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![]() We are 28 days-ish away from Spring Fling! Kaitlyn and I will be announcing our prize donors soon! But we would be remiss if we didn’t tell you share a little about our amazing guest judge, Kim Hoa. And let me tell you, she knows her way around writing contest! Thanks for joining us, Kim. Let’s start with a little about you! Where are you writing from? And what inspires your stories? I am writing from Southern California. My stories are inspired by my family and friends and special moments that happen in my life. I like to create stories that touch upon family relationships and I love it when I get to bring in culture and traditions. I love all things kind and kawaii. It must be said that A GIFT FOR NAI NAI Is precious! If I may ask, how many times did you send your story out into the world before it found a home? I was lucky to have won Kaitlyn Sanchez’s Fall Writing Frenzy competition in which my prize was a critique with an editor at Macmillan. During the meeting, she expressed interest in my story. After some revisions, my story was acquired. So, I never got to go on submissions with A GIFT FOR NAI NAI. I am thankful for Kaitlyn, Erin Siu (editor), and Miranda Paul (agent) for the opportunity to have my book published. What was the best part about working with Macmillan Publishers? The best part was meeting Erin Siu. She was so kind and encouraging. She believed in me when I doubted myself. She helped to make my dreams come true. I am forever grateful. What tip do you have for writers as they traverse along in their writing? Keep writing. Keep creating. Surround yourself with creative friends who will help lift you when you are down, but who will also give you helpful feedback where you need most. Keep all your drafts because sometimes bits and pieces of those discards can help spark even better stories. Keep trying. I’ll be cheering for you! Finally, what is your favorite type of donut? I love mochi donuts! But those aren’t as easy to find, so I would have to say glazed donuts. I love that! Mochi donuts are on my must try list. Thank you, Kim, for sharing about your journey. Spring Flingers, I hope that Kim’s story inspires you! Now grab those pencils, or computers, and get to writing! Want to support Kim? Writing reviews, requesting her book at libraries, and buying her books are great ways to show author friends love! Find Kim's book here. |
AuthorCiara O'Neal is a librarian, a a donut fanatic, and a twin. Archives
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