Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m a 30-something hope-in-progress bent on growing despite the gritty, pot-holed road of adulthood. I believe words heal. I adore ice cream and only buy purses that provide room for a book or two. I’ve written Teal Paisley Tights (a new adult fiction book) and Take a Right at the Mistletoe (A Christmas novella).
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Take a Right at the Mistletoe has been a story dream for a long time — ever since I first lived in Vienna, Austria. The Christmas magic and romance swept me off my feet, and I wanted nothing more than to write a sweet story in that setting.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Popcorn, lots of popcorn. And a constant trail of snacks.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Sandra Byrd, absolutely. Her fun series with thoughtful storylines have been a long time love of mine.
What are you working on now?
I’ve got a few different stories I’m considering, but at the moment, I’m working on training aerial and CrossFit to get back to my level of fitness.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Wow, I don’t feel great at promoting my books, but I do absolutely love the platform of Instagram! It’s fun and visual and quick.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
You got to know WHY you are writing, and you have to stick with it. Just keep putting your butt in the chair. It’s really that hard (and that easy).
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
One day at a time — it’s so easy to get wrapped up in what’s coming or the what-ifs, but we can only live one day at a time. So dial into the now.
What are you reading now?
I’m currently in-between books, but I’m planning on reading Debra Curwen’s newest Christmas novella.
What’s next for you as a writer?
More writing. Always more writing. And maybe an audiobook.
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?
My goodness, I would bring my own journal so I could keep writing. Here’s the tough part, I don’t like to reread so I’m really not sure what books I’d be willing to have with me. You know, maybe Jane Austen. Her writing becomes more and more witty to me every time I reread an excerpt.
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