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Q: How long did it take you to write it?
A: The idea and sketches come instantly, but it takes me some time, a month or longer to create a proper copy.
Q: What about other e books on your site? There are some non fiction ones.
A: Yes, first one is Writing Basics, a how-to book for new writers. It includes articles that will help new writers come to grips with internet and shows them how to get published fast. It is a mini guide that contains a market research as well. The second one is Flowers for Women, an anthology of true stories dedicated to women worldwide. The contributors’ stories are inspiring and positive and will entertain all readers, not only women.
Q: Tell us about your new book.
A: The Hostel is a novel set in London, UK, in early 70s. Apart from social issues story seeks to highlight, such as age difference between a couple and prejudice and discrimination of other cultures, it is an old fashioned subtle romance that includes historical elements of that time and shows lifestyle of a part of residents as well. The main character is Nina, a girl in her late teenage years , who fights against odds to keep her first love alive. Readers can read an excerpt of story at http://lianametal.tripod.com/thehostel
Q: Who is it aimed for?
A: I would suggest that Young Adults category is appropriate, but I think that adults can find it entertaining as well, especially those who remember 70s, or those who can identify themselves with characters of story.
Q: Have you any suggestions for new writers?
A: Never give up! I was very discouraged every time I got a rejection, but I went on writing and then I got published. If writing makes you happy, you will find a way to do it, no matter how busy you are. Writing is an addiction for life.
Thank you very much, Liana
Thank you, too, Bill. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Liana Metal is currently working on a new novel for adults. Her books can be viewed at http://lianametal.tripod.com/thehostel http://liamet.tripod.com/flowers http://lianametal.tripod.com http://liamet.tripod.com