Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m a wife and mother or two, living in a tiny desert town in California. I was born in Los Angeles and moved to this town when I was nine years old, and no matter how hard I try to leave, I just end up right back here.
I’ve written three books — one novel and two novelas in a series of five.
The novels are written under my married name, Brandi M. Hale.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is Double Crossed: Deception and Betrayal. It’s the second in the novela series The Withdrawal. It was inspired by George Jung’s story in the movie “Blow” only the protagonist is a female and she has much different circumstances.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I don’t think I have any writing habits. I just write what comes to mind at the time, the revise and refine as needed.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
My first novel was inspired by a book called, “The Perfect Manhattan.” That was when I rediscovered my love of writing.
Anne Rice has inspired me in a lot of ways, but I haven’t tackled the fantasy, horror, vampire genre yet.
What are you working on now?
Right now I’m working on Book 3 in the series.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m still looking for a good method to promote. I’ve paid for one promotion so far and I can’t get ahold of the site administrator to find out when it will begin, so I won’t be using that one again.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
My advice for new authors is, write because you love to write. Writing isn’t for the faint of heart, especially when it seems like no one is interested in what you have to say.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
It’s not so much advice, but a quote I read. Don’t wish for it, work for it.
What are you reading now?
The Andy Cohen Diaries by Andy Cohen
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m going to finish up this novela series then I’m going to write a follow-up to my debut novel, Life Love & Margaritas.
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 Vampire Lestat – by Anne Rice
The Bible
Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me by Mindy Kaling
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