Username : Jas705

Real name : Venkata Tejaswi

Where are you from? (Country / State)

India

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

From my 5th Grade and 2017 (on Wattpad)

Why do you like to write?

I love expressing my thoughts through my imagination and creativity.

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

My mother tongue is TELUGU.

How did you find out about Wattpad?

Google, I was searching for a platform to read books that's how I found Wattpad

How long have you been using Wattpad?

Almost 8 years now as a reader and it's been 4 years as a write.

Are there moments that have inspired you to write?

Yes my life and every moment in it is my inspiration to write

Does your culture affect your writing in any way?

No, I love my culture it reminds me of who I am.

Are you a night owl or an early bird?

Night owl (sometimes I wish colleges and offices should work at night than in the morning)

What are the problems you face when you are writing?

Just put out whatever is running in my mind while writing a chapter. I use "and" word for connecting sentences too much 😂 and remove them while editing.

You can see above how I used "and" again :P

How much time do you take to write a chapter?

Two hours maximum with editing.

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

I take the stories and instances from my life and add imagination to it. I search google for everything I need.

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

I listen to music but I don't have a playlist. I search for random songs related to my story to get in the mood. (Maroon5 - Memories is the song on repeat mode these days)

What does writing mean to you?

Expressing myself.

In regards to writing, what's your happiest moment?

When I thought to start writing again after a long break that moment an idea came into my head instantly which is now an ongoing story. That moment is happiest. Indescribable.

What do your friends and family think about your writing?

Friends encourage and like my writing. The family never knew about it.

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

It is a hobby for now but one day I want to publish my book in the market.

What do you do for a living?

A graduate student.

Who is your favorite author?

It keeps changing but there is this one Indian Author I like his work, Ravinder Singh

What is your favorite book/s?

'Can love happen twice?' / And many more romantic books.

Who is your favorite Wattpad Author?

I don't have one, in particular, I like many authors work here.

What's your favorite Wattpad book?

The girl he never noticed and I like all the books in my reading list equally. For more info, you can see my reading lists. I am choosy in reading books I will read it only if the storyline captures me.

How many books have you written?

Two (1 incomplete and the other one is ongoing).

In your opinion, which is your best work?

Both of them

Which genre do you like writing?

Romance All the time 🥰

What do you think success is?

Chase your dreams, work hard to fulfill those dreams, and Never give up no matter how hard life is One day everything will be fine that day you will taste your success.

Do you have any tips for other writers out there?

Just keep writing... Every thought in your mind is a story to say and as I said before never give up because you didn't get votes or comments. Your work is for your satisfaction if you feel that way likes, comments, success will come your way.

How do you overcome your writer's block?

With a cup of coffee mostly, if it didn't work, a nap. (My brain works in my sleep where my thoughts and imagination will give me words to write)

What kind of environment do you prefer to write in?

Calm Environment (My bedroom).

Are you an introvert or an extrovert?

I am an Ambivert. I have both qualities of an introvert and extrovert depending on the situation it works.

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

You guys are doing an amazing job. Keep it up. Your interviewing authors and readers will increase the connectivity within the people which I think is a brilliant idea and your hard work to keep it happening is commendable.

Do you have any comments about this interview and interviewer?

Arin, it is a pleasure doing this interview with you. I am impressed with your questions. Keep it up girl. Thank you for this opportunity to share about myself out here. - Love, Jas.

Interview Conducted by ArinShaik

Thank you!

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