1. What inspired you to write a story?
My every day life really. I find so much inspiration from simple things. My first piece 'Mis-Branded' was actually inspired by all the labels at my school. Like Jocks, Nerds, Populars ect. I just so happened to be labeled Emo and sometimes a geek and it really got to me that what if the labels were wrong? What if i'm not really what people figure me to be? And boom! I got my idea for my first story! So really its all about how you look upon the things around you for me. That's where all of my inspiration comes from.
2. Do you get any hate on your stories? If you do, how do you handle it?
None that i've received online yet though my friends often do tease me about my fan fictions with out even actually reading them. I try to brush it off mostly. Not everyone likes the same topics, so of course some one may not like what you're writing about. Or they may not like your style. No one's perfect so not everyone will like your works but just remember there are people who do, and maybe even people who write in styles similar to yours. It's important to remember that there will be people that will dislike your works but just remember there are people who will adore it as well.
3. How did you come up with the title and the plot?
The idea is where most of it revolves around. The title has to relate to the book in some way or else you just have a title that doesn't relate to the story at all. Your title is suppose to draw people in, so if it doesn't relate well your readers came for all the wrong reasons. The plot well it kind of just develops as I write. I like making unique plots, things people normally think about with a twist. Its all about how you see things y'know?
4. What books would you tell your readers to read?
I like Sci-fi and Twisted books. Like recently I read 'The Host' by Stephenie Meyer author of Twighlight. And I absolutely adored it! It has the perfect twist and it's well paced. Unique plots and twists are things I adore. I also read Heroes of Olympus and I find it very interesting. I like books that keep you on the edge of your seat. Like Cirque Du Freak for example. It isn't well known but the plot is absolutely brilliant. Or like Escape from Furnace another well paced Thriller!
5. If you could work with any author on Wattpad who would it be ?
Hmmmm that's a bit tough since I have so many favorites. Possibly BelWatson or MollyNight or maybe even WonderWall123 . They're all so talented and have original ideas people haven't exactly become accustomed to. They are also very well detailed with their stories. I just admire their originality and I love reading their books as well.
6. Who is your favourite character in your story and why?
My favorite Character would have to be the lead Vira. She's portrayed as a bit shy and lonely at first but I plan to develop her into a strong female lead. I thing of her as a different aspect of me really especially since the whole idea for the society she lives in came from people calling me Emo when I wasn't. IN many ways she's just a different version of me I'd like to say.
7. Can you relate to any of your characters?
Vira and Julia in many ways (Julia is the lead from Phobias) They're both just twisted versions of me. Like different reflections of myself. I take my opinions and actions into consideration when I'm writing my books. It's kind of like making a new me and putting her in different situations.
8. Are their any wattpad authors that have grasped your interest?
MollyNight for sure. Her grasp on different realities reeled me in from the beginning and I've been a loyal follower ever since.
9. What do you think your cover says about your book?
I made sure that my cover contained a dark aura of sorts since this isn't what you typically read in fan fictions. I mean the girl lives in a society that relies on labels for crying out loud. Today labels aren't as highly relied on but they do have impacts. In my book they completely control Vira's life. I wanted to make sure the idea of a twisted future or demented life got across with my cover.
10. Any advice for other writers who are writing a story?
Just never give up. Sooner or Later people will stumble across what you've created and they'll either want to keep reading or not. Its all about doing what you love in the end. If you just want to write for the glory I suggest you stop because its about the passion you put in and the hard work you use to make your writing. Just make sure you enjoy writing before you continue or else you'll find your self in a big hot mess. And don't forget to have fun! You're not supposed to get stressed out from your works. Your suppose to be doing what you love and enjoying it.
11. Anything specific you wanna say to your readers?
Um I love you guys seriously you brought my book up to 100 reads by my 2nd chapter and I can't thank you enough. I hope I don't scare you away and I hope you enjoy my works. I LOVE YOU ALL.
12. What do you want to say to writers with their books on hold?
Everyone has their reasons. Just make sure you don't put it on hold FOREVER okay? There are people who want to read your books don't keep them waiting for long! c:
~Ana a.k.a whenlightsdie xx.
