Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a South African female of 48-years old. I grew up in a time when everything explicit was highly censored and love was still sweet and dreamy – I prefer it that way. I have always dreamed of writing but always lacked the courage (I became a nurse, it was the “sensible” thing to do). Now I am taking that leap, at last, for the first time!
The old classic romances still make us all believe in, or at least dream of, true everlasting love. I hope to write classic romance novels for the 21st century. I prefer plot-driven novels. And what is a romance novel without an element of magic to it or if it can’t take one to another world or time, whether real or imaginary?
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Beautiful Beloved
I love the old classic love stories, but it seems these days we are bombarded by all things explicit. I decided to try and write a modern day “Pride and Prejudice” – we’ll see what people think of my first attempt…
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Classic writers, and I love the 1400’s – 1900’s – the dresses, the evening balls, the horse carriages and the male chivalry – the romance and courting.
What are you working on now?
Book 2 – I am writing the next book in the Howard Saga.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m still learning the ins and outs. I am quite an introvert and not that clued up or fluent with social media. Any advice or help will go a loooong way!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Trust your gut. I’m doing it here.
What are you reading now?
British and WW2 history – research for my saga
What’s next for you as a writer?
A HUGE publishing contract and TV series, which will allow me to write on a fulltime basis.
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?
Pride and Prejudice
Wuthering heights
A Grimm Brothers compilation
A Francine Rivers omnibus