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Blurb about you:
Nick likes writing, doing open mic, getting
tattooed, loves music like goth, metal, 80s and girl singers. He likes
aviation, history, weapons and is anti war. Nick likes travelling, experiencing
other cultures and living a simple life.
Names of some of the books that you
have written / been involved in along with their websites, of those that you
want us to mention about:
Nick
has done many books. Examples are his Juniper's Daughter series of novels about
a witch who has a flying saucer. She fights the Devil and his evil ways. Nick
has put his aircraft themed poems in a collection of aircraft poetry, Aeroplane Related Poems. Other collections include two volumes of Wow!
Tattoo My Butt books of varied works. Nick's tattooed backside
graces the covers. Nick has released both real books and ebooks. Check them out
on good book websites/shops. Nick has worked with other poets and a book of
anti war poems with Andy N is the most recent, Europa
– in the dark valley between the world wars. New work will be out in
future under his real name and his pen name Jimmy Boom Semtex.
What country do you primarily publish
or reside in?
England, from April 2014,
The Philippines.
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Please answer at least 5 questions, but the
more that you answer the better. It will help us with marketing you along
with this book. Feel free to add questions if you wish.
First of all, can you tell us about
your background as a writer?
Published in the 'small press' poetry scene from
late 1996 to now, 2014. Also appearing in varied collections and anthologies,
both hard copy, ebook and online. DJ Tyrer and his varied magazines gave Nick
an excellent outlet for over a decade. Nick worked with a goth band and
American publisher. Left them due to personal differences and to further his
career, which Nick did. Started doing open mic appearances in 2009 and has
headlined at Guitar and Verse at Gulliver's in Manchester in 2013. Has helped
new writers by giving advice, useful publishing contacts and support. Nick
writes for the pure joy of it, not for financial gain. His interests partly
inspire his work too.
Has being a writer (or poet) been
your dream job?
It's not a job, it's a pure joy to write. But yes,
it would be.
What human rights or social activism
issue(s) are you most passioante about and why?
Nick hates racism, ignorance, oppression and
needless wars that happen each year. He also likes women's equality and many of
his heroines are women. Freedom of speech is a great thing and he uses this a
lot in his work. As should all writers. Be inspired people.
Why do you write? What is your
inspiration?
My own life experiences and my views on many topics.
I have to write or I'm not happy. Writing and being creative lifts my moods and
I create and help to change the world by telling stories of varied people. It's
always wonderful to write and positive and enjoyable.
Can you describe what your submitted
poem or story was about?
My poems are about women in conflict throughout the
world. These true stories need to be told. My submissions are She Defeated Death which is about a woman who was shot to death by
Nazis in WW2. A shot down RAF flier saw her actually shot. He described the
incident in his memoirs. I had to write about her. My Manchester Lass is about based upon
true events. A young Manchester woman, Linda, murdered in Auschwitz. I saw some
of her possessions on the Antiques Roadshow. Her's was a shocking story. Nedā is about an Iranian lady named Āghā-Soltān (Nedā). She was
murdered by Abbās Kārgar Jāvid, member of the Basij militia. Her death was
caught on camera and the whole world knew of Nedā. Her name became a cry for
freedom. Brutal Not Comfort
is about 'Comfort Women' forcibly taken by Japanese soldiers in WW2 and
forcibly made to act as prostitutes. They were taken from The Philippines,
South Korea and other nations. This topic still causes problems at the highest
levels in South Korea with Japan. Eclipsing Karin’s Fracture is
about a Karin Ulbricht, an East German student who dared to demonstrate against
the Communist regime in Leipzig just before the Berlin Wall fell in late 1989. Things
could of been very different that night.
Do you have any advice for any other
writers or poets wanting to get into the industry?
It's not an industry but a movement. Be yourself,
honest with yourself, know your capabilities, work hard, be open to
constructive critique, be nice to people, as you may need their help one day.
Be prepared to write for long hours, do your research on any topic you cover,
don't chase publishing deals or cash and above all, have fun. And network and
hook up with other writers.
Which poem or short story that you
have written is it that you are most passionate about? Can you explain why?
My anti war work which is opposite my early poems on
the joy of war. I've come full circle and changed my views as I grew up and
became a better writer. And I'm happy knowing I can change the world with my
work, making it a better place.
Outside of your own work, who would
be your favourite writer and/or poet? Why is that?
Liz Hand author, Katie Haigh, Andy N, Gemma Lees,
all poets. Also Sven Hassel, James Herbert, Tracy Reed and singers like Anneke
van Giersbergen, my musical heroine.
Do human rights or social activism
issues influence your writing? If so, how so?
Yes they do and on them I must speak out in my views
and work. Write and speak out, use a pen name if you must for your own protection
and privacy. For example, see my featured poems in this book.
Do you have a career outside of your
writing?
Yes I do. I've worked in varied jobs like warehouse,
fork lift truck driving, chemical production, bakery work and more. And I'll do
more jobs when I emigrate like making shoes.
Do you have any other hobbies or
interests that help to influence your stories or poetry?
My love of aircraft inspires my poems on flight for
example. My own life experiences also help, as does talking to people and
listening to their stories. My other interests also contribute like tattoos,
music and more. I attend writing workshops too.
What kind of writing or genre do you
primarily work in as an author or poet?
Many like free verse, prose, in verse, sometimes
rhyming. Most subjects.
What is your most memorable moment as
a writer or poet?
Meeting my creative heroine, Annie van Giersbergen,
who was lead singer in The Gathering, now solo. She's great and inspires me no
end and does great songs. Attending various writing workshops, inspiring a live
audience and working with other writers is very rewarding too.
Are there any particular challenges
that you face in your writing? How do you overcome them?
Sometimes a lack of time when I work fulltime. Or
not having a notepad, mobile phone, computer or pen and paper and having sudden
poem words in my head, so I can write it before I forget it.
Do you have any future projects that
you wish to talk about?
Check
my new poem book out with Andy N, on lulu.com and other sites to follow. It's
anti war and called Europa
– in the dark valley between the world wars. We'll change the world with this
book, for the better.
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