Please give a warm welcome to Tasha Wright, author of "When A Tattered Past Catches You".
Synopsis:
Tough willed, strong as nails Willa will do whatever it takes to provide for her family even if that meant putting her life in danger or on hold. Living the street life meant not allowing anything or anyone to get close enough to hurt or destroy her. But, after the death of her mother she is forced to return home and confront a past she tried to erase from her memory.
As Willa confronts a tragic past she also has to confront something else, her long lost love, Damon. Living the street life and becoming the head woman in charge was something Willa did with ease but there was always something or someone missing in her life. Will Willa let down her guard and allow Damon back into her life again or will she continue to live the street life?
Thank you so much for stopping in Tasha. It is a pleasure having you here today.
When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?
I first began writing short stories when I was sixteen years old. My mother pushed me to utilize my wild imagination, so she bought me a computer. From that day I have never stopped writing and I still have the same BIG passion as I did when I had first begun writing.
How long does it take you to write a book?
I feel for each author it will be the time they dedicate to writing. Of course when your work is published you then have so many events and things you will need to do to promote your work but you must make time to continue writing on other works as well. For myself, it would take me about nine months to complete a book. However, many authors will read their work and make the necessary changes, which could run you into a year.
What is your work schedule like when you're writing?
When I am writing my work schedule is very hectic. I have so many things to juggle with my personal endeavors as well as work and school.
What would you say is your interesting writing quirk?
I like to write about things people can relate to. I write in such a way that I appear to be talking to my readers. I want my readers to have a connection with me when they are reading my work.
How do books get published?
Of course you have to present a body of work to wither a publisher or agent. It depends on the writer what route they would like to take. I used a book entitled Writer’s Market for a while. It gave me every publishing company in the United States with their contact information and what you will need to submit for them to determine if they will represent you. You will need to stay dedicated and understand that every agency will not accept your work. With every no there will come a yes as long as you are presenting quality or promising work.
Where do you get your information or ideas for your books?
I use my own imagination of things that happen in relationships and everyday life. I do not take things from my family or friends lives and write about it. I feel that would be a huge exploitation of their lives.
When did you write your first book and how old were you?
I wrote my first book when I was 21 years old. However, I didn’t take the steps of publishing the first book until about two years ago.
What do you like to do when you're not writing?
When I am not writing I just try to relax. I have a loving boyfriend who is very supportive of my writing so there are many times he will make the time to get me away from my atmosphere and allow me the time to rest my mind.
What does your family think of your writing?
My family is very supportive of my writing. My family has always encouraged me and they are very excited for me.
What was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books?
I have learned that I can challenge myself and multi task. Many times I will write two or three books at a time. I toggle between each book and it has shown to really benefit me.
Do you have any suggestions to help me become a better writer? If so, what are they?
You must first have the desire and the passion to write. Learn the basic structures and grammars so that you’re writing quality books. When you do find your representation, check them out! Every great person must have an even greater team behind them. Writers know what they want to say and sometimes see a word that isn’t really there and that is where your editor will come in. Remember it is not just you, it is a team.
Do you hear from your readers much? What kinds of things do they say?
I just began with actually publishing so I have had the pleasure to hear from some of my readers. There has been a pattern of them enjoying my ability to write about things they can relate to. Readers have also said they like the fact that if they think they have figured out what will happen I take a turn and flip it. My work is unpredictable.
What do you think makes a good story?
I feel it takes imagination and desire to write a good story. You do not want to write several books and have your readers feel you write about the same things all the time. That will tire your readers and possibly turn them away.
As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up?
I began writing short stories when I was sixteen years old and at that time I set a life goal to become a published author. I am doing what I want I wanted to do and I love every moment it. I am very humbled and appreciative.
Thank you for taking time to chat with us. Tasha is on Virtual Book Tour with Authors Supporting Authors and The Virtual Book Tour Cafe', so be sure to follow along with her at her various pit stops, leaving a comment along the way for your chance to win a copy of When A Tattered Past Catches you. You can view her tour schedule at her website http://authortashawright.webs.com
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