Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Spotlight on New Book Debut Author Krista Nerestant

Operation Awesome Spotlight #20Questions in #2021 of #NewBook Debut Author posted by @JLenniDorner of @OpAwesome6


Indestructible: The Hidden Gifts of Trauma by Krista Nerestant


1- Would you tell us something about hypnotism that people don't tend to know?

Most people don't know that hypnotism is that the client is very much aware and conscious of everything that is going on but the hypnotist has guided the client to achieve an alpha state brain wave (or deeper) to access information only received by the subconscious. It is a delicate balance of both conscious mind and subconscious mind.

2- Would you please, in 160 characters or less, give a #WriteTip ?

Write a vomit draft without obsessing over the grammar and technicalities of the craft.

3- What most motivates you to read a new book?

I am motivated by my desire to explore in the narratives of someone else's story. It is my outlet to get out of my own story and journey onto another. Whether fantasy or real. It's all an escape for me.

4- What is the most inspiring aspect of being an immigrant in the United States from the Philippines?

The most inspiring aspect of being an immigrant is having a very different perspective in life. As an immigrant I do not take anything for granted having come from a country that is economically less fortunate than the US. My insatiable need to be always curious, I believe is an inspiring aspect of me due to being an immigrant.

5- Would you share a picture with us of your book in an interesting setting?
#selfcare #NewBook #DebutAuthor #2021Books Spotlight on New Book Debut Author Krista Nerestant

6- Would you please share a simple self-care tip someone could try today?

Place a hand on your chest and one in your belly, take a deep inhale and affirm. "I am safe and able." Take your time in exhaling the breath out.

7- What's your Twitter handle, and do you have two or three writer friends on there to shout-out to for #WriterWednesday ?

@knerestant1 Shout out to @ashleyormon

8- Do you have a favorite #bookstagram image or account/ profile?

@bookswithtay

9- Are you a Plotter, Pantser, or Plantser, and how did you adopt that style?

Definitely a Plotter. I adopted this style because it allowed me to focus and have a sense of where to head to next as I write but isn’t so rigid that I can’t divert from it.

10- What does your basic writing schedule look like, and how often do you write?

My writing schedule isn’t scheduled at all. I am the writer who goes all in and then will pause if need be. A break isn’t necessarily caused by writer's block, it’s just a respite from going hard in the paint.

11- What is your favorite book by someone else, what's the author's Twitter handle, and what do you love most about that book? #FridayReads book recommendation time!

Author name: Kristin Hannah
Title: Night Road
Love because: Kristin Hannah has a magical way in writing fiction while weaving in such raw, genuine, true to life emotional dynamics for the readers to get lost in.


12- What emotions do you hope your book will evoke for the reader?

Indestructible: The Hidden Gifts of Trauma will stimulate and evoke the emotions of courage, faith, hope, grief, empathy, and most importantly triumph.

13- What kind of impact do you hope your book will have?

The impact Indestructible will have on the community is one that will propel the reader to truly honor their own experiences for the benefit of their growth and evolution which will impact the collective.

14- What is your favorite creative non-writing activity to do?

Yoga and Salsa Dancing

15- In what ways are the main characters in your book diverse? diversebooks.org #WeNeedDiverseBooks

I am a Filipina Immigrant and in the first half of the book, I take you on the journey to explore The Philippines, not just in its culture but all its native elements.

16- What method do you feel is the best way to get book reviews?

Social Media influencers have definitely changed the game in how to promote and market your book.

17- What was the deciding factor in your publication route?

Honoring my wants as well as being honest about what I cannot control or do. Hence I chose a publisher that was a partner.

18- What's the biggest writing goal you hope to accomplish in your lifetime?

To finish all 3 books inside of me.

19- Would you please ask our audience a question to answer in the comments?

How does reading impact you mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually?

20- Anything else you would care to share about your book and yourself?
#selfcare #NewBook #DebutAuthor #2021Books Spotlight on New Book Debut Author Krista Nerestant

The importance of self caring is not a trend. It should be part of your daily regimen to hold oneself accountable, responsible, and aware of one’s journey to living a fulfilling and rewarding life. You’re worth it.

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Indestructible: The Hidden Gifts of Trauma by Krista Nerestant

1 comment:

Jamie said...

Wow! The answer to 1 🤯 is mindblowing.
🤔 Could this mean a person is using Alpha waves when they're "running on automatic"? Like during a low blood sugar crisis or something. When you're just following a routine but not thinking and then an hour passed and you don't know how dinner got cooked or how you got home or whatever?
Or is that something different?