Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am 36 years old, married and have a little girl by the name of Jessica.
Ever since Jess was born I have enjoyed watching her grow into the beautiful (if not cheeky) 4 year old she has become.
Jess was and is my inspiration and the reason I decided to write a children’s book, ‘Jess and the Pirate Hat’
I have always believed that there is nothing more wonderful than a child’s imagination and Jess never ceases to amaze me with hers. ‘Jess and the Pirate Hat’ is the first book I have written and published, this book has allowed me to offer a glimpse into her world and share in some of her adventures.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My book is called ‘Jess and the Pirate Hat’ and my daughter is the one who inspired me to write it.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
No
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Books that have influenced me are the Singing Mermaid and A Squash and a Squeeze written by Julia Donaldson. I love her work and I’m a big fan of her rhyming abilities.
What are you working on now?
Mainly marketing for my book Jess and the Pirate Hat and brainstorming the next Jess adventure.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I would say Facebook has been particularly useful in gathering interest in my book and also my own website.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t give up, I came across a few stumbling blocks on the road to publishing my book and I wanted to quit, a few times. Just remember the reason you started your journey in the first place, there is plenty of advice and help out there, you just need to find it.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Live for today because you might not have a tomorrow.
What are you reading now?
Lots and lots of children’s books for research for my next book.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I really can’t say, I never expected to have a published book but I can’t wait to find out.
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?
Danny Champion of the world, A Squash and a Squeeze, Alices Adventures in Wonderland.
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