It’s
Snowing in Hawaii
Mike Guardia is the renowned author of several history books,
including The Fires of Babylon and Shadow Commander. However, being the father of two young girls
has inspired him to write It’s Snowing in
Hawaii – his first children’s book. He currently lives
in Texas.
1. What really inspired you to write your book,
to force you from taking an idea or
experience and conveying it into a book?
Without a doubt, my two
young daughters inspired me to write this book.
I love being a father and my children inspire me daily. Since they were born, I’ve always loved
reading bedtime stories to them. One
winter, they were playing inside and watching a cartoon with a Hawaiian
theme. Suddenly, I asked myself: “It’s
snowing outside right now…I wonder what would happen if it snowed on the
beaches of Hawaii.” At that moment, I knew
I had found a good idea for silly bedtime story.
2. What is it about and whom do you believe us
your targeted reader?
My book, written in
verse, tells the fictional story of snowstorm in Honolulu. It contains many satirical “winterized”
elements of Hawaii – such as Hawaiian flannel shirts, bearskin hula skirts, and
figure skating on Pearl Harbor. My
targeted readers are children, ages 0-8 years old.
3. What do you hope will be the everlasting thoughts
for readers who finish your book? What should remain with
them long after putting it down?
My sincere hope is that
readers (parents and children) remember my book as a fun story with great
illustrations.
4. What advice or words of wisdom do you have
for fellow writers?
Absolutely. Stay passionate about your craft and try not
to get discouraged. Also, be willing to
learn from your mistakes as a writer.
Take a few moments to analyze what works in terms of building your craft
and discard what doesn’t work. Like Hal
Moore said: “Three strikes and you’re
NOT out. There is always one more thing
you can do to improve your chances of success.”
5. What trends in the book world do you see and
where do you think the book
publishing industry is heading?
I think there’s a
growing trend towards digital media.
E-books have really taken off during the past few years. Everywhere you look, it’s hard to deny that
e-readers have really changed the dynamic of the publishing world. Meanwhile, the “brick-and-mortar” book stores
are either closing or reducing their shelf space. I strongly believe that within the next 15-30
years, 80% of the book publishing industry will be digital.
6. What great challenges did you have in writing
your book?
The biggest challenge
was forcing myself to think of a rhyming scheme and to identify what elements
of Hawaiian culture I want to include in the book.
7. If people can only buy one book this month,
why should it be yours?
My book offers a fun,
light-hearted read that both parents and children can enjoy. The book’s artist, Melanie Stephens, did a
wonderful job with the illustrations.
Plus, it’s appropriately-themed for the Holiday season.
For
more information: www.mikeguardia.com
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