Book Review Tour for So Many Reasons Why by Missy Johnson
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Missy Johnson
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Interview Questions
1. What inspired you to write So Many Reasons Why?
I've
always enjoyed writing, and over recent years I have found writing everyday
really helpful in dealing with my depression. I wanted to write a story that
was not only enjoyable to read, but also dealt with some real issues.
2. What was the
best thing about creating the character of Emma?
I loved
creating Emma. I wanted a character who although had her issues, was strong and
could still laugh at life. The best thing for me was exploring her feelings for
Simon.
3. . Did you do any research before beginning to write?
Many of
my books incorporate some aspect of crime or justice, so there is research
involved in tha
How much of your inspiration comes from life and people around you?
My mother
pointed out after reading So Many Reasons Why that she can see parts of me in
Emma, so I guess I do use people and experiences from my life in my
stories.
5. There are several issues raised in this book. Was
this deliberate or did the story evolve this way?
From the
beginning, I wanted to explore falling in love and dealing with life from
an agoraphobic’s point of view, so it was always deliberate that Emma would
suffer from it. As the story developed, so did some of the other issues (I
won’t mention what they are so as not to ruin the story).
Book two, which will be released in May will further explore these issues, and Emma's struggle with overcoming agoraphobia.
Book two, which will be released in May will further explore these issues, and Emma's struggle with overcoming agoraphobia.
6. How can Australians get a copy of your book?
The
book is available from Amazon, kobo and will also be available through my
Facebook page in print form from early April
7. What advice do you have for aspiring writers or
artists?
My biggest piece of advice would be don’t give up.
Keep writing, and write the type of story you would want to read.
There are plenty of wonderful writing groups out there too which can be a great way to improve your writing.
There are plenty of wonderful writing groups out there too which can be a great way to improve your writing.
8. What
is your favourite book?
The girl In
Times Square has long been a favourite book of mine, and one I always come back
to when I need a good read. Some of my recent favourites include Ten Tiny
Breaths, by K.A Tucker, Easy, by Tammara Webber, and Slammed, by Colleen
Hoover.
Author Bio
32 year old Missy is married to her
wonderfully supportive husband, and lives in a small town in Central Victoria
her confused pets (a dog who think she's a cat, a cat who thinks he's a
dog...you get the picture). Living in the middle of nowhere leaves Missy with
plenty of spare time to write.
When she's not writing, she can usually be found looking for something to read.
When she's not writing, she can usually be found looking for something to read.
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