David Wailing is the next Indie to face my ten questions. He has penned several full-length novels but is perhaps best known for his hugely successful 'Auto' series of ebooks, which look at a future where technology has developed to a whole new level. The 'Auto' books are thrillers with a sci-fi twist and, as a non sci-fi fan, I have still enjoyed them immensely. So, without further ado, please welcome to my blog for the first (and possibly last time - see question 8)...David Wailing.
1. In one sentence, tell us about your latest book.
Copy is the latest thriller from the Auto series, and looks at what eBooks will be like in ten years time - shockingly different from what we're all used to!
2. Are you currently working on any new writing?
I've just started writing the opening story of Auto (Book 1). This will collect the five previously published stories of the Auto series plus three exclusive new stories, to form a full-length novel. It won't be out for a few months yet, but this has been my big project for the past year.
3. Your favourite book?
I can't say I have one all-time favourite. Douglas Adams has always been a huge inspiration, so 'The Hitch-Hikers Guide To the Galaxy' series is always up there. Ben Elton has also produced some crackers, such as 'Popcorn'. In recent years my most well-thumbed book has been 'The Writers Tale' by Russell T Davies - not so much for the Doctor Who stuff as for his very personal insights into the nature of writing, and living life as a writer.
4. Tree books or e-books?
It's mainly ebooks for me nowadays - shock! Bet you never saw that coming! But I'm not averse to reading printed books either. I read the paperback of Fahrenheit 451 not too long ago, since it isn't available as an ebook, but that seemed very fitting for a novel about book-burning.
5. Last film you watched?
You probably know that trolls are 'in' right now, so being a trendy finger-on-pulse kind of guy, I watched 'Troll Hunter' on Blu-ray last week. It's a strange mix of Blair Witch-style creepiness and unintentionally funny CGI monsters! As for the cinema, I honestly can't remember my last trip, and have a feeling it was as long ago as 'The Avengers'.
6. If you could choose any location in the world to write in, where would that be?
I wrote a chapter of Fake Kate sitting on a beach in Fiji, so that would be great to return to (as long as they had wi-fi!). Otherwise I'd prefer to be somewhere urban and cool, like Berlin or Stockholm. They're more tolerant of eccentrics there.
7. Who, if anyone, do you get to read your work before it is published?
I rarely do this. I usually publish my work without it being proof-read by anybody. I know all the recommendations that are routinely dumped on the heads of authors insist otherwise, but usually I trust in my own editing. (I can hear the chorus of "That explains a lot!" already...) Having said that, if there are specific reasons for getting a second opinion, then I'll target someone and ask for their thoughts. I'm happy to get feedback, but am also very protective of my writing.
8. What was the last book you read?
Er. Can't remember. Must have been awful. 'Something something something Maureen', I think, by... whatshisname... you know. Him with the face.
9. (posed by previous guest author, Rosen Trevithick) If you were asked to do a raunchy photo-shoot for ‘FHM’, ‘Loaded’ or ‘Cosmo’ to raise your author profile, would you take it?
The best way to answer this question is to suggest that you buy a copy of next month's 'Bizarre' magazine and take a look at the centre pages. Guess who!
10. What question would you like the next guest author to answer?
If you wrote a popular best-seller and a Hollywood studio offered a life-changing fortune for the movie rights, but admit they are going to adapt it into something you find horrible... would you still sell the rights?
You can find out more about David at his website: http://www.davidwailing.com/
David's UK Amazon author page is: HERE
If you fancy stalking him, follow him on Twitter @davidwailing
...and if you want to find out what David really thinks of 'Something something something Maureen' by whatshisname (aka 'A Letter for Maureen' by Jonathan Hill), you can read his review HERE
...and if you want to find out what David really thinks of 'Something something something Maureen' by whatshisname (aka 'A Letter for Maureen' by Jonathan Hill), you can read his review HERE
Thank you, David!
Fab interview !
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