Yota Kouyas Interview Published on: 23, Jan 2023
What’s your happiest memory from childhood?
Going to the local fun park with my sisters during the summer months.
When did you start writing full-time and why do you think you didn't try before that? Do you ever regret not starting earlier?I started back in the new year of 2021. I had wanted to write books for many years but never thought I could. I wish I had tried earlier..yes.
Do you remember the first book you picked up to read? What was it about?James and the Giant Peach. I don't even remember the book's details, only that it had to do with a Giant Peach. I do remember I loved it.
Have you always wanted to be a writer? When did you first realize you wanted to be an author?When I was younger, I would write poems and some short stories. I always wanted to try and do more but did not pursue it until now.
Do holistic nutritionists study the science of nutrition as much as regular nutritionists?Holistic Nutritionists do study the science and other aspects of nutrition. For example, we look at diet, metabolism, biomechanics, and science. Regular nutritionists may go a bit further in their science studies.
What inspired you to start publishing books to share your findings with others?I decided to educate myself in Holistic Nutrition studies for fun. I just wanted to learn more about food and how it can affect our bodies. I wanted to use what I had studied, and writing about my findings was a good way to share what I have learned with others.
How much did you research while writing your novel, Holistic Health, And Nutrition? Iresearched for over a year, took me a while to decide what to include in my first book. I wanted to make it an easy read, especially for people who are just not sure where to start, when learning about nutrition,
Do you have a specific routine for writing that you follow? Or do you prefer to like whenever and wherever?I usually like to write first thing in the morning when my mind is fresh.
What do you think of some book marketing strategies like book trailers, giveaways, etc?They are a great way to market.
How important do you think is the cover of a book?VERY Important. If it does not catch your eye, you won't pick it up.
What is the number one thing you can do to change your health for the better?Educate yourself about food and the affects it can have on your body.
Do you ever get messages or letters from your fans? What is one of the most encouraging things a fan has ever said to you?When a fan contacts me and tells me that helped them with some health problem, is the best feeling.
What was the most challenging experience on your road to becoming an author? Got any advice for an aspiring writer?Learning how to organize my thoughts in a manner, I can put them down on paper to make them easy to understand.
Which is the next book you are working on? When is it due for release?I just released a second book, "The Holistic Greek Diet and Way of Life, A modernized look at the ancient Mediterranean diet".
How did you come to learn about AllAuthor? How has this website helped you?I heard about ALLAuthor by goggling. This website helped me with getting reviews on my first book.
