Ask the Author: Xander Gray
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Xander Gray
I'm a research fanatic. Most of my story ideas come from things I've stumbled across during research. For example, Prison of Souls is the result of all the studying I did on the subject of Quantum Mechanics. The book I am working on now was motivated by research on unexplained disappearances in America's national parks.
Xander Gray
I'm working on my next novel. On the surface, it's about a little girl lost in the woods and the father who will stop at nothing to find her. As with my last book, there is more going on than meets the eye, and I hope readers will enjoy piecing the clues together.
Xander Gray
With the self-publishing era in full swing, the traditional barriers to becoming a published author have been removed. That is both good and bad. If you choose to self-publish, hire a very good editor. He/She can help you see things you would have missed on your own. Also, marketing is by far the hardest bit of the whole affair and it ends up taking a lot of time, but remember to keep writing, no matter how busy you get. Most writers need a catalog of books to make a decent living.
Xander Gray
Sharing my stories. Inventing worlds. Making connections with readers who appreciate the strange things rattling around in my brain.
Xander Gray
Just start writing. Something good will eventually happen.
Xander Gray
Thanks, Leslie! I am glad you liked Prison of Souls.
I am working on a book now, but do not have a release date yet. It may not have the same level of mystery as Prison, but there will be plenty for readers to ponder, and so far it is shaping up to be both scarier and more human than my last book.
I am working on a book now, but do not have a release date yet. It may not have the same level of mystery as Prison, but there will be plenty for readers to ponder, and so far it is shaping up to be both scarier and more human than my last book.
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