Smashwords Interview mit Ani

Ein Interview mit Smashwords.com vom 14.01.2017

Dieses Interview ist derzeit leider nur in Englisch verfügbar.

What inspires you to get out of bed each day?
My cat when he is licking my face to make me get up and make him some food

Who are your favorite authors?
Robert A. Heinlein, Ken Follet, John Grisham, John Le Carré, John D. MacDonald, Joachim Meyerhoff, Erich Kästner

When you're not writing, how do you spend your time?
Singing, cooking, baking and usually annoying my friends with political discussions

Do you remember the first story you ever wrote?
Yes, indeed, I do. I had just turned 13, my parents had given me a type-writer for my birthday, since I had declared I would be a writer some day. So, I immediately tackled it. The story was a science fiction; very badly written, I might add, but full of interesting characters. With time, I got better!
Do you remember the first story you ever read, and the impact it had on you?
There was one book by Robert A. Heinlein that to this day is imprinted on my memory: Glory Road! Great book!

How do you approach cover design?
I love design and art... I usually know what I want

What are your five favorite books, and why?
1. Wann wird es endlich wieder so, wie es nie war by Joachim Meyerhoff (hilariousy funny)
2. The Door Into Summer by Robert A. Heinlein (simply great writing and stellar story)
3. Time Enough For Love by Robert A. Heinlein (see above)
4. Tom Clancy's Hunt For Red October (I am a fan of good spy novels)
5. Dr. Erich Kästners Lyrische Hausapotheke by Erich Kästner (a life saver)

What do you read for pleasure?
I think I just answered that by giving you my five favourite books

Describe your desk
Currently chaotic

What's the story behind your latest book?
That is still work in progress. but, here is the synopsis:
Set in New York City and The Hamptons. The story revolves around the Storm family consisting of financial magnate Robert Storm, his wife Vanessa and their son Robby. One day, an anonymous accusation is made that the Storms are abusing their son, and from then on, they become entangled in a web of deceit and murder. Apart from their loyal “Man Friday”, Japser, their only allies are company lawyer Jack Foreman, child psychologist Jill Ashley and two NYPD detectives, Gloria Jackson and Hank Miller. When the first murder happens, Robert Storm quickly becomes a suspect. He has been framed, but he needs to prove it. When the real murderer is finally unmasked, all are in for a big shock.

What motivated you to become an independent author?
Many frustrating attempts with publishing houses

How has Smashwords contributed to your success?
That still remains to be seen

What is the greatest joy of writing for you?
Losing myself in another world, getting to know my characters...

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