In EA: Creatively Creative's second back-to-back interview this month, the author spotlight shines on a writer whose current novel The Plug Next Door 5 is currently ranked in the top 20 on Amazon for Urban Fiction/Romance. This afternoon, I spoke with author Sol.
EA: What was it that sparked your interest in becoming an author? Also, were there fellow authors that further ignited that spark?
SOL: I've always enjoyed writing and telling stories, especially about my own experiences. If I wasn't verbally telling someone about the events of my days, I was writing about it in my journal. One day I decided to convert my college journal into a novel and August: An H-Town Love Story was born.
EA: What is the concept of The Plug Next Door series?
SOL: It tells the story of a highly educated and strong black woman falling for a wealthy man — who unbeknownst to her — is a drug lord.
EA: Is the fifth part of this series the last one?
SOL: Part 5 was released last month. My readers are currently waiting on part 6.
EA: How do balance parenting and writing? Is it a difficult task?
SOL: My children go to school during the day and that's when I usually write but yes, at times it is difficult to balance it all. Being the wife of a cop/soldier and mother of two very active children (they're in dance and gymnastics), sometimes I don't know if I'm coming or going.
EA: Would you say that writing a novel is easy?
SOL: Writing a novel definitely isn't easy Lol. It takes a lot of time, effort, energy and creativity to tell a captivating story every time, especially when I've written over 30 books.
EA: Are there any upcoming projects we can expect from Sol?
SOL: Absolutely! The Plug Next Door will be turned into a television show. We're looking to start shooting late October of this year. Also, I'm working on a spin-off to The Plug Next Door. It's a 4 part series about Summer's college experience from her freshman year to graduation.
EA: What advice would you give to aspiring authors?
SOL: My advice would be to write the story they want to tell as opposed to writing what the readers demand of them. While it's important to appreciate your supporters' feedback, a lot of them can be obnoxious when it comes to trying to tell an author how to write their book. If you abide by their "rules", you'll be in a box.
EA: Finally, tell the readers why The Plug Next Door series is a must buy.
SOL: I'm not a saleswoman and I don't pitch my book because I'd hate for someone to be disappointed based on me telling them The Plug Next Door is a must buy. Just read it and decide for yourself if it's a must read.
Epilogue
I would like to thank Sol for speaking with me today. For more on Sol and her novels, you can visit her author page in the link below. A final word from Sol: Thanks for reaching out to me for this interview on your blog. I really appreciate your love and support!
Amazon Author Page: Sol
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