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Joy Alantis

Joy Alantis
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Joy Alantis was born in Chicago, Illinois. She is the mother of Azareah, a Virgo, a middle child, brilliant and funny. Joy has survived domestic violence, sexual abuse, and a religious cult. She considers herself a recovering workaholic, a little obsessive-compulsive, and a lot of the definition of #blackgirlmagic.

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The Goddess Journal | dys[FUN]ction
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The Goddess Journal | dys[FUN]ctionby Joy AlantisPublish: Dec 31, 2020Series: The Goddess JournalContemporary Romance Women's Fiction African American Interest
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The Goddess Journal dys[FUN]ction (hardcover)by Joy AlantisPublish: Dec 31, 2020Series: The Goddess JournalContemporary Romance Women's Fiction African American Interest
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The Goddess Journalby Joy AlantisPublish: Dec 31, 2020Series: The Goddess JournalContemporary Romance Women's Fiction African American Interest

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Joy Alantis Interview On 04, May 2021

"Born in Chicago, Illinois, Joy Alantis published her first book, The Goddess Journal | dys[FUN]ction at the close of a very stressful year on December 31, 2020. Joy has survived domestic violence, sexual abuse, and a religious cult, so there are lots of stories for her to tell. Joy used her personal journal as inspiration for her book. She puts the reader on a fun, witty, and real journey. She hopes the massive cliffhanger excites instead of frustrates her readers."
Born in Chicago, Illinois, which is your most cherished memory?

I didn't get to experience Chicago until I was an adult, so my most cherished memory is about family more than it is about the city. The family gatherings in my parents' backyard were so much fun! I got to hang out with my cousins, eat lots of yummy food, play games, and listen to my uncles sing. It was a great time.

Who was the first person you shared your first ever story with?

I don’t really remember, but it probably was my sister.

How many books did you read before writing your first published novel?

Good Lord, I’ve read at least 1,000 books in my life. It’s probably way more than that because I’ve been reading for a long time. Also, I read everything, so 1,000 is being modest.

What developed your interest in the romance genre?

Relationships seem to be everyone’s struggle. It’s one thing that’s so relatable, intriguing, and entertaining that it always becomes a major topic of discussion. I thought it would be fun to highlight how we all navigate through the dysfunction of our romantic life and beyond.

Do you remember the first book you ever wrote?

Yes! I wrote a book with the working title, Men Cheat On Stupid Women. I never published it, but I do plan on revising it and publishing it in the coming years.

What challenges did you face while writing your novel, The Goddess Journal: dys[FUN]ction?

The biggest challenge was committing to the time to get it done! Getting out of my way and squashing any insecurity I had about whether it was ready or good enough to release. The other challenge was creating the structure around my creative work to make the story appetizing for the readers. Many creatives are scattered and work in chaos. I had to take the pieces of the story and put them together to make them cohesive. Sometimes that was a little challenging.

What is the most crucial component when writing a work of fiction?

For me, it’s being deliberate in how you introduce your characters into the story and staying honest with dialogue. I believe the introduction should reveal so much about a character and set the tone for who they are and who they become throughout the story. And, as far as dialogue, I hate unrealistic dialogue. It's like, 'who would say that?' If the answer is nobody, then you have to spend more time making that character's purpose make sense with how they speak.

What is the significance of the title of your book, The Goddess Journal?

The Goddess Journal is actually what I call my personal journal. The title suggests coming to terms with your true self by going within through journaling your thoughts. It’s really the inspiration behind this entire project.

What are some of the books that are really worth reading that you can recommend?

There are so many! But the first to pop in my head is Kindred by Octavia Butler, The Coldest Winter Ever by Sistah Souljah, and The Holographic Relationship by Zo Williams. All very different, but all very good reads!

How have you healed from traumatic domestic violence?

Therapy. Lots of therapy.

Do you think someone could be a writer if they don’t feel emotions strongly?

I believe it’s possible. Perhaps the reader will feel the writer's inability to feel powerful emotions, and it might bring about a fresh perspective to the story being told. I see it as similar to dry humor. It's not for everyone, but there's definitely a place for it.

Do you usually buy paperback books or hardbacks? Why?

I usually buy paperbacks because I travel a lot. It's just easier to stuff a paperback into a carry-on. However, my preference is hardcover.

Who is the most workaholic person you have met in your life?

I hate to say it, but I am this person. I've learned to shut down when needed, but there are always multiple projects on my plate and let's not even talk about personal life projects. Sheesh.

Which is the next book you are working on? Is it a series or a stand-alone book?

Book 2 of The Goddess Journal is underway. dys[FUN]ction ended with such a cliffhanger, and my readers are looking forward to finding out what's next. Hell, I'm looking forward to it as well.

Lastly, what are your thoughts and opinions on AllAuthor and its services?

I love it! It's a great tool that helps promote but there's so many resources for the writers. I also love how we can connect with other writers on the platform.

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    • AllAuthor AllAuthor 3 years ago
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    • Have you ever experienced "Writer's Block"? Any tips you would like to share to overcome it?
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      • Absolutely! The way I handle writer's block is by shutting everything down for a bit. This is usually when my phone is ringing and my emails have subsided. I need a comfy hoodie, fuzzy socks, a clean space, a glass of wine, and a great playlist. Then I turn on the voice recorder or transcription tool and I speak my book instead of writing my book. When I'm done, I clean it up. It's during the cleanup process that I can organize and build the story.
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      • The most difficult thing is making sure you are writing authentically male dialogue and thoughts. I usually have to act a scene out to be sure that what I wrote is something that is realistic to not only the character but to who I have led the reader to believe the character is.
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      • My inspiration to write came from having a mother who introduced me to the magic of books and reading at a very early age. Once I discovered the many worlds that existed between the pages, I knew I wanted to create the same experiences for others.
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    • AllAuthor AllAuthor 3 years ago
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    • Writing can be an emotionally draining and stressful pursuit. Any tips for aspiring writers?
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      • Joy Alantis Joy Alantis 3 years ago
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      • Keep writing. Keep making mistakes and changing things around until you love what you've done. Step away from the project for a day and when you come back to it come back as a consumer to read your book from an objective point of view. If you like it, then someone else will also like it. If you love it, then someone else will also love it.
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