Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m a Colorado gal who spent a decade in corporate America and decades more as an entrepreneur. Once driven to hit the top of any organization I deemed worthy, motherhood shifted my priorities to focus on the family. I just published my first book in 2021.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
It’s called Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. Over a period of 15 years, I “let myself go”. I’m not talking about the typical weight gain and yoga pants seven days a week, although that happened too. Over those years I let go of my own preferences, activities and friendships and found myself with a very busy life, yet something was missing. As my kids were about to launch into their adult lives, I no longer knew who I was outside of my role as MOM. I discovered what was lost was deep, meaningful friendships. My journey back to wholeness and resilience is documented in my book Lady and the Tribe.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I don’t think so other than it took me just over two months to write the entire book. My goal was 500 words per day. I didn’t get 500 in every day, but on a weekly basis I averaged more than that.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
For the most part, I read for personal and professional growth and not for entertainment. I have read many books on success and the law of attraction.
What are you working on now?
I am working on a “Tribal Record” scrapbook. A place to document memories, retreats and adventures. A guidebook of sorts with group activities and bonding moments.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am pretty new to this. I am still figuring that out.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write about something you are passionate about and universal energies will line up to assist you! Don’t wait for everything to be perfect, start today!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“Don’t take anything personally.” Don Miguel Ruiz & the Four Agreements
What are you reading now?
The Goddess in Every Woman
What’s next for you as a writer?
Visit as many womens’ groups as possible to spread the message of connection.
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?
A Course in Miracles, The Stand, Tuesdays with Morrie
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