C. S. Lark

Author Bio: C. S. Lark a story author, and former retail associate. She has written a few short stories and her first novel, Schideler’s Goal. When she is not writing, working, she enjoys being with family, helping with her church’s outreach ministry, reading her Bible and any World War II books she can get her hands on, being outside, and going on long trips often to museums and other places. She also enjoys doing puzzles, playing her keyboard, learning the trumpet and guitar, craft making, and telling others about what Jesus has done for her. Her favorite Bible verses are John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life,” Proverbs 31:30 “Favor is deceitful and beauty is vain, but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.”

Author/Writer Interview:

1.What inspires you most to write?

The fact that I get to share what's on my mind with the world.

My goal is to bring some hope, and light into the world through writing.

2. What is your favorite genre?

I would have to say fiction. I am a big fan of the Chronicles of Narnia series and Charles Dickens.

3. Who is one author you admire if any and why?

I admire John Bunyan. I think the fact that he was able to write Pilgrims Progress from prison was amazing. Not just that, but the fact he was able to warn Christians about the hardships of the Christian walk. His faith to me is amazing. That he lost everything and still had a strong faith that lead him to write one of the most well known books for centuries, still challenges me to be bold for my faith.

4. How do you overcome blank writing spells?

I usually either put my manuscript away for a while and look at it later or I put on some music. Sometimes I get inspiration from hearing music.

5. What legal publishing advice can you give?

I suggest going through a publisher. I work with Christian Faith Publishing. They have been great! All the help I have been given is amazing and their team is great.

6. How many books have you written, are any a bestseller yet?

So far, I have written two books. My first being published in 2019 and my second was published earlier this year.

As of now none have become best sellers.

7. If you had the opportunity to rewrite one movie script which would it be, why?

I would have the movie script of

8. What are some difficulties you've experienced in your writing career; how do you handle book critiques/criticism?

Difficulties I have experienced are the fact that people think that because I am young, I don't know what I am talking or writing about.

9. What are your best experiences in your writing career?

The best experience is hearing how much people love my work and how they can't wait for the next book I write.

10. Do you prefer to write in silence and or have some sort sound in the background?

A mix of both depending on my mood.

11. What are some encouraging words you'd give to another author/writer?

Sometimes it seems like no one wants to read your book, or read what you have to say, but just keep going.

You may not hit the best seller list, but your words do matter and do make a difference.

Post on social media, do book signings, have books on hand to sell, go on podcasts.

Get connected with author communities on social media. That will get you plugged into the writing world and will get you more exposure.

12. How did you decide the pricing of your material; how did you go about promotion/advertising and distribution of your work?

My publisher sets the price of my book, but I do all the marketing.

13. Why should anyone read your book?

My books are intended to not just teach, but uplift, and edify people. In my first book, it is heavy on faith and my goal with that book is to point people to Christ.

My second book is to bring light into people's lives.

People should read my books for not only those reasons, but because I want to share my thoughts and ideas with them.

I want them to know that it's okay to be creative and imaginative.

14. Did you have a book coach?

No

15. What was your favorite subject in school?

History. Especially Americans history and World War II.

16. Are you self-published or have an established publishing contract elsewhere?

I have a traditional publisher with a contract.