Author Interview with Caroline Ailanthus

Caroline Ailanthus is a science writer, though much of her work approaches science through fiction. She is the author of two novels and several long-running blogs. She usually lives in Maryland with her husband and assorted dogs and cats.Timestamps00:15 Introduction<br />2:27 What are your books about?<br />4:54 Can you explain what an ecologist is?<br />5:52 What inspired you to write your books?<br />8:09 When writing your book, who were you thinking of for who the book is for?<br />9:31 How long have you been writing, and what made you really sit down and write your book?<br />13:15 What is your schedule like when you are writing a book?<br />13:30 What do you need in your writing space to help you stay focused?<br />13:54 Do you have a favorite snack or drink when you're writing?<br />14:47 What type of books do you personally enjoy reading?<br />15:17 Are there any books or writers that inspired you to become an author?<br />16:15 What type of books did you grow up reading and did you have an all-time favorite?<br />17:39 Now as an adult what are some of your favorite books or authors?<br />19:26 Any advice for those aspiring to start reading again.<br />19:36 Any advice for someone just starting to write their own book?<br />21:20 Any additional Comments?<br />21:36 Best place for our listeners to connect with you?Connect with Caroline Ailanthus<br />Website<br />InstagramLinks<br />Ripollsworkshop Reads Patreon<br />July Writing Sprints<br />NewsletterFollow usRipollsworkshop Reads Website<br />Ripollsworkshop Reads Instagram<br />Our Host Courtney Ripoll-McBride<br />Music Created/Episode Mastered By: Patrick McBride