Exclusive Author Interviews – Get to Know the Minds Behind the Stories
Discover the inspiration, creative process, and personal stories behind your favorite books through our exclusive author interviews. At SmartBooksBuzz, we bring you in-depth conversations with authors across genres, sharing their journeys, writing tips, and insights into the world of storytelling. Whether you're a reader eager to learn more about the books you love or an aspiring writer seeking advice, our interviews offer a unique glimpse into the minds of talented writers. Explore now and get to know the authors who shape the literary world.
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What are some books or authors that you would recommend to our readers?All the Dan Brown novels, without a doubt!
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What are some books or authors that you would recommend to our readers?Frank Herbert and his Dune series of books for the Sci-Fi fans. Stuart Woods has some good drama/crime stuff. I also like Clancy, the classics like Hunt for Red October. Steven King, the Stand and Needful things.
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What inspired you to become a writer?Well, I’ve always been an avid in writing, teaching and research from my post MSc onwards. It’s not possible to say where inspiration comes from? Well that is largely a mystery. Simply, I just love to write, learn and teach. From there, it just took shape. I always try to be genuine in my actions and my words.
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What inspired you to become a writer?My story telling arose from the necessity of having to keep four holiday friends of my young son, entertained for an hour or so, in the confines of a beach tent, one very wet annual holiday in Great Yarmouth. The stories grew over the course of the following showery afternoons as my son and his new-found friends sought shelter until the rain clouds passed.
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What is your writing process like from idea to final draft?My process usually starts with a spark—an idea, a character, or a question I want to explore. From there, I outline the broad strokes of the story, though I leave room for discovery. I draft in stages, focusing on getting the story down first, and then I edit for structure, pacing, and detail until I’m satisfied with the final draft.
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What inspired you to become a writer?I’ve always had a passion for storytelling. As a child, I would create imaginary worlds and write short stories. The idea of being able to transport readers to another world, or make them feel something profound through words, inspired me to pursue writing seriously.
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What was the first story you ever wrote?The first story I ever wrote was a short tale about a girl who discovers a secret door in her backyard that leads to another world. It was very amateur, but that story lit a spark in me for world-building and adventure, and I’ve been writing ever since.
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How do you handle writing about difficult or emotional topics?Writing about difficult topics can be emotionally draining, but it’s also rewarding. I try to be as honest and authentic as possible, drawing on personal experiences or deep empathy for those situations. I also take breaks when necessary to process the emotions before diving back in.
