Did you always want to be a writer? If not what did you want to be?
I was
always an avid reader but hadn’t thought about writing until later in
life. I went to university and completed
a Business Degree. I started working in
the finance department for Environment Canada, but it was after my hubby was
posted up North (population 800) and I ran out of books that I first tried my
hand at writing.
When
did you first consider yourself as a "writer"?
When
I started taking it seriously and stopped treating it like a hobby. I joined writers groups, found critique
groups/partners, and wrote every single day.
Even though I wasn’t published at the time, I still considered myself a writer.
Did
it take a long time to get your first book published?
Yes. It took a lot of time, a lot of work, and a
lot of learning. I wrote and rewrote and
continued to hone my craft for years before i sold my fist book. I started writing seriously in 2000 and sold
my first book at the end of 2005.
What
is the name of your latest book, and if you had to summarise it in less than 20
words what would you say?
I
just finished Pride Unleashed, a dark, gritty werewolf tale, Once an enslaved
wolf, Pride will stop at nothing to free those still trapped in the master’s
underground prison.
Who
is your publisher? or do you self publish?
I
write under three different pen names.
Two of my names are traditionally published at Penguin, Samhain, and Tor
and my YA books under Cat Kalen are self published.
How
long does it usually take you to write a book, from the original idea to
finishing writing it?
I
think this varies but on average I’d say about 6 months. Coming up with a high concept, unique idea is
the hardest I believe.
What
can we expect from you in the future? ie More books of the same genre?
Books of a different genre?
I’m
hoping to write Pride’s Pursuit, the third book in my Wolf’s Pride trilogy and
I have this crazy idea floating around in my head for a new series that I want
to explore further.
What genre would you place your books into?
My YA
books are definitely paranormal. Some
have even said they were psychological thrillers.
Do
you have a certain routine you have for writing? ie You listen to music, sit in
a certain
chair?
No
music for me. I need complete
silence. After I see the kids off, I
work out, shower, eat then hit the computer.
I usually settle in to write around 10 and finish up around 4.
What
do you do to unwind and relax? Do you have a hobby?
I
think it’s very important to walk away from the work and refuel the well at
time. I love reading, gardening, walking
and going to the movies. I love going
out for dinner and drinks with friends.
I love to watch my son play soccer, to bake or shop with my daughter and
in the evenings the think I like to do most is hang out with my hubby..
Which
format of book do you prefer, ebook,hardback, or paperback?
Ebook.
I used a Kobo for over a year now, but the family all chipped in and bought me
an IPAD for Christmas!
Is
there a book you know you will never read? Or one you tried to read but just
couldn't finish?
Yes,
but I would never say because I wouldn’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings. Writing is hard, and what we like and don’t
like is subjective.
Do
you or would you ever use a pen name?
I
have three!
Where can readers follow you?
Your blog details? http://www.catkalen.com/blog/
Your blog details? http://www.catkalen.com/blog/
Your web site? http://www.catkalen.com/
Your facebook page? https://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=100002600082432
Your Twitter details? @catkalen
And any other information you wish to supply?
YABEYOND BLOG http://www.yabeyond.com/
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