Rafael Amadeus Hines On The 5 Things You Need To Be A Successful Author or Writer

I believe that in order to be a successful author you have to start with being a voracious reader. One of my all-time favorite writers is Elmore Leonard. From his early short-story westerns to his edgy crime thrillers, Dutch’s ability to let his characters drive the story remains a masterclass and I strive to do the same in my own work.

Some writers and authors have a knack for using language that can really move people. Some writers and authors have been able to influence millions with their words alone. What does it take to become an effective and successful author or writer? In this interview series, called “5 Things You Need To Be A Successful Author or Writer” we are talking to successful authors and writers who can share lessons from their experiences.

As part of this series, I had the pleasure of interviewing Rafael Amadeus Hines. Rafael is a multi-award-winning, internationally bestselling author whose captivating thrillers have become a global sensation. A native New Yorker with Panamanian, Jamaican, and Irish roots, he was born and raised on…