Lauren Oliver Author Interview for YALLFEST

Have you heard of YALLFEST?  If you have not, than I really encourage you to pop over to their site to learn more about this AMAZING event happening on Saturday, November 9 in Charleston, SC. I only wish I lived closer so I could attend but instead, I am helping to spread the word about it!

Today, I am beyond thrilled to be sharing an interview with the spectacular Lauren Oliver. Taking a look at her GoodReads page, you will find so many wonderful titles to read. This past March, the highly anticipated Requiem debuted. I know I am looking forward to reading Panic as well in the upcoming months. Without further ado, here is the interview:

Q1: What one thing do you need to have when you write?
Coffee!



Q2: What is the hardest line to write- the first or the last?
Honestly, neither. It’s just every single line in between that feels impossible.
Q3: Best writing tip you ever received?
Aim for truth and beauty will follow.

Q4: Tell us 5 random facts about yourself.

1. I have fourteen tattoos. 
2. I can fall asleep any time, any place. 
3. I have a phobia of worms. 
4. I hate fruit. 
5. I wrote my first novel largely on my Blackberry.

Q6: Where's your favorite place to write?In my sunroom in upstate New York.


Q7: What are you working on now?Two different middle grade books and an untitled young adult novel that my agent described as “the most disturbing thing he’s ever read.” Oops!

Q8: What is your favorite genre to write in? To Read?
I love realistic books that include just a hint of fantasy.