Author Spotlight

Behind every great piece of writing is an author who has brought it to life. Here at What We Reading, we love casting a spotlight on aspiring and independent writers across all genres. On this page, you’ll find all of the great individuals who have brought a book into this world, and hear all about their influences, inspirations and insights into how to crack the modern literary world. Get in touch if you would like your own turn in the spotlight but, in the meantime, get ready to discover your next favourite author!

An Interview With Russell DePersia, Author Of Seasons Change

Check out our latest author interview with Russell DePersia, author of Seasons Change!

An Interview With Manda Scott, Author Of Any Human Power

Following the release of her award-winning novel, Any Human Power, check out our interview with Manda Scott here!

An Interview With Kay Smith-Blum, Author Of Tangles

Kay Smith-Blum is the author of Tangles, a gripping, punchy and immersive view into the nuclear age.

An Interview With Ed Duncan, Author Of Pigeon-Blood Red

Ed Duncan is the acclaimed author of Pigeon-Blood Red, a thrilling crime noir.

An Interview With Tom Jenkins, Author Of The Next Run

Tom Jenkins is the author of The Next Run, a fast-paced recounting of his years as a smuggler.

An Interview With Wafa’ Tarnowska, Author Of Nour’s Secret Library

Wafa’ Tarnowska is a global children’s novelist, and author of Nour’s Secret Library.

An Interview With Simon Hayes, Author Of Zero Ri$k

Check out our latest interview with Simon Hayes, author of Zero Ri$k!

An Interview With Denise Brown, Author Of It All Started With A Lie

Denise Brown is the author of It All Started With A Lie, a dark and absorbing YA mystery.

An Interview With Eva Asprakis, Author Of Thirty-Eight Days Of Rain

Eva Asprakis is the author of Thirty-Eight Days of Rain. Check out our latest interview here!

An Interview With Geoff Habiger And Coy Kissee, Authors Of The Constable Inspector Lunaria Adventures

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An Interview With Julian Fernandes, Author Of The Earth’s Final Chapter Series

Check out our interview with Julian Fernandes here!

An Interview With Stephanie Denne, Author Of The Blackthorn Saga

Check out our latest interview with Stephanie Denne, author of The Blackthorn Saga!

An Interview With I.M. Solomon, Author Of Kings And Queens

Check out our interview with I.M. Solomon, author of Kings and Queens here!

An Interview With Jennifer Bryan, Author Of Leading People In Change

Check out our interview with Jennifer Bryan, author of Leading People in Change!

An Interview With Stephen Zoltan, Author Of Beëlzebub’s Bible

Check out our interview with Stephen Zoltan, author of Beëlzebub’s Bible here!

An Interview With Joe Pranaitis, Author Of The Infinite Stars Series

Joe Pranaitis is the author behind Infinite Stars. Check out our latest author interview here!

An Interview With Aimée Ménard, Author Of The World Beyond

Check out our latest interview with Aimée Ménard, author of The World Beyond!

An Interview With C.L. Lauder, Author Of The Quelling Trilogy

Check out our latest interview with C.L. Lauder, author of The Quelling here!