Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I grew up in a small town in West Virginia and never moved far from home. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from Concord College, and I loved it there so much I made it the setting for my novel. I credit my love of reading and writing to Kate Chopin, Emily Bronte, and my mom. After the Fall is my debut novel.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My book is a new adult paranormal romance titled After the Fall. My novel is based on several dreams I had when I was a kid. Years ago, I imagined how they could all be tied together, and the idea for After the Fall emerged.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I love to listen to music while I write. I’ll find songs that reflect the mood of the scene I’m working on, and that helps me stay focused.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I was only ever into the classics between high school and college. My favorite books were The Awakening by Kate Chopin and Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte. But several years ago, my sister-in-law introduced me to Twilight, and my love of paranormal romance began. Yes, I was most influenced by the Twilight series. I’d always wanted to write books but never put the time and effort into it. While I read the series, I realized how much I wanted to write my own.
What are you working on now?
I’m working on the prequel to After the Fall.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’ve yet to gain a lot of experience in marketing, but so far Facebook has been the best.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Read and write in every free minute you have.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
I’ve heard that you should write your first draft as though no one will ever read it.
What are you reading now?
A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah Maas. It’s the second in the series, which I love so far.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I hope to finish my After the Fall series.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte, The Awakening by Kate Chopin, and The Ultimate Survival Manual.
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