Interviewee: nininininaaa

Name/nickname: Nina
Birthdate: January 15, 1999
Birthplace: Quezon City
Civil Status: Single
Nationality: Filipino

How did you start your writing career?
- It was mainly because of boredom one summer night, but I was also inspired by my fave authors, stories that I already read and songs

What/who inspired you to write 'His Secret Wife'?
- When I wrote 'His Secret Wife', adultery was actually on its peak at that time. I just played around it.

What is the hardest part in starting to write a story?
- The prologue of yous story should be very catchy. It should make readers feel like they want to continue reading it. Thinking of how to make it interesting in just one chapter, is very hard.

With all your stories, which one is your favorite and why?
- Death Wish. It was the story that I am very hesitant and careful in writing. It mirrors how millenials are nowadays that's why it means a lot to me. I really want to write stories like Death Wish.

When you already started to write, did you ever expect that your story will reach millions of reads?
- Not really. I actually finished five stories without anyone reading it aside from my cousin. And unexpectedly, I was surprised to find HSW gaining millions of reads.

Have you ever experience being bashed because of your work? If yes, how did you deal with those negative comments?
- Of course! I was bashed because of grammatical errors before that's why I worked hard trying to improve myself and tried creating my own writing style.

What is the hardest part of being a writer?
- Dealing with immature readers and experiencing writer's block.

Can you give us tips on how to start writing a story?
- Write what you want to read. Just keep on writing. It's an exploration. Everyone starts from nothing. Do don't write for fame.

What do you think should be written on the short description to excite readers?
- The blurb of your story. Make it a cliffhanging one. Pick the most interesting part of your story and play with it.

How do you deal with writters block?
- I listen to music and just let the words flow.

What makes up an ideal book cover for you?
- It should be pleasing to the eye. In my Wattpad account, I like my book covers to be uniform. While in my published book, I want it neat and simple.

Define a good story.
- It should catch all of your emotions.

What did you realize when you already gain avid readers of your book?
- That I was actually doing a great job in writing.

What's the secret in creating a storyline with a lot of twist?
- Always tell yourself that it should be different and unique than the cliche stories.

How did you pick your characters name?
- Google. Hahaha

First thing that writers should do when writing stories?
- Create an outline and make sure you won't quit writing it.

As a reader, whose work do you find close to perfection? (Referring to wattpad authors)
- Jonaxx

Who is your favorite author? And what makes him/her different from other authors?
- Jonaxx. The way she narrates is outstanding. Her plot are very interesting. She's everything. Hahaha.

Motto as a writer.
- Don't write for fame. It's a trap.

If given the chance that your story will be in the big screen,  who do you think can best play your story's character?
- None so far.

What is your message to all aspiring writers  who are dreaming to publish their work in the future?
- Just wait for your time. There's no easy way to be recognized and to be given a chance. I've waited for three years before I was able to publish my story. Don't lose hope and just keep on writing.

What are your tips to those who wants to be a writes like you?
- It's never too late to write your best story. Try reading different novels and apply what you've learn to your craft.

What is your own definition of a writer?
- Creator of a new world.

Aside from writing, what do you do in your liesure time?
- Reading, watching movies, dramas or series and hanging out with my friends. Need to collect memories. Hahaha.

What is your greatest struggle in writing and how did you surpass it?
- Finishing a story is a great struggle for me already. But I like to push myself to my limits. I want to share the world inside my head. If I start something, I always want it to be done. I write for myself, not for the others.

What is your most memorable experience in Wattpad?
- Probably, the moment when I realized that I have this other side of me that can create a new world and that I can share it with others through words. I never knew that I have a talent in writing. So when I discovered this side of me, it was very worth remembering