Question 1

How did you come up with your pen name?

Accepted Answer

Wera Niyom is a shortened version of my Thai name and means ‘blessing.’ I was primarily raised by my mother and grandmother, who were immigrants from Thailand. My grandmother, who passed away in July 2020, was the one who gave me my Thai name when I was born. She always had dreams of me publishing my work, so I ended up choosing Wera as a way of honoring her memory.

Question 2

Who got you into writing?

Accepted Answer

I spent most of my time in the library or bookstore as a kid and started writing when I was eight years old. Books by L.K. Madigan, Kristin Cashore, L.J. Smith, Courtney Cole, and Quinn Loftis inspired me to write my own stories. I got into Asian fantasy after watching so many Asian dramas and reading so many Asian-inspired works. Mythology has always been a passion for me, so I always try to incorporate elements from mythology and folklore into my works.

My favorite authors include Elizabeth Lim, Sue Lynn Tan, Judy I. Lin, L.J. Smith, Quinn Loftis, Liselle Sambury, and Joan He.

Question 3

Who are your favorite authors?

Accepted Answer

Sue Lynn Tan, Elizabeth Lim, Judy I. Lin, Quinn Loftis, L. K. Madigan, L. J. Smith, Carissa Broadbent, Kylie Lee Baker, and Liselle Sambury. My favorite books of all time are listed on Goodreads here. These books are determined based on re-readability, emotional depth, and how strongly I connected with the protagonist.

Question 4

What are your favorite shows?

Accepted Answer

My favorites dramas are:Till The End of the MoonYou Are My GloryBecause of Meeting YouGenie, Make a WishIt’s Okay, That’s LovePinocchioWhile You Were SleepingThe Oath of LoveThe King’s AvatarGoblinHonorable Mentions include White Snake (the film series) and its sequels, Crash Landing On You, Angel Eyes, Bride of the Century, Put Your Head on my Shoulder, The Love Equations, My ID is Gangnam Beauty, and Ashes of Love.My favorite TV shows are:One Chicago (Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, Chicago PD)Teen Titans (2003)Young Justice (2010)Interior ChinatownHarley QuinnHouse M.D.PsychMy Wife and KidsGeorge LopezAnything with magical girlsHonorable Mentions include Arcane, Ahsoka, Judge Steve Harvey, Wednesday, 90 Day Fiance (and the spin-offs), and Once Upon a Time.

Question 5

How do your chronic health conditions affect your writing?

Accepted Answer

Like anyone else, I have my ups and downs. Some days are harder than others. My experiences have made me stronger, but they also allow me to use writing as an outlet for my thoughts and emotions. I keep a well-balanced diet, stick to a strict sleep and medication schedule, exercise at least 2-3 times a week, and remember to have kindness for myself when in the midst of a flare-up. On the days I'm struggling more, I often dedicate my time to rest, playing cozy games like Disney Dreamlight Valley, or catching up on my TBR list.

My mom, brother, husband, and friends also serve as a strong support system. I'm grateful for their love and patience.

Question 6

How can I support you?

Accepted Answer

If you’ve requested feedback from me and want to show your support, you can send me a donation through patreon. You can also check out my works and leave an honest review on Goodreads or Amazon.

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I'm Wera.

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