Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Well, I’m a stay at home mom of three kids. I’ve written one book and am in the process of writing two more. My life is complete chaos and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My first book out is Thirty-Two Going on Spinster. It was inspired by many things. Different jobs I’ve had, different people I’ve met in life, and of course there is definitely aspects of myself in the book.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like to pile up pillows and sit on my bed and write. If I’m having a hard time concentrating or having a little writer’s block, sometimes just switching places (like to the kitchen table) helps.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love Sophie Kinsella. She is definitely one of my favorites. I love her wit and comedic timing. I really adore British authors, especially chick lit authors. Books with humor are always my favorite. I like an escape when I read. Life has too much “real” in it as it is.
What are you working on now?
I’m working on two books. A sequel to spinster and another book with a completely different cast called Speak Now, Or Forever Hold Your Peace. It’s a book about a girl who tries to stop a wedding. I’m having fun bouncing back between the two books. It helps when I am at a stand still with one book, I can move on to the other.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m a big fan of Bookbub. They catapulted my writing career into full speed. Fabulous website and wonderful people to work with. I also like ENT (Enews Reader Today) and Pixle of Ink.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Well, first you have to have a book. A good one. Secondly, you must spend money on a quality editor and a fantastic cover. Those two things will make or break you. The next thing is that you can’t just put your book out there and expect people to buy it, you have to market yourself. Be present on social media. Do blog tours, spend time on Twitter and Facebook, get your name out there. Always be looking for ways to promote yourself. And then don’t forget to keep writing.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
I’ve gotten a lot of advice along this short publishing journey of mine. But I think the best piece of advice came a long time ago, from my dad. He always told me that if I put my mind to it, I could do anything I wanted to do. And I’ve always believed that about myself.
What are you reading now?
I just finished Zoey & The Moment of Zen by Cat Lavoie. It was fabulous Chick Lit. Now I’m on to After Wimbledon by Jennifer Gilby Roberts.
What’s next for you as a writer?
More writing. I want to finish the two books I’m working on during this first quarter. Then I have a YA Trilogy that I can’t wait to start. I am also going to attend a few conferences this year. I went to my first one in Vegas last year and I can’t believe how much I learned. It was definitely worth the time and money. I’m looking forward to more this year.
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?
I would love to say something deep like War and Peace or something. But I am going to have to go with all chick lit:
Can You Keep A Secret – Sophie Kinsella
I’ve Got Your Number – Sophie Kinsella
Twenty’s Girl – Sophie Kinsella
Jemima J – Jane Green
Yeah, that’s a lot of Sophie Kinsella, but she makes me laugh. And if I was going to be stranded on and island, I would need to laugh.
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