Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am retired and an author. I also have several other books am hoping to publish. I write nonfiction mostly now and poetry. Hope to write children’s books and fiction books in the future. I have enjoyed writing poetry and short stories since childhood. Hope you enjoy my books.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is My Angel My Hero. I was inspired to write this book when my parents passed away. About my angel my mom and my dad my hero. And a life full of blessings and miracles.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I listen to peaceful instrumental music when writing. So nothing interferes with my thoughts and writing processes.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I liked Sherlock Holmes Sir Aurther Conen Doyle. And just about any history or biography.
What are you working on now?
Now I have written a book about our miraculous, mysterious pets. And their special ways. I also am writing a book about our many blessings and miracles through the years as a family.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
The best places to promote your books. Are Facebook, LinkedIn, Amazon, Alignable,and Instagram etc.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
I have learned to be sure your have a good editor, book cover and synopsis to get reader’s attention. And to advertise your book before it is published to gain attention early on. And be careful who you have to publish your book. Make sure it’s a traditional and not a vanity press publisher. Look at BBB reports on any complaints.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Write from your heart. Those are the most real and touching books.
What are you reading now?
I am reading various other author’s books to help them as they help me. In getting reads and reviews for my book. Joint help and advertising each other’s books is a great way to go.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I have three/four books in the works to publish soon. I’ve also found I enjoy writing articles in Faith on Every Corner. An international Christian magazine that’s in over 78 countries. So I hope to pursue other types of writing also.
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?
First of all the Bible, Sherlock Holmes to keep my deduction sharp, how to do books for building shelter, finding foods and medical care books.
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