Interview with Mary Ting
Author of Crossroads
Questions: R. Murry
Can you tell me a little about yourself?
I’ve taught kindergarten for almost 20 years. When my grandmother
passed away, I started writing a story based on a dream I had in high school.
Writing helped me heal the loss of her. Never in my wildest dream did I ever
thought about being an author. Now I have five books saga--Crossroads
Saga and a new adult—Something Great with more books coming real soon.
Do you remember the first story you wrote?
I know this sounds strange from a person who loves to write now,
but I didn’t enjoying writing before. So…nope. I don’t remember…lol!
Were you inspired by someone or something?
One of my inspirations was Stephenie Meyers. She wrote her story
based on a dream she had. I did the same for Crossroads Saga, but for Something
Great, it was a request from my friends.
What do you like about writing a story?
I get to write a story I enjoy reading. It takes me to a place
where I escape from everyday life stress. The best part is sharing my story
with readers. Hopefully they will enjoy it as much as I enjoyed writing them.
Can you tell us about your book?
I have two series. Crossroads Saga is based on a
dream I had. The main character mysterious goes to this place I called
Crossroads through her dreams and comes across a group of nelephims, half
human, half angel—romance and action based story. Book 1, Crossroads is
currently free on Kindle and Nook. Something Great is for 18 and over.
Jeanna—a college graduate seeking a good job and steady boyfriend. This book is
about friendship and finding true love, and not settling for second best. I’ve
recently published a book called From Gods. It is about Greek Mythology in modern
world.
What genre best fits for the book?
Crossroads Saga and From Gods are YA and Something Great is New
Adult/Contemporary Romance. Something Wonderful, book 2 of SG will be released
2/10/2014.
Are you working on something new at the moment?
I have few projects. I’m working on sequel to From Gods and Something
Great sequel—Something Wonderful, and another NA called My Clarity in May, 2014.
Do you have any tips for aspiring writers?
If you are really serious about writing, don’t give up. Don’t
think about it, just do it. Reach out to authors and follow them. That way you
get a feel for how to promote and what to do. Many indie authors help each
other.
Where can people go to read your work?
Amazon allows readers to read about 4 chapters. When you click on
the ebook cover, it will open up. You can also read teasers on my blog. www.marytingbooks.blogspot.com
Do you have anything to add?
Thanks for this opportunity. Here are my links to follow.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorMClarke
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorMaryTing
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossroadsBook
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/MaryTing
Website:
http://www.authormaryting
Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4388953.Mary_Ting
Pinterest:
http://www.pinterest.com/mting888/boards/
Nice Interview. Thank You.
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