Inside the Mind - Steven Donahue
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What inspired you to start writing?
I loved the sports books by author Matt Christopher. I read many of them when I was a child, and it was those exciting books that inspired me to be a writer.
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Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
The Almighty Accused is a stark drama that follows the efforts of 13-year-old Nolan Mitchell to put God on trial after his sister is murdered during a school shooting. After a shaky start and opposition by school officials and local residents, the trial gets underway. However, the project takes its toll on Nolan as he is forced to reexamine his own faith and beliefs.
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What does your typical writing day look like?
I work a full-time day job, so I write at night and on the weekends. Finding the time and energy to write can be a challenge.
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What has been the most rewarding part of being an indie author?
Having the freedom to write about whatever topic or idea I want is one of the biggest advantages of being an indie author.
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What’s one challenge you’ve faced in your writing journey?
The biggest challenge all writers face is getting noticed. The field is crowded and standing out from the crowd is difficult.
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What advice would you give to new or aspiring indie authors?
Write everyday if you can. Write about many different topics until you find the ones that you are the most passionate about. The more the write, the better your skills will be. No project is a failure if you learn from it. Don't despair from rejections or bad reviews. We all get them.
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How do you handle book promotion as an indie author?
I try to use social media to promote my books, including Facebook, Linkin, and TikTok.
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What’s next for you? Are you working on a new book?
I am working on a series of Western novellas. Pulp fiction stories with focus on action, adventure, and character development.