Interview with Shameeka Williams
Published 2020-07-26.
Where did you grow up, and how did this influence your writing?
I grew up mostly in East New York Brooklyn, Growing up i witnessed and experienced many things that influenced my writing
When did you first start writing?
When i was 13 i started writing Poetry
What's the story behind your latest book?
Write or Die: My Solace in the Wilderness highlights my personal journey, throughout life I've had my fair share of ups and downs so writing this book was very therapeutic
What motivated you to become an indie author?
Certain life events inspired my first book Divine's Justice , so i decided to share my stories with the world in fiction form
How has Smashwords contributed to your success?
I am just starting to utilize the gifts that smashwords has to offer indie Authors , but i look forward to a wonderful journey.
What is the greatest joy of writing for you?
Sharing great stories that inspire, motivate or simply entertains my readers
What do your fans mean to you?
My fans mean the world to me, they are very supportive and patient
What are you working on next?
I am working on my upcoming novel which will raise awareness on current events going on in the inner cities nationwide
Who are your favorite authors?
Teri Woods
Shannon Holmes
Treasure Blue
Chunichi
Sister Souljah
Prentice Powell
What inspires you to get out of bed each day?
Sharing my creativity with the world
When you're not writing, how do you spend your time?
In my spare time i enjoy providing graphic designs for upcoming indie authors or business owners
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Books by This Author
Ode to You
by Shameeka Williams
Price:
$10.19 USD.
Words: 6,760.
Language:
English.
Published: October 21, 2020
.
Categories:
Poetry »
African Poetry
For those who have inspired me, uplifted me and motivated me to be better then what society wanted me to believe i could be!!!This Ode is for you!!!
