In today's Authors in the Spotlight, we have authors Aimee Wood, K. Koushik, Matthew Corrigan, and Angel Mystique!
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Name: Aimee Wood
Name: K. Koushik
Name: Matthew Corrigan
Name: Aimee Wood
How long have you been published? Since March 2015
What's the worst part about being published? Encountering naysayer(s) and unreasonable people – one gave me a negative review (without even reading my book yet) because he/she doesn't have Kindle reader.
What's the best part about being published? Getting my book out there and influencing your readers in a positive way.
Are you self-published or did you go through a publishing company? I am self-published author.
*What are the highs, if any? Having a full creative authority on my book content and layout under my own pace.
*What are the lows, if any? Marketing my book and reaching a wide range of readers can be costly.
That’s why I’m thankful to La Kata E.K. for creating this kind of initiative and allowing me to be part of it.
What is the name of your book(s)? I’m passionate about fashion and creating my own clothing line, that’s why I enjoy publishing books in the fashion and makeup niche. My books are: “The Ultimate Fashion Guide for Women”, “The Ultimate Fashion Guide for Every Occasion”, “Mind Your Face Shape”, “Mind Your Own Face” and my latest ebook to be published this month (March) is “Embrace Your Curves”.
Was it/were they an easy write for you? Though I feel enough passion for all the books I published, writing them are not that easy. Every idea that comes into my mind should be written down so I won’t forget about it. It takes longs hours of hard work to make sure I’m giving my readers the right information they need.
What's the hardest part about writing a book? All my books are non-fiction. One of the most challenging part for me is creating my book lay-out. Making sure that my readers will find it engaging and easy to understand.
What's the easiest part about writing a book? The outline and draft version.
Where can interested readers purchase their copy of your book(s)? Amazon and from my website.
*Is there a tentative release date? My next eBook – “Embrace Your Curves” will be released next week March 21st. Next book after that is in late spring.
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Name: K. Koushik
How long have you been published? From March 2011
What's the worst part about being published? As a non fiction writer, the worst part would be if you are proved wrong or when your content gets out dated, you are under compulsion to update the book as soon as possible.
What's the best part about being published? Sharing your knowledge, making people happy. All the recognition you get for your knowledge. Every bit of applause. Being a part of history, at least at one's own level.
Are you self published or did you go through a publishing company? I started self publishing through Createspace.com and Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing.
*What are the highs, if any? No waiting. reach readers soon. You get more percentage of royalties per book sale. You get more control. Though a little hard in the beginning, pays off well if you market well.
*What are the lows, if any? You cannot just be a writer. You have to be a marketer too. You may not be good at everything you do. You have to spend money upfront and you don't get money upfront.
What is the name of your book(s)? Who should do a membership business, Tales of Hanuman volume 1, Tales of Hanuman Volume 2, Hanuman Chalisa explained, Durga Saptashloki - seven verses from Devi Mahatmyam, The heart of the Sun God, 19 plus tips for using GMAIL to the fullest, All that you need to know when buying domain names, All that you need to know about tumblr blogs, Shadpadee Stotra - A hymn on Vishnu by Adi Shankaracharya
Was it/were they an easy write for you? Yes, they were easy because I loved writing them. I only wrote books in the topics I loved very much; Hinduism - my religion and books that were computer related - My profession. I am an internet marketer.
The first four books took me much time to complete than the other books. As a writer opting to self publish, I had to do formatting and designing myself. My knowledge as a web designer and internet marketer definitely helped me a lot. I got help from my friends, colleagues,and teachers, too, in proof reading and gathering opinions for my first two books.
What's the hardest part about writing a book? The hardest part is coming out of the fear of rejection from people and presenting the content in a way people enjoy it. Keeping it a secret til you finish the work to avoid discouraging voices from your own people.
What's the easiest part about writing a book? Easiest part of writing is actually writing the book. Writing really gives me bliss and frees my mind from the bonds. The satisfaction I get upon completion of each book cannot be expressed through words.
Do you have any future projects in the works? I am working on Wisdom giving names of Kartikeya, Sankata Nashana Ganesha Stotra - A hymn on Ganesha from Narada purana, Names of Shiva - commentary on 108 names of Shiva, Tales from the Shiva mahimna stotra, and All that you need to know about Google keep for increasing productivity.
*Is there a tentative release date? I hope to publish at least the first three books from the list before the end of may.
Do you have any social media sites that you would like to share with my readers? Tumblr
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Name: Matthew Corrigan
How long have you been published? My first novel was published in 2014.
What's the worst part about being published? Worrying about getting the next one published.
What's the best part about being published? For me, it was the sense of achievement. I had always wanted to write but only really started in 2011, when I entered a local competition. To my eternal surprise I won. The judge (an author himself) told me he thought I had some talent. Keep writing, he said. So I did.
Are you self published or did you go through a publishing company? I was published by Empire Publications Ltd., in the city of my birth, Manchester, here in the UK.
What are the highs, if any? Again, the sense of achievement. Although I'd had several rejections there had been some encouraging feedback. Finally holding a published copy felt great.
What are the lows, if any? I made the classic author mistake of assuming that being published was a fast-track to success. It isn't. I'm afraid the farmhouse in Western Brittany and the Piper Seneca V remain, thus far, elusive.
What is the name of your book(s)? OSPREY
Was it/were they an easy write for you? Easy is probably not a word I'd use but it was certainly less stressful for me than it was for those close to me. I spent several months immersed in a world of my own making, holding conversations and arguments inside my head (with people who don't actually exist). Fiction is a strange field, isn't it? In any other walk of life we'd be having very serious conversations with our doctors.
What's the hardest part about writing a book? Editing and rewrites. A friend pointed out I had repeated an entire paragraph. I'd missed it three times. The first draft of OSPREY is unrecognisable. If I'd submitted it as a manuscript I'd have been laughed out of town.
What's the easiest part about writing a book? Finally writing the last line.
Where can interested readers purchase their copy of your book(s)? My book is available through my website, direct from the publisher, or via Amazon. It could use a few more reviews.
Do you have any future projects in the works? Yes. I am 80000 words into the first draft of my second novel. I have about 10000 words to go. Once that is written, I am planning a short book about a strange phenomenon that allegedly occurs in a place known locally as The Haunted Valley. Here's a link to an article about it.
Is there a tentative release date? Not yet. I'm hoping to have the first draft of the novel finished by summer.
Thank you for you time and I look forward to reading more from you in the future! You're welcome. Thank you very much.
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Name: Angel Mystique
How long have you been published? Currently unpublished, yet I know I will self-publish my works.
What's the worst part about being published? I would say the worst part would be the marketing and just getting your name out there, but there are now so many ways of creating a ‘fan base’. I love to call you all just a supportive network (more like sisterhood) of authors.
What's the best part about being published? The best part, I believe will be holding my books in my hands and hearing that people genuinely were touched by my stories. That’s all I want- for someone (a lot of someone’s) to be touched by my stories… And maybe find themselves within my books along the way.
Are you self published or did you go through a publishing company? Future Indie Author all the way.
What is the name of your book(s)? Oh, goodness. There are so many I have in mind. The series I’m writing right now is untitled. But I do have one book out… on Wattpad. It’s called LOVE SO BEAUTIFUL.
Was it/were they an easy write for you? The book took me eight days to write. It’s a very short read, written October of last year. I’d say it was easy. Since then, I’ve written two books (completed first drafts) in six days and just a few hours. Book 1 of the series I mentioned took me six days. The 3-page side short that will be included within that book, took me less than thirty minutes. Book 2 in the series took me less than twenty-four hours to pen.
What's the hardest part about writing a book? Honestly? I write all of my drafts by hand. With my story stories, I type them up. So, the typing up the manuscript after handwriting would be the hardest/most annoying part for me.
What's the easiest part about writing a book? The easiest part was just letting my muses tell their story. Once I got out of my own way and out of my own head, it was a lot easier to just write.
Where can interested readers purchase their copy of your book(s)? Hop on over to Wattpad to read LOVE SO BEAUTIFUL.
Do you have any future projects in the works? Tons! After I get my first series done, I’m going to be moving to standalone works.
*Is there a tentative release date? I won’t say anything about release dates. When they are released, you and everyone will be the first to know. How does that sound?
Do you have any social media sites that you would like to share with my readers? My Author Page. Feel free to stop by and ask me anything or just chat. Anytime.
Thank you for you time and I look forward to reading more from you in the future. Thank you, La Kata, for having me. I can’t wait to read more from YOU! You’re dynamic!
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