Interview With Ms. Chris Renee

 Interview With Ms.Chris Renee

 

1.) Could you let the fans know how your journey as a signed author begun?

 I actually self published my first book, Karma On Ice.  I’m such a headstrong person that I didn’t even look for a publisher.  I just wrote it and self published it.

 

2.)    What was the first book you completed under Life Changing Books and what is it about?

 Wealthy and Wicked is the first book I have under LCB.  The story is about a woman who is so caught up in herself that she doesn’t care who she steps on to get ahead.  When someone in her life has enough of her bull, they begin to try and move heaven and earth to make her pay.

 

3.)    At what age did you begin writing?

 I’m sure its probably been since I could pick up a pen but the first essay that I remember writing was in 3^rd grade and my teacher loved it so much she put it in the hallway so everyone could read it.

 4.)    What was it like when you found out your manuscript was chosen to be signed?

 

 When I got the message to call the CEO Azarel I was very excited and very nervous.  She is such an amazing person and spirit she instantly put me at ease.  Soon as I hung up the phone with her, I remember screaming and crying to the top of my lungs.

 5.)    What are some things you have learned about the literature industry thus far?

  That it is more than just writing a good book.  You have to really grind and hustle in this business.  There are so many books and authors out there and you have to put in serious dedication to be successful.

 

6.)    What are the most important elements of good writing? According to you, what tools are must-haves for writers?

 You must have quite time and devotion.  Shut off all social networks, get a glass of wine or two and light a candle. Just let the words flow

7.)    What are your current/future projects?

 As crazy as it sounds, I’m writing 3 books at one time.  My mind is all over the place with ideas and no matter how hard I try, I can’t stop writing.  It’s such an addiction.

 8.)     What book(s) / author(s) have influenced your life and writing?

Mildred D. Taylor’s Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry, was the book that I read that made me say I wanted to write.  Mama by Terry McMillian is also one of my favs.  I’ve read that book about 10 times.  Each time, I love it more.  Those two authors are so descriptive and the emotion that they put behind their words is just amazing.

 9.)     Did you learn anything from writing your book and what was it?

I learned that just because I think something is good doesn’t mean the rest of the world will love it.  Sometimes I would submit in chapters that I thought were awesome but the test readers would be like, ummmmm NO! LOL I just thank God that LCB has been so patient and helpful in developing me as a better writer.

 

 

BIO

Chris Renee was born and raised in St. Louis, MO. Early on she had hopes of becoming a journalist with emphasis in entertainment. However, after becoming a teenage mother, she selflessly put her own dreams aside to raise her young family. After years of working in the field of medical insurance she had considered that dream as a distant memory. It wasn't until she was introduced into the world of blogging did she re-ignite her passion for writing. After building a huge fan base on several blogs she decided to transform one of the popular blogs into a book. 

She still resides in the St. Louis area with her family and currently working on her second fictional novel as well as a motivational book for teenage mothers.

 

 

Author Chris Renee can be reached at Iamchrisrenee@gmail.com

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