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Katie Zaber Interview

Katie Zaber Author Interview

 

About Katie Zaber

Katie Zaber knows the best way to decide who is cooking dinner is with a Nerf gun fight in the living room. Her boyfriend is an exceptional cook. When she isn’t baking, reading, or going to wine tastings, she’s busy planning her next trip to Six Flags Great Adventure or Long Beach Island, New Jersey. As a child, her parents would read stories about Atlantis and other fictional places that she dreamed of exploring, fueling her love of history, adventure, and fantasy. These days, she finds herself captivated by her many projects and enjoys quiet nights at home.

The Interview

1.            When did you first start writing?

I’ve always been creative, but never took up writing until I was recovering from surgery, was on a lot of meds, and let my imagination loose. Once off the meds and healed, I edited Ashes and Blood, working on draft after draft until I was happy. I published Ashes and Blood May 13, 2020, after working on it for about two years. 

 

2.            What’s the first book you remember loving to read?

The Giver by Lois Lowry. I read it in 6th grade and loved it. Actually, just recently I found out that there are three other books in the series. And yes, I plan on reading them.

 

3.            What’s the best book you’ve read recently?

Oh damn, I really enjoyed A Flight of Ravens by John Conroe. All of his books are great reads. As soon as I pick one up, I have a hard time putting it down.

 

4.            Are you a morning or evening writer?

Both, I write when I can. Sometimes I wake up at 5 a.m. to get a couple hours in before work. Other nights, I’m up to 2 a.m. When I have time, I write.

 

5.            Do you plot, improvise, or do a bit of both?

I do a little of both. Normally, I plot out the book, all the key parts, and then I improvise the rest.

 

6.            Do you read many ‘how to write’ books? Would you recommend any?

I don’t, but I have taken classes through Reedsy. They provide helpful information on various subjects.

 

7.            Which of your characters is most different from you?

Carmia from my Dalya series is my opposite. She’s bold, cunning, and doesn’t trip over her own feet. I’m not certain if we would be friends if we met. She’s not the nicest person.

 

8.            What inspired your latest book?

A nightmare inspired DNA Demons N Angels. I’ve always had nightmares that if I have children, that I would give birth to the Antichrist or something demonic.

 

9.            Who are your favorite authors?

Margaret Atwood, J.R.R. Tolkien, John Conroe, Jim Butcher, Kevin Hearne, Karen Marie Morning, Jennifer Estep, Laini Taylor, and Chuck Palahniuk are some of my favourite authors.

 

10.         If your latest book got adapted into film, who would you want portraying the main roles?

I have no clue. I would not be able to cast the actors for the film. But I would like to watch the auditions.

 

11.         What fictional food would you most like to try if you could?

Oh, I don’t know. I have a big sweet tooth. So I think I would want to try some of the magical candy from Harry Potter.

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