An Interview with M.L. Bruin

ML Bruin is an author from Southern Maine. Inspired by the birth of his grandson, he is currently writing the Noah children’s book series. There are three books published to date in the series. These heartwarming stories and written in fun rhyming pattern. The books are vibrantly illustrated and all contain positive messages.

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What inspired you to start writing this book?

My young grandson. This book is the third in the series.

Tell us the story of your book’s current title. Was it easy to find, or did it take forever?

The book title came easily. I wanted to write this book where Noah shows through his actions to do the right thing, even if it can be uncomfortable or awkward.

Describe your dream book cover.

Vibrant colors with eye-catching images, while not being too busy.

If your book had a soundtrack, what are some songs that would be on it?

Be the Change by Britt Nicole

Honesty by Billy Joel

Lean on Me

What books are you reading (for research or comfort) as you continue the writing process?

I mostly read non-fiction and health-related books. Currently reading The Great Nerve, which is about the vagus nerve.

What other professions have you worked in? What’s something about you that your readers wouldn’t know?

I was a semiconductor engineer for many years.

I am a sports nut and grew up wanting to be a professional athlete.

Who/what made you want to write? Was there a particular person, or particular writers/works/art forms that influenced you?

I have wanted to write children’s books since I was in grade school. In fact, I used to enjoy writing my books back then.

Dr. Seuss books, written in rhyme, were among my favorite books, despite the ones that contained the tongue twisters.

Ferdinand the Bull was my favorite book as a youngster learning to read, and I enjoyed its positive message.

Where is your favorite place to write?

I write either at my desk or in my big leather chair. I only use natural light and like to write in an environment with low light and low noise.

What advice would you give your past self at the start of your writing journey?

Do not doubt yourself, keep going, readers will love your books. I learned early that I did get imposter syndrome.

What’s one thing you hope sticks with readers after they finish your book?

I want readers to be inspired and even lifted up by this book and all my books, and hope that they enjoy the positive messages. For youngsters, I want them to become as passionate about books as I was, and to never view reading as a chore.

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