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Shania Wills

Where are you from? (Country / State):

Trinidad and Tobago

When did you start writing? (At what age or which year)

When I was like 8yrs old but I would mainly write poetry or songs.

Why do you like to write?

I like to write because it's an escape. I'm in a world of my own and no one else but me has a say in it. It's let's me breathe no longer drowning but pure bliss.

Is English your mother tongue? If not, what is?

Yes it is but I have a dream of learning about 20 before I die.

How did you find out about Wattpad?

My friends had been on it for a while and I only joined a couple of months ago.

How long have you been using Wattpad?

Like 4 months

Are there moments that have inspired you to write?

It depends on my mood and mind set. Like if I stare into the distance for a while. My mind takes control and the wind takes it on journeys and that's the inspiration.

Does your culture affect your writing in anyway?

I won't say so. I'm patriotic to an extent but my culture doesn't alter it in anyway.

Are you a night owl or an early bird?

I could be a bit of both.

What are the problems you face when you are writing?

Sometimes I think about the readers more than just letting loose and it holds me back.

How much time do you take to write a chapter?

It depends on how well I have written what I intended for that chapter so it could be 30 minutes all the way to an hour.

Do you research things before writing? If so, what are the sites you use (if you're willing to share)?

I don't really. Most times I go on YouTube and listen in for what readers like dislike and in terms of research I just research things my story may need. I don't have specific sites.

Do you listen to music while writing? Do you have any playlists for writing? 

I did try it once but I won't say it worked. My mind kind of blanked out the music.

What does writing mean to you?

It means the world and more. When I'm about to cry I allow the splatters to be words on pages.

What's your happiest moment, in regards to writing ?

When someone likes my work. When the hard work pays off. When I rambling is understood beyond my initial presumptions.

What do your friends and family think about your writing?

Well some of my poems are dark so my mom doesn't really get it. The others I would say don't really care. 

Is writing a part-time or full-time job for you?

Well I'm about to start university and im planning on doing nursing. Writing isn't my career choice but it's something I like doing.

What do you do for a living?

Still a student.

Who is your favourite author? 

Although I write books and poetry I've never really found an author I connected with enough to say. I look up to them. So no one.

What is your favourite book/s?

Although Romeo and Juliet is so tragic. It was the most interesting concept I've came across.

Who is your favourite Wattpad Author?

Haven't found one yet.

What's your favourite Wattpad book?

Room 231s virgin definitely and the second book also.

How many books have you written? 

Well I'm still working on my first ever one.

Which, in your opinion, is your best work?

I don't know yet actually. When I've completed this one I'll know.

Which genre do you like writing?

Teen fiction with hints of romance.

What do you think success is?

I think success is being happy where you have arrived. Like to elaborate being willing to compromise and adapt to changes. Life is so rocky and we have to fight to stay at the surface to breathe. So success to me is being able to comfortable.

Do you have any tips for other writers out there?

When writing envision the surrounding that your seeing in your mind. Be yourself although there will be people who criticize it's better to start true to who you are than get lost being someone your not and ending up with work that feels empty. There will be readers that like ur work the way you like it. 

How do you overcome your writers block?

I kind of just write. Something will come out and I allow my mind to take away the block for itself. Or I try and create a concept on what the premise was for my book.

What kind of environment do you prefer to write in?

To be honest. I adapted to a full household so sometimes chaotic noise for me is fine. I can do both quiet and loud.

Are you an introvert or extrovert?

A bit of both. It depends on how I feel.

Would you like to say something to the readers and writers of our community? 

I would like to say never give up on yourself. Even if you feel like you don't know who you are, give yourself the time to get to know her or him. When I say her or him I mean you. Write because you enjoy it don't feel obligated to fill anyone's need but your own. 

Do you have any comments about this interview and interviewer?

Not really but I liked the questions.

Interview Conducted By
ArinShaik

Thank you
Book-worm-community