Author Interviews — Real Stories from Real Authors
Our interview section brings you candid conversations with writers from every genre. Whether it’s about their latest release, their writing journey, or what inspires them — these interviews offer insight and connection straight from the source.
Author interview - L. E. Bendon

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What inspired you to start writing?
I was being asked for advice on how to write a book during the covid lockdowns. It wasn't because I'd had any experience at that point - just because I was good at looking things up and regurgitating online advice into something that people can actually follow. And when I understood it well enough to explain it, I decided to follow it myself too, use the free time forced upon me, and discover if I really could create the type of novel I wanted to see on shelves - my favourite genre complete with interesting characters solving puzzles, and representing me and my interests in a way that didn't yet exist in print at the time.
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Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
My latest book is a departure from the two I already have published (the first two books of The Weapon and the Fruit - my whodunnit series featuring a quirky Aussie detective solving murders in contemporary west London while refusing to wear footwear). My newest book, currently in the editing stages, and aiming for publication before Christmas 2025 is a comedic fantasy set on another planet where magic exists and racism doesn't features an innkeeper and failed magician fortuitously placed as the only person who can lead a team of trainee adventurers up a mountain and through a dungeon campaign to save the population of a nearby city from being slaughtered by recently unleashed and extremely dangerous magical hybrid animals. The Dungeon Campaign for Animal Rites is essentially Discworld meets Knightmare with all the humour of my previous work, but with magic instead of murders. Suitable for all ages, but more likely to appeal to adults and particuIarly intellectual teens, it makes fun of the fantasy adventure and RPG traditions, while exploring some serious ethical considerations along the way.
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Farisai- A Journey Through Rejection, Resilience and Redemption
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What made you write
This is a childhood dream, I loved books when I was little and dreamt of writing since then
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Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
Farisai is a true story of despair. Ever felt there is no way out, there is no reason to live, the world is against you. Read Farisai
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Inside the Mind - Ronald Schulz

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Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
My latest book, Teenage Runaway, takes you back to the raw, rebellious heart of my generation. We were caught between an illegal and immoral war and attempting to build a new, more humane culture we, that is some of us, called Woodstock Nation. This is a real-life memoir of escape, survival, and the unrelenting pull of freedom.
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How do you create your characters?
They are real characters, people I describe as best I can, who were part of my experience.
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Inside the Mind - Tony Duxbury
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What inspired you to start writing?
I have been an avid reader since my teens and love the written word. One day decided I wanted to do something creative, so I began to write a novel. It was an experiment, but I enjoyed the experience and the result. I continued writing.
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Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
The last book I published was a fantasy novel about shapeshifters. It is set in an unnamed world in a medieval-style society. It has three POVs as the main character is an unconscious shape-changer, who hosts two others. As they learn of each other's existence, they become embroiled in political intrigue.
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Inside the Mind - Tom Kane

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What inspired you to start writing?
I was eight years old and the hovercraft had just been invented. I wondered if they could be used to explore new planets we may find with hostile environments. So I wrote my first science fiction story, 'Planet A for Acid.'
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Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
'Midnight's Crisis' is the fourth book in 'The Midnight Series' of nine novels about the wartime adventures of Jessie Fordham, SOE (Special Operations Executive) agent Midnight. It's due for release in December 2025.
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Inside the Mind - Jalissa Carter

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What inspired you to start writing?
I've been writing since I was a kid, so it's hard to pinpoint one specific moment of inspiration. I've always loved being creative and making up stories. I remember writing and illustrating my own comic book as a child, creating my own superhero. While I never published that comic, I did manage to pay homage to it in one of my novels, where I featured it as one of the main character's favorite heroes. It was a cool way to bring a childhood memory to life in my work!
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Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
My latest book is a collection of poetry titled 'Wedlope,' inspired by my experiences with a wedding elopement business of the same name. It's really a farewell to that chapter of my life, a way for me to commemorate the journey as I transition into pursuing wine education in my entrepreneurial endeavors.
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Inside the Mind - Peter Mantu

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What inspired you to start writing?
The hype behind Bitcoin and its resilience as a crypto coin that has truly stood the test of time.
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Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
Bitcoin Royalty: The Rise of King-P is a powerful blend of storytelling, vision, and financial insight. It follows the journey of King-P, a bold and visionary ruler who dares to break from tradition and invest in Bitcoin, the digital gold of a new era. Through his quest, readers are taken into a world where heritage meets innovation, and where courage to embrace change reshapes not only a kingdom but also the future of its people. This book is more than just a story—it’s a parable of leadership, empowerment, and financial freedom, crafted to inspire readers to think differently about money, technology, and legacy.
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Inside the Mind - Robin S Rice-Green
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What inspired you to start writing?
I wanted to share the life lessons that I learned and tell the stories that would cause people to think.
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Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
My latest book is called The Threshold and it is from the vision of what if people were disappearing in broad daylight yet no one was paying attention
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The Visitor - Mitchell Waldman

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What inspired you to start writing?
I was an avid reader as a kid. I remember reading a lot of sci fi -- Ray Bradbury, Robert Heinlein, all of that. Then there were the literary novels, later one. Hemingway, Philip Roth, and there was my Larry McMurtry period. And the bad books, some so bad I thought -- "Hey, I can do that!"
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Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
He wakes up in a different body. So begins the journey of Ash—short for Pin Asher9919—who awakens on a hospital bed on, he believes, a different planet after an automobile accident took the bodily life of an Earth human named Edward Fleishman. Ash is told he was the victim of a serious brain injury and miraculously recovered from being brain dead in a coma, but Ash feels he knows the truth: his spirit has replaced the distressed spirit of the former Edward Fleishman. And so Ash's new life on earth begins, complete with a spouse who is a stranger to him, a body he is not sure how to use, a world he must learn to navigate, and a government he can't trust. Some had said that The Visitor is a unique blend of science fiction, social commentary, and human drama. It stands out for its exploration of identity, alienation, and the human condition, themes that may resonate with readers of speculative fiction and literary works alike. It may appeal to readers who enjoy introspective narratives and stories that challenge perceptions of reality, much like works of Philip K. Dick or Kashuo Ishiguro’s Never Let Me Go. Its unique blend of genres and themes may make it a compelling read that stands out in the literary landscape.
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From There To Here- John Nkata's journey from Malawian soccer to the American Dream

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What inspired you to start writing?
I wanted to forewarn the people of my homeland, Malawi, who wish to chase the pursuit of a dream that they hope to achieve but are misinformed of what that expectation entails. Also, my experience holds a mirror to the true reflection of the American face towards immigrants who want better for themselves and their families.
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Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
In search for hopeful opportunities, an African soccer player is lured to the United States. What he finds is, purpose and the fact that the American Dream is only for some, for others, it’s a nightmare. Every immigrant has a story. This is my truth, told in reflection of the path that led to, not only my daughters, but my entire family experienced turmoil.
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