Author Interviews
Seven Story Publishing has collaborated with Josiah Akhtab, a fellow author, to conduct author interviews to let the world know of America’s newest and brightest authors coming into the Sci-fi/Fantasy market.
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Maria P. Frino is an Australian author known for her contemporary and young adult fiction, inspired by her Italian heritage and family history. Her journey since publishing her first novel in 2019 includes challenges with marketing and community building through Sydney Authors Inked. She engages actively with readers and values friendships formed along her writing…
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Arlo Z. Graves, an autistic writer, has a passion for storytelling shaped by personal experiences, including a life-altering fire. His debut novel, Black Rose, reflects his journey and familial inspiration. Despite challenges like marketing, he continues to write and hopes to create a comfortable living while supporting community causes.
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Dennis Scheel, a Danish author, shares insights into his writing journey, including challenges faced while writing in English. Inspired from childhood, he evolves his stories through character journeys. He enjoys science fiction and fantasy, aiming for success through recognition and sales. Scheel emphasizes the frustrations of indie publishing and values creativity’s magic.
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K.G. Munro, a Scottish author and poet, shares her creative journey, revealing that her inspiration stems from dreams and family heritage. She enjoys spontaneous character creation and finds solitude a challenge in writing. Munro aims for a fulfilling writing life, focused on positive storytelling and family while managing multiple poetry projects.
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Joao Coimbra, a Portuguese Canadian poet residing in the UK, shares his journey from writing poetry for healing after a miscarriage to publishing his debut collection, ‘Good and Empty.’ He emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, explores themes like nature and family, and seeks freedom in his writing career.
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The interview features a single dad from Cleveland, now in Southern California, who balances a full-time job, family time, and writing. He draws inspiration from the Bible, particularly the book of Job. Despite challenges, he embraces the writing process, aiming for personal storytelling success while already feeling accomplished.
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Maggie Hoopis, a full-time mom and author, was inspired to write her novel “Grace of Dragons” by her daughter’s imaginative request. She emphasizes the importance of character development and creativity in her writing process. Despite challenges like finding uninterrupted time, she strives for success that resonates with readers and showcases life’s truths.
