Tell me a about yourself. What got
you started in writing?
When I was little, I found myself daydreaming
more than I paid attention in school. This, of course annoyed most of my
teachers, but some recognized me for what I was and encouraged me to pursue a
career as a writer. I was also defiant, and it took me many years to decide
they were right.
I prefer to work on a small net-book,
though something can be said about freehand. A connection takes place when I
write this way that typing can’t quite obtain.
What's your favorite part about
writing? Your least favorite part about writing?
I love creating, I love revision, I
love feeling the connection to fans, and every step in between. The toughest
part for me is the rejection. But who in their right mind would enjoy that?
How do you come up with your
characters? Why would readers want to get to know them?
My characters pretty much shout in my
head, “NOTICE ME!!!!” Readers like them because they’re colorful, yet real.
They have Daddy issues, make stupid decisions, yet still manage to find a piece
deep inside that calls them to overcome.
What types of marketing do you do
to promote your writing?
This year, I've tried all sorts of
things. I spoke on panels, I visited schools, I ran book promotions, and
presented at writers conferences. All of this builds readership, but it isn't going to matter if you don’t have time to write the next work. Right now I’m
working on creating a balance between the two aspects.
How do you schedule your writing
time? When do you write?
I take my writing very seriously, and
block a section of time each day to some aspect of the craft. All of my
children are older, and I find it is easiest to work while they’re in school.
The house is quiet, and I can get lost for a little while.
What are you currently working on?
Do you have a new book out?
Right now, I’m working on Iron Resolve. In this Urban Fantasy novel,
we follow Myke Preston—a man with a weak disposition. He walks away from his
family only to find his world literally crumbling beneath his feet. The only
way back to his wife and child is through a maze where he relives his tragic
past. I deal with some pretty heavy issues in this story, drugs, infidelity,
and child abuse. I also have two other books available, Copper Descent, and I have a short story in an anthology releasing
this month, Secrets and Doors called Room 517. I like to describe Copper Descent as Pocahontas meets Paradise
Lost, but with demon rock stars, and the Sundance Film Festival. Room 517 is
a comedy piece about a high-maintenance modern girl who unknowing travels back
into medieval times. It turns into quite the adventure when she realizes her
controlling ex is actually a wizard determined to keep her forever.
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Do you have a project on the back burner? Tell me about it.
I have a crime/horror novel named D-Brie. Adrienne Morris thinks she might
be a serial killer, but after losing her identity and memory two years before,
she can’t be certain. This novel has it all—sex, violence, hypnotherapy, and a
woman who may or may not burn people to a crisp whenever the word ‘love’ is
involved.
What would you tell a beginning
writer who wants to publish but doesn't believe he/she has enough talent?
Get out while you still can! No,
really. I’m serious. But if you find your feet dragging as you head for the
door, know this: It is a hard road full of rejection. If you don’t have faith
in your ability as a storyteller no one else will. It takes 10,000 hours to
master any art. Are you willing to put in the time to become great, listen to
critique, and grow? If the answer is ‘Yes’, you have a shot. Talent takes a
back seat to hard work any day.
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Thank you, Angela!
Learn more about Angela and her books at the following sites:
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoldAngelHart
Great interview. I love the "hard work" quote. So true. Many very talented people waste it because they aren't willing to work.
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