C B Lyall
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I grew up in the north-east of England, since have traveled the world, living in New York, Mumbai, Brussels and Hong Kong. This has enriched my perspective and deepened the cultural nuances in my work. I have published three books in the Virus of Beauty trilogy. I was thrilled when the first book won an award. I am currently releasing the audiobooks through Amazon and Audible.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The latest book was The Vassal of Magic - Book 3 in the Virus of Beauty Series.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I think a lot of authors write in the morning, but I'm a passionate golfer as well as writer. During the season, I'll play in the morning and work in the afternoon.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love C.J. Archer and read everything she writes. The most influential book I ever read was a collection of fairy tales when I was a child. I love anything to do with magical stories.
What are you working on now?
I'm currently working on a new fantasy series - "No Place for Decent Women". It's a historical fantasy. The first book is set in 1903 England. I have a first draft completed and am currently in revision.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
https://cblyall.com
Which Websites you like most to promote your book
Facebook and instagram are the websites I use most to promote my books
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don't spend time revising your first draft, but know your character and their motivations well before you start. Once you have that draft, then revisit your outline and keep updating it as you revise your drafts. It will help with your end synopsis for querying.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
The best advice was to always work forward on your first draft, never backwards.
What are you reading now?
I'm re-reading C. J. Archer's Glass and Steele series.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I'm working on my new historical fantasy series - No Place for Decent Women as well as releasing the audiobooks for the Virus of Beauty Series.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Pride & Prejudice, The Essential P. G. Woodhouse Collection, The fountains of silence by Ruth Sepetyts