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What inspired you to start writing?
I'm not sure it was inspiration writing is something I believe you are born with, indigenous so to say. It has proved at times to be a curse as if madness wasn't enough.
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Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
Architect of Havoc is my 9th book published by a small press . It's a collection of short stories with
‘RAZOR SHARP SLICES OF VIVID AND LURID LIVES THAT ARE BRUTAL, TRAGIC, AND PAINFULLY FUNNY.’
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How do you create your characters?
My characters are actually based on actual people I've known. I embellish some but basically although I write fiction my characters breathe life into my stories.
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What does your typical writing day look like?
I'm not a writer with an office, music, computer, comfortable furniture and all the other buff. I have written 9 books numerous poems and much more on my Samsung phone. I'm not a wealthy person and live on the streets at times.
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What do you enjoy most about writing?
If I receive just one comment or review from somebody that has enjoyed my writing, that's enough for me.
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What’s one challenge you’ve faced in your writing journey?
Being published by a press. I don't have the funds to self publish but I've been fortunate to have Editors and Publishers excited to publish my work.
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Do you have any favorite writing tools or apps?
I use a text to voice app to listen to my writing. It is a fundamental tool.
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What advice would you give to new or aspiring indie authors?
If you truly desire to be a writer that supports their selves through your talent it is necessary to have a full length mirror with you at all times so you can watch yourself starve to death.
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How do you handle book promotion as an indie author?
I place a few posts on Media platforms and hope for the best. I don't have disposable income to spend on a marketing program.
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What’s next for you? Are you working on a new book?
Finishing my 10th book I promised a new publisher to send the Manuscript of Serving My Obsessions ; Bad Habits and Addictions
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What do I expect from publishing my writing
I'm 72 years old and my life has been an adventurous expedition of chaos which somehow have survived.
Thank you for your time.
Santiago
