JoeyPinkney.com Exclusive Interview
5 Minutes, 5 Questions With…
Donnell Hicks, author of Astronaut Jane Goes To Outer Space
Astronaut Jane Goes To Outer Space helps kids explore at the same time gain knowledge of the solar system.
Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write Astronaut Jane Goes To Outer Space?
Donnell Hicks: I got the inspiration to write Astronaut Jane Goes To Outer Space from a fellow author who writes children books as well. However, the initial idea to write a children book based on the solar system. The whole purpose was to educate the children about the realities of the solar system.
JP: What sets Astronaut Jane Goes To Outer Space apart from other books in the same genre?
DH: Astronaut Jane Goes To Outer Space helps kids the solar system gain information about the seven planets. Plus, this book is filled with activity sheets for fun.
JP: As an author, what are the keys to your success that lead to Astronaut Jane Goes To Outer Space getting out to the public?
DH: One, fostering and maintaining relationships with other authors. Two, social media. And lastly, telling adults about the book person-to-person.
JP: As an author, what is your writing process? How long did it take you to start and finish Astronaut Jane Goes To Outer Space?
DH: Before starting, I outline the story I’m going to write such as character descriptions, the setting, plot twist, plot and ending. For Astronaut Jane Goes To Outer Space, I had to do some serious research on the solar system. To finish this book, it took approximately four months to complete.
JP: What’s next for Donnell Hicks?
DH: I will keep on writing stories, lending my voice to the world and inspiring other people who want to write. I would like for my stories to live forever.