Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m an artist and obsessed with everything to do with painting. Being a Pisces, I’ve mostly given in to the fact that I am a dreamer and a lover of all creative arts. Throughout my life, I have written a lot of poetry, and this is my first published series.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
I recently published the first book in my series called Angel. Book one is titled The Blossoming Flower. I wrote this series because as a survivor of sexual abuse and trauma, I have often struggled to feel as if I belong in this world. The series is about a girl, Angel, who experiences abuse, betrayal, and, as a result, PTSD, and how she finds a way to overcome it despite strong suicidal urges. The first book in the series, The Blossoming Flower, describes her early childhood in a dysfunctional family and the experiences she had with physical and sexual abuse. My goal is to help other people that have survived similar traumatic events.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I write at night, but that isn’t unusual for authors. I also cry a lot, because I didn’t want to relive it.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love fantasy books and because I read so fast, I almost always prefer a series to an individual book.
The first book that touched my soul was called My Name is Not Angelica.
I found Stranger In A Strange Land fascinating.
I love the Wheel of Time series by Robert Jordan and that inspired me to read fantasy novels.
I will never forger the Sword of Truth series by Terry Goodkind. I love it so much.
My current favorite is the Dresden Files and I really need for Jim Butcher to release the next one.
Did I mention that for that reason, I prefer for the ENTIRE series to be out before I start reading it?
What are you working on now?
Right now, I am editing the second book in the Angel series, the Lost Sheep. It encompasses Angel’s adolescent years and the struggles she encounters while struggling to cope with her initial abuse.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Honesty is the best method for me. My books appeal to nearly everyone because most people have been abused or betrayed and a lot of people don’t talk about it because they are afraid of being judged. I find that social media works well and appealing to realistic, heartfelt situations such as struggling to cope with depression.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write, and don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t. Everyone might doubt you, even those closest to you, but you know what you are capable of.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
If you don’t know what to do, help other people.
What are you reading now?
Editing takes up most of my spare time but I will drop everything for two days for Harry Dresden if it ever comes out.
What’s next for you as a writer?
After this series is completely published, I may write fiction or fantasy.
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?
The biggest ones I could find!
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