoul and raised across Malaysia, Singapore, and Canada, which gave me a sense of cross-cultural and cinematic depth in my storytelling.
With a background in visual communication and film production, my works span from award-winning screenplays to literature.
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Featured Interview With Deborah FranklinTell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
With over twenty years as an educator Deborah Franklin decided to pursue her passions. These include working with women, traveling, writing, motivational speaker, International missions and spending time with her family.
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I'm a librarian and author from Mississippi, raised on Nancy Drew mysteries and dreaming of becoming a detective with my best friend, Vicki. I swapped the detective life for working in a library; I still solve everyday mysteries, like finding the perfect book. My writing tips are: read and write every day, carry a notebook for ideas, collect words, write about familiar topics, research what’s new, and share stories with a friend.
I've been an Author for seven years now, thank you so much for the tips!
Jake wrote: "I've been an Author for seven years now, thank you so much for the tips!"I hope this helps. Sometimes, getting a book published can be a long process.
It can, I've been publishing through Amazon on KDP and gave really enjoyed it.
Interview With Author Chris KauzlarichTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am an indie author who has written for my entire life, but I have really focused on pursuing my craft over the last several years. As many writers will attest, you feel a bit lost when you aren’t writing, and that describes me to the letter. I have written two books, with my second titled “Menagerie in the Dark,” debuting on August 26, 2025. Besides writing, I am a huge reader and have been for as long as I can remember.
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Interview With Author Trinity Sierra SesayTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a writer who explores the messy, beautiful, and unpredictable nature of relationships—whether in love, identity, or personal growth. My stories center emotionally honest characters navigating complex choices, often set against real-world backdrops.When Goodbye Is All You Have is my debut novel and the first book I’ve written.
Interview With Author Trinity Sierra SesayTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a writer who explores the messy, beautiful, and unpredictable nature of relationships—whether in love, identity, or personal growth. My stories center emotionally honest characters navigating complex choices, often set against real-world backdrops.When Goodbye Is All You Have is my debut novel and the first book I’ve written.
https://awesomegang.com/trinity-sierr...
Interview With Author Gonda KapikaTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I was born in the Netherlands in a village called ‘de Lier’ and I later moved to a city named ‘Delft’. Since I’ve had always loved writing I started to practice writing (with some ups and downs). After I’ve completed my photography studies, I decided to write my first book!
It’s called ‘Dragon Egg Hunters’ and it’s my first and only book! (So far)
https://awesomegang.com/gonda-kapika/
Interview With Author Greta Rose WestTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
To date, I have written twelve full-length novels, three short novellas, and three stories that are nowhere near finished or fully realized yet.
https://awesomegang.com/greta-rose-west/
Interview With Author Alice B. SullivanTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I grew up in upstate New York and have loved the zombie genre since I was a kid. I have 8 zombie books available, as well as couple of zombie short stories, on Amazon with more to come. I’m currently working on Book 2 (the third book in one of my zombie apocalypse series). Books 0 and 1 are currently available, as well as a couple of companion books for more of the universe. I devour zombie media like it sustains life.
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Interview With Author SK HinkleyTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I wrote the Darlington Circus Series. I have one book out now, two more coming out july 30th and I am writing the 4th book
https://awesomegang.com/sk-hinkley/
Carol GergesInterview With Author Carol Gerges
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Gerges has had a lifelong dream of writing stories that satisfy a wide variety of genres, and her recent journey around the world inspired her to make her dream become a reality. Her first publication of a children’s book is a testament that she hopes inspires others to pursue their “alternative universes.”
https://awesomegang.com/carol-gerges/
Interview With Author Ephraim ClarkTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I was raised in the United States. After I obtained my undergraduate degree at the University of Notre Dame, the lure of travel and adventure trumped the pressure to settle down and put my nose to the grindstone. This wanderlust itinerary took me from Latin America to the UK and Europe, earning my way as a karate instructor, night club bouncer, pop singer, and recording artist. I have post graduate degrees from the University of Madrid and the University of Paris, where I obtained my PhD in Financial Economics Summa cum Laude.
https://awesomegang.com/ephraim-clark/
Interview With Author Jeff KikelTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have been in the financial services industry for over 30 years and began writing almost 10 years ago, then went nearly 9 years before publishing another book. In 2024, I decided that I wanted writing to become my main career. I have over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, and began writing nearly 10 years ago.
https://awesomegang.com/jeff-kikel/
Interview With Author Rhoda De-DiademTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
RHODA DE-DIADEM is an internationally celebrated author and literary strategist whose transformative work redefines the boundaries of storytelling and empowerment.
https://awesomegang.com/rhoda-de-diadem/
Interview With Author Jean HoeflingTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’ve been writing biblical fantasy since 2013, crafting the religious magical realism stories I’d always wanted to read. As Toni Morrison says, “If there’s a book you want to read and it hasn’t been written yet, you must write it.” Good advice! My first novel is Gold in Havilah, speculating about that age-old question, “Who was Cain’s wife?” After Gold, I started a series called Chronicles of Genesis. Ashes Like Bread
https://awesomegang.com/jean-hoefling-2/
Interview With Author Vivian ClineTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Consumed is my debut novel. I enjoy traveling with my family. On weekends, you’ll find me curled up with a good book, sipping my favorite beverage as the sun falls behind the beautiful snowcapped mountains surrounding my home. I love dogs, watercolor painting, and spending time with my loved ones.
https://awesomegang.com/vivian-cline/
Interview With Author Hannah CabreraTell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Hannah, and I have written a ton of books, but I have only published four, almost five. I’m a mom of four who usually stays at home, except when I’m taking kids to school, or the doctor, or extracurricular activities.
https://awesomegang.com/hannah-cabrera/
Featured Interview With Chris WoodyTell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
I am a 37 year veteran of the military, business owner and author. I grew up in a small town in North Carolina called Maiden. My wife and I lived in the same town and attended the same schools but didn’t date until after high school.
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Featured Interview With Gregory StoutTell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
Greg Stout is the author of Gideon’s Ghost, and Connor’s War, both young adult
novels set in small-town America in the mid-1960s, and Lost Little Girl, a detective novel set in
Nashville, Tennessee, which received the 2022 Shamus Award for best first novel.
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Featured Interview With Mark BlissTell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
I grew up in the St. Louis area, but have lived most of my adult life in Cape Girardeau, a city located along the Mississippi River in Southeast Missouri. I spent more than. 30 years working as a journalist at the daily newspaper in Cape Girardeau. In that time, I covered everything from murders to politics.
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Featured Interview With Hadi TajfarTell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
I was born and raised in Iran and currently reside in the same country, working in the private insurance sector.
In addition to my full-time job, I work as a strategic business consultant and content creator, focusing on the use of artificial intelligence in sales and management.
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Featured Interview With Richard Lee FergusonTell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
Raised on Marine Corps military bases all over. Currently live deep in the forests of Trinity County, California (Hayfork). Dog, cats, horse, desert tortoises.
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Featured Interview With Cantor Rebecca GladstoneTell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
Hi! I’m Cantor Rebecca Gladstone. I was born and raised in Long Island, New York., and I now reside in Miami, Fl. I am an independent freelance cantor, board-certified music therapist, and author of the open-minded and inclusive sing-a-long Jewish children’s book “Modeh Ani: I’m Glad to be Me.” Through my practice as an independent cantor, I officiate life-cycle events and create personalized, inclusive Jewish experiences for people of all backgrounds, especially those who feel disconnected from traditional institutions.
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I would love to be interviewed in this magazine. How do you pick your authors?
Hi Vinny,How do you conduct interviews?
Vinny wrote: "We are looking for authors to fill out our web form of interview questions. You can see some of the ones our authors have already filled out here. http://awesomegang.com/author-intervi...If you ..."
A massive thank you for providing these fantastic interview opportunities, Vinny. I've gone ahead and submitted my author interviews for both Awesomegang and Book Reader Magazine today. I'm looking forward to the posts going live and am genuinely grateful for your work in supporting the author community!
Warmly, Soren K. Blackwood
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Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
First of all, it’s such a pleasure for me to introduce myself to the interview team of such a renowned magazine! I am Anurodh Das, born in 2010. I currently live in Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha, India. I am 14 years old, and my father is an entrepreneur and former teacher, while my mother is a homemaker.
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