1.
How would you say
most of your stories are conceived?
Most
of my stories start with a single scene in my mind. That one scene can be
inspired by a movie, a book, a character that just pops into my head, you name
it. I’ll usually write that one scene first and then spend time figuring out
how they got there and where they’re going. My books are very character driven,
so it’s all about figuring out those characters.
2.
What 3 things would
you like readers to know about you?
I love to
write strong females who aren’t afraid to kick butt, and the Alpha males who
are challenged by that but respect them for it.
Romance is
what I love most about stories, and what I enjoy most about writing.
Interacting
with readers is one of my favorite things to do as a writer. And I’m a natural
introvert – so didn’t see that one coming. J
3.
Tell us about
your books. Genre, titles, any favorite characters? What can we look forward to
from you in the near future? WIP’s, upcoming releases?
My currently
published books are paranormal romance. I started self-publishing 4 books in my
Svatura series. However, they are currently unavailable because they’ve been
contracted. From the Shadowcat Nation series (published by The Wild Rose
Press), Andromeda’s Fall is out and Sarai’s Fortune will release May 13th.
I’ve just finished the 3rd book in that series (Tieryn’s Fury) and
am about to send it to my editor, and I’ll be starting the 4th book
this summer. I also write contemporary romance which I’m still working to get
contracted.
4.
What are some of
the best social media, marketing, and publicity tips you’ve come across?
Look at what
authors you like do on social media that catches your attention as their
reader, or that you enjoyed or found unique, and do that too.
Keep a list
of all the things you run across to try.
Try
something different with each book (repeat the stuff that worked).
It’s a crap
shoot on whether it’ll be effective or not, so most of all have fun with it.
5.
What are some
things you know now about writing and being an author that you wish someone had
told you at the very beginning?
I learn
something new about my craft every day it feels like. But when I go back to
look over my older books, my voice is still there. Yes there are ways to make
your writing better, but figure out your voice and hold on to it.
6.
Along that same
line, what are some of your favorite resources?
Huge
fan of “Heroes & Heroines, Sixteen Master Archetypes” for a great starting
point for my character development.
I
LOVE Candace Havens’s “Book in a Month” workshop.
I
also got a ton out of Angela James’s Self Editing workshop.
7.
What lifts your
spirits when you’re discouraged?
I’m
generally an upbeat person and it takes a lot to get me discouraged. Romance
novels (I mean that.). Chocolate. Girl’s night out. My kids laughing. Just
taking a break.
8.
Other than
writing, what’s your passion?
Organizing.
There is nothing more fun than organizing a space for optimal efficiency. If I
could move regularly without the expense, I totally would, just to reorganize. J I have an organizing tips blog:
www.abigailorganizes.com
9.
Not limited to
writing, what do you believe are some of your greatest accomplishments so far?
My children
(an ongoing effort) **grin**. My marriage (man did I pick the right guy for
me). I earned an MBA while working full time and writing/self-publishing books
and raising my kids.
10.What
tips can you offer towards building and maintaining a strong support system as
a writer?
Abigail Owen
Love.... write. read. imagine.
author of paranormal and contemporary romance
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