A Life Not my Own
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Interview
Ken
Sep 09, 2014 05:09AM
Interview with Author Tina. M. Brown
Hosted By Accredited Author Ken Donaldson
•I have seen you, as I am sure many other readers are familiar with you from the self-publishing forums, give us a little insight into your background as a writer.
a.I am a relatively new author. My first book, A Life Not My Own, was published in December 2012. I have two other books, Just Between Us- Inspiring Stories by Women and Struggles of the Women Folk. I write African American literature, fiction and non-fiction.
b.I’ve had no formal training in this genre. I only write in a manner that feels right to me. I am very critical of my work. My goal is to write engaging page turners with a message of hope and inspiration.
•Tell me what other authors do you enjoy, who inspired you or influenced you the most to become a writer?
a.I read quite a bit as a child, Maya Angelou, Stephen King, Langston Hughes, etc…very diverse genres. My day job requires that I read technical documents.
b.I can’t say that I made a conscious decision to become a writer. I only know that I wanted to share my life with readers and hoped that they would be encouraged by it. This one specific goal has blossomed into a writing addiction.
•What made you decide upon the genre you are currently pursuing?
a.I love to tell stories. I write about what I know. I am a middle aged, black woman who was raised by her grandmother. My perspective on life is based on my upbringing and re-constructed by the unique experiences that I have had. This is what I write about.
•What is special about how you write? Do you have any set routine of method you follow?
a.My books are heavy on dialogue. My characters speak to the reader in a personal one-on-one manner. I visualize my characters’ experiences, how their stories unfold and share this with my readers. I never know how the story will end. I’m discovering the story and introducing new characters as I write.
•What is the future plans you see for your writing next?
a.I am writing part two of Struggles of the Women Folk. I can never tell the whole story in one book, because the characters continue to speak to me and the story is never really over. My books are not for the superficial reader. I challenge my readers to open their minds and hearts as they travel on an emotional roller coaster that often leads to the acceptance of the “human-ness” portrayed by my characters.
•Do you have any brief thoughts in passing you would like to share with the readers?
a.I just want my readers to know that my books are very special to me, almost like children. They are created to enhance the readers’ quality of life, even if in some small way. I encouraged readers to keep this in mind as they read my books. www.authortmbrown.com
I do wish you all the best in the future. Certainly has been a real pleasure Talk with you Tina. That is where we conclude this Interview.
Hosted By Accredited Author Ken Donaldson
•I have seen you, as I am sure many other readers are familiar with you from the self-publishing forums, give us a little insight into your background as a writer.
a.I am a relatively new author. My first book, A Life Not My Own, was published in December 2012. I have two other books, Just Between Us- Inspiring Stories by Women and Struggles of the Women Folk. I write African American literature, fiction and non-fiction.
b.I’ve had no formal training in this genre. I only write in a manner that feels right to me. I am very critical of my work. My goal is to write engaging page turners with a message of hope and inspiration.
•Tell me what other authors do you enjoy, who inspired you or influenced you the most to become a writer?
a.I read quite a bit as a child, Maya Angelou, Stephen King, Langston Hughes, etc…very diverse genres. My day job requires that I read technical documents.
b.I can’t say that I made a conscious decision to become a writer. I only know that I wanted to share my life with readers and hoped that they would be encouraged by it. This one specific goal has blossomed into a writing addiction.
•What made you decide upon the genre you are currently pursuing?
a.I love to tell stories. I write about what I know. I am a middle aged, black woman who was raised by her grandmother. My perspective on life is based on my upbringing and re-constructed by the unique experiences that I have had. This is what I write about.
•What is special about how you write? Do you have any set routine of method you follow?
a.My books are heavy on dialogue. My characters speak to the reader in a personal one-on-one manner. I visualize my characters’ experiences, how their stories unfold and share this with my readers. I never know how the story will end. I’m discovering the story and introducing new characters as I write.
•What is the future plans you see for your writing next?
a.I am writing part two of Struggles of the Women Folk. I can never tell the whole story in one book, because the characters continue to speak to me and the story is never really over. My books are not for the superficial reader. I challenge my readers to open their minds and hearts as they travel on an emotional roller coaster that often leads to the acceptance of the “human-ness” portrayed by my characters.
•Do you have any brief thoughts in passing you would like to share with the readers?
a.I just want my readers to know that my books are very special to me, almost like children. They are created to enhance the readers’ quality of life, even if in some small way. I encouraged readers to keep this in mind as they read my books. www.authortmbrown.com
I do wish you all the best in the future. Certainly has been a real pleasure Talk with you Tina. That is where we conclude this Interview.
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