Delivers stories that are fresh and different. Indie Interview with @HAnneHenry
Meet H. Anne Henry
Genre: Fantasy
Best Known for: Dove Creek Chronicles
H.
Anne Henry is an urban fantasy & paranormal romance writer. She
lives in North Texas, where the flat, windswept landscape provides
inspiration for the backdrop of her brand new Dove Creek Chronicles
series. When she isn't pecking away at a story, she spends her time
chasing a busy husband and loving a spirited toddler . . . Or is that
the other way around?
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H. Anne
Thank you for joining us today!
How did you get started writing, and why did you want to write?
Somewhere in my early teenage years, I began jotting down little
stories that popped into my head. At that time I had no inkling of
being an author; I simply enjoyed letting my imagination take a
stroll across the page. That’s still what it’s all about for me.
Writing is an important creative outlet and with the advent of
self-publishing, I can easily share that with others.
What made you decide to go the "indie" route?
I’m
impatient! Really, though. I have nothing against traditional
publishing, but waiting around to find out if my manuscript would be
accepted and then the long wait to see my book on shelves just
doesn’t appeal to me. Indie publishing allows me to have full
control of my schedule as well as the creative aspects of getting
books on the market. So maybe I’m an impatient control-freak?
The first installment of the Dove Creek
Chronicles, Once Broken, is my debut novel and is out now.
Right now, I’m working on the second book in the series, Twice
Dead. It should be out sometime this summer.
Of the stories you have out now, which is your favorite? Do you have
a favorite scene or character that stands out?
Since Once Broken is
it at the moment, it holds that distinction, but I think it’ll stay
one of my favorites for good. The car chase scene was so much fun to
write and it’s a rousing display of action, but my favorite part of
it comes at the end. Remi is forced to shoot two people in
self-defense and she doesn’t take it too well. She’s deeply upset
about it and it shows that she’s not a battle-hardened warrior, but
just a regular woman with weaknesses and feelings who tries her
damnedest to protect people.
What would you like to tell your readers? What would you like to say
to potential readers?
Thank you! I’m still a fledgling author, so
every bit of support I receive is incredible and I appreciate it so
very much. To potential readers, I hope you’ll take a chance on me.
I can promise that I will always put forth the best work that I’m
able.
There are many, many indie books and authors out there right now. How
do you work to stand out?
Wow, you’re right! And not only are there
many, but there is some amazing talent in the indie pool. It’s
tough to be visible in such a market, so I try to deliver stories
that are fresh but still touch on what readers like to see. Creatures
such as vampires and werewolves have been done every which way, but
I’ve brought something different to the table with the Dove Creek
series.
What's your favorite part about being an author (both as writer and
publishing books), and what's your least favorite part?
I have been
hugely surprised by how much I’ve enjoyed learning the indie
publishing process, and I’ve come in contact with readers,
bloggers, and other authors that I would not have had I not started
on this journey. My least favorite part is having to talk about
myself. Weird, I know! But like many writers, I’m naturally
introverted. I have a hard time playing myself up.
Any parting words?
Just want to say a big thank you to the Masquerade
Crew for being here to help promote indie authors and our work. Y’all
are fantastic!
Thank you, H. Anne!
Bella
