I'm excited to be part of Sharon Bayliss' Buccaneer blogfest since I think it will be a lot of fun and I'm looking forward to meeting more awesome writers. To kick things off we have to do an "About Me" post, so here goes!
Back Story in a flash: Originally from Trinidad, I currently live in NYC.
Writer's Story: I've been writing novels for about ten years now, having started when I was fourteen. My first novel was about vampires of course, but they existed in a parallel realm that a human girl gets drawn into because she contains one of three "powers" a power hungry vampire is looking for. It was completely handwritten, as were my next three books, then I switched to typing. I knew all along typing was easier and more practical but I had developed a fondness for hand writing my books so I stuck with it for a while. Since I was writing during my teen years it was natural for my books to be YA, but my last eight books have been adult urban fantasy and it's now my favorite genre to write in. To date I've written seventeen novels. I'm still at the query stage, going along with the highs and lows that come with that.
Writing Style: I used to be a plotter but I've turned into a panster. I never thought I'd leave my outlines behind but I was pleasantly surprised with how my novels flowed when I didn't have an outline, only notes. Now I'm not sure I'll ever plot again, hah. I've become progressively faster at writing my first drafts, my fastest time being ten days.
Current Project: I've written three novels for the year already so I'm taking a reprieve from writing, although there are always ideas in the back of my mind. I'm also a wee burnt out from the intense editing I did on my second to last novel, so my most recent novel is still waiting for me to finish editing.
Other than writing...: I love to read of course. I also draw, paint, and do some graphic design. (I make cards and other things on Etsy -TsukiStar).
Where you can find me:
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Nice to meet you A.J. Your first novel certainly sounds like an original take on vampires. Can't wait to hear about your newer works, and I'll be checking back in your blog later in the fest. :)
ReplyDeleteWow, you're prolific. I'm in awe of people like that!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the panster club! I also do a lot of writing by hand, Typing is faster and more practical, but for me the ideas come easier through a pen.
ReplyDeleteI used to dream of living in NYC. Le sigh.
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That's one *compact* backstory in a flash, respect. The writing background sounds interesting. 17 novels is... an impressive backlog! Have you ever considered self-publishing some of them, while querying? It doesn't go against you while looking for a publisher, and if you build up a following, that actually makes you MORE attractive to publishing houses.
ReplyDeleteI have 3 manuscripts I could submit, but about 15 in the archives. Congratulations on the accomplishments. Keep writing! And let us all know when you get back to the drawing, er writing I mean, board:)
ReplyDeleteYou are one prolific writer! Bound to be published soon. I'm already a follower, just have't been over in a while. Look forward to getting to you during the blogfest:)
ReplyDeleteWow - ten days for your first draft. That's quick! I thought I was quick at 6 weeks for a 92,000 MS. Newest follower :) Look forward to the blogfest :)
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome timing! Nice to *meet* ya! :)
ReplyDeleteI recently bought the most amazing bracelet on Etsy! :) ...and yes, you do sound prolific!
ReplyDeleteTEN DAYS for a first draft?! Holy crap! That's something to admire! I have three manuscripts ready, one was just written for fun and the other two are part of a series. You have a new follower (: Looking forward to the rest of this cool blogfest!
ReplyDeleteSeventeen Novels? WOW!!!!!!!! You are awesome! I am also a fellow panster! Each time I read that someone has handwritten a novel, I think of JK ROWLING. Glad to you are blogging with us and am looking forward to getting to know you better. I already think we should be friends :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on 17 novels! I hope you soon find "the one" that gets you published. Thanks for being part of the fest!
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