Akshaya Sutrave

Akshaya Sutrave asked Rick Riordan:

Hi Mr Riordan! What do you think about self published books in general, or based on their quality and reach? (I was curious because I'm a self published teen author trying to get into the mainstream publishing business and it would mean a lot to me if you answered my question. I'm a huge fan! :))

Rick Riordan I don't know a great deal about self-publishing, but certainly it is more popular, easier to do, and taken more seriously than it was when I was young. I imagine the quality varies widely, just as it does with traditionally published books. I am not sure I've ever read any self-published work, to be honest, but I am aware of several authors who started with self-publishing and went on to successful writing careers, so I know it can be done, and it can be good experience to build your skills. My advice would be the same, really, no matter what kind of publishing you want to do: keep practicing, keep writing, read a lot, and don't give up. Those are the only ingredients I know of to becoming a successful writer and finding an audience. Good luck! Lots more tips can be found on my website, rickriordan.com.

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mila

mila asked Rick Riordan:

I've been a huge Percy Jackson fan since I was little, and the tremendous impact that your literary world had on me is incredible. I don't think I would be the person I am today if it weren't for your books and the world they introduced me to, and for that I am eternally grateful. Are you aware of the influence you have on your young readers? How do you come to terms with such a burden? Asking as a future writer!

Lexi P.

Lexi P. asked Rick Riordan:

Do you plan on coming to michigan anytime soon? Or ever? Also, I just wanted to say I love all the books you've written, even the adult ones. I read pjo in 3rd/4th grade and they made reading so cool to me! I'm gonna be a sophomore in high school this year too. Also, are there any more pjo/hoo graphic novels coming out?

Mads

Mads asked Rick Riordan:

Hi Rick! So, I was really curious, did you ever have anything in mind for the floors between the top of the actual empire state building and the 600th floor where Olympus is located, or was the choice of the 600th floor an entirely random number that you decided on?

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