We were lucky to catch up with Sara Kate recently and have shared our conversation below.
Hi Sara, so excited to have you with us today, particularly to get your insight on a topic that comes up constantly in the community – overcoming creativity blocks. Any thoughts you can share with us?
I have overcome writers block by giving myself some time to reflect on what I want to write about. I learned that forcing myself to sit down and come up with an idea would not get me to where I want to be. It wouldn’t allow a creative and intriguing story, either. So instead of wracking my brain and being hard on myself, I allowed myself the time to get inspiration from other books, TV shows, and movies in my genre (thrillers and mysteries).
Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?
I write psychological thrillers and crime mysteries about stalkers and serial killers. I like to write fictional stories that can also be very real situations. I enjoy writing scenes that my characters have to fight to get out of and defend themselves in some way. Therefore, my readers can see that, while my stories are fiction, they can easily be a form of reality (an unfortunate form of reality) but there can also be a positive ending… despite the trauma the characters go through.
My books are available for purchase in paperback format at select store retailers such as Barnes and Noble and through e-book download on Amazon.
My newest release is a short mystery on Amazon, titled THE UNSEEN AND UNINVITED.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Since I grew up reading mysteries and thrillers, I believe the years of reading different books by various authors helped shaped my own writing career.
The only advice that I have for people who are looking to become an author or are just beginning is to not let imposter syndrome take over. At one point, everyone feels like their writing isn’t good enough, but there are also times when your own writing shocks you in a good way.
What do you do when you feel overwhelmed? Any advice or strategies?
When I am feeling overwhelmed, I like to simply take a break. Most of the time, I get overwhelmed with advertising and marketing my books through social media. When this happens, I remind myself that taking a day or a few days off from the world isn’t a big deal. My readers will find me when the universe allows it.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sara-Kate/author/B08K8FVX86?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
- Instagram: instagram.com/sarakateauthor
- Facebook: facebook.com/sarakateauthor
- Youtube: youtube.com/sarakateauthor
