Kris Kabiru

Kris Kabiru was born and raised in Nairobi Kenya. He has a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering however after completing the course he decided to pursue his first love which is, has and always will be writing fiction. If you would like to read more of his work, follow his websites badtripsonscaryjorneys.com and mokoyetiwest.com.

Credentials

Kris Kabiru in 60 seconds

When did you start writing?

2001 Nairobi, Kenya

What do you love about Short Stories?

I love the fact that short stories get right to the point. They're always fast-paced with just the right amount of information to keep you hooked.

Do you write in other forms?

Novels

What distracts you from writing?

My loving and supporting girlfriend. I'd never leave my desk if it wasn't for her.

Outside of writing, what are your other passions?

Yoga, healthy eating and football

What is your favourite book?

1Q84 by Haruki Murakami

Who are your favourite writers?

Margaret Atwood, Steven King and Enid Blyton

Where is your dream location?

Diani, Kenya

What one item would you put into Room 101?

Traffic violators

Do you have any advice for new writers?

Take your pen and put it on the paper. Even when you don't feel like it, especially when you don't feel like it.