What type of book promotion seems to work the best for you?
I'm new to the promotion side of publishing, so I can't really say what works best. I can tell you what I have planned for Rainbow Sheep: Books signings, school and library visits, craft fair appearances, direct mailing to fiber stores. I have sent out multiple review copies and I take advantage of the world of blogs. I enjoy making trailers for all my books and they appear on YouTube and other venues. Today I did errands and dropped off postcards printed with the Rainbow Sheep cover and blurb at the bank and the post office. I sold 7 books!
What is(are) your favorite book/author(s)? Why?
Adult fiction: Timothy Findley, Ursula LeGuin, Neil Gaiman, Terry Pratchett. These authors all write that kind of between the cracks fiction--somewhere between fantasy and literary fiction--that I aspire too. They each had a huge impact on my writing.
Children's fiction: Kate diCamillo, Madaleine L'Engle, Ursula LeGuin. These are storytellers in the true sense. They don't try to be didactic or cash in on modern shock value. They write beautiful, simple stories that will be as relevant in 100 years as they are today.
What is the best writing advice you’ve ever received?
It only takes one editor to say 'yes.'
Do you have a website/blog where readers may learn more about you and your work?
Between the Cracks fiction at www.kimmcdougal.com.
Children's fiction at www.kimchatel.com.
Do you have another book on the works? Would you like to tell readers about your current or future projects?
I am currently working on another picture book for Guardian Angel Publishing entitled A Talent for Quiet. This is the story of a shy little girl who bonds with her new step-dad while they photograph critters in the creek. It will be illustrated with my photographs, and include a short nonfiction section with photography tips for kids.
I am also working on the sequel to my fantasy novel Caul, Shroud and Veil coming soon from Double Dragon Publishing. So far, it's untitled. Double Dragon will also be releasing my novella, Angel Venom, this summer and I have two stories in their recently released Twisted Tails III Anthology, Pure Fear.
I also enjoy writing short stories and flash fiction. In the next few months, I have stories appearing in Albedo One Magazine, Hobart, Everyday Fiction, Flashshot, Necrotic Tissue, and a Coffee Break Short from Eternal Press.
I have several works in progress, but I intend to dedicate my summer to promoting Rainbow Sheep.
Anything else you’d like to say about yourself or your work?
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to share my world with your readers!
Article comments
1 - chancelucky
Great interview Marilyn.
2 - Donna McDine
Hi Kim...even though I recently interviewed you I've so much more about you in Mayra's interview. Wonderful questions and very inspiring and thoughtful answers. I look forward to reading your future publications.
Warm regards,
Donna
3 - Ginger Simpson
Kim, I think it was one of the best interviews I've read. It really gives readers an opportunity to get to know you and your work. I enjoyed all but the crushing part where you omitted me and my books from your list of favorites. *rofl*
Great job, and kudos to the interviewer.
Ginger
4 - Ginger Simpson
I think this was one of the best interviews I've read for really getting to know the author. I enjoyed reading it, all but the crushing part where you omitted me and my books from your list of favorites. *rofl*
Great job, and kudos to the interviewer.
Ginger