If you haven’t heard of the quixotic, eloquent and driven BM Hardin, you are missing a great gift! On the eve of the release of her 37th book, Secrets Of The South, she gave me a few minutes to pick her brain and talk shop.
Shekinah Glory Writing Services:
How did you start writing?
BM Hardin:
I’ve always loved to write. I tried writing my first book at 14. I didn’t know enough. I wasn’t ready. But I continued to win writing and essay contests and went on to major in Communications. In 2012, with the support of friends, I decided to try writing a novel again: it was a success!
SGWS:
Are you published anywhere?
BMH:
Am I published anywhere? Amazon. Some books are in Booksamillion and in tons of libraries.
SGWS:
Do you have any current projects?
BMH:
Yes. I am preparing for a release but haven’t revealed the title yet.
[Editor Note: As of this posting, her latest book has been announced through social media and has been released on Amazon–Secrets Of The South.]
SGWS:
Do you have a writing schedule? Have you been able to stick to it?
BMH:
No writing schedule. I write when I’m in the mood. When I’m inspired. When I’m happy. [When I’m] sad.
SGWS:
What do you wish people realized about writing?
BMH:
I wish that they realize that it’s okay to find your own lane. It’s okay to mix genres and hit stick to just one. Write what feels good!
SGWS:
What have been your greatest joys in writing? Challenges?
BMH:
Greatest joy has been the amount of support and dedicated readers I’ve picked up over the years.
Greatest challenge is not having enough hours in a day to type out all my crazy ideas.
SGWS:
If you could offer one thing to potential writers, what would it be?
BMH:
I would offer them advice on the importance of being unique!
Don’t follow trends or do what everyone else is doing.
Do your own thing!
You’re title is important! Your cover is important! Definitely invest in them.
Thank you, Ms. Hardin for your wisdom and joy. This is a reminder to keep writing, let us as the writer define the work!
-compiled by Jennifer Harris, Lead Administrator-Shekinah Glory Writing Services
BM Hardin is a freelance writer and entrepreneur. If you want to know more about her, along with a list of writing services she offers, click here.
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