Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a Christian author with over fifty books published. I started writing in 2015 after the loss of my oldest sister to cancer. Her life and death made me wonder what I was waiting for and so I wrote that first book.
I write sweet, clean, Christian romance, both historical and contemporary. My books are full of faith, fun, heritage, and heart.
I currently live and work in a thirty-six foot RV with my every-day-hero, my husband of nearly thirty years. We determined in 2018 that it was time to see our country after years of working overseas as teachers. Our son, an only child, is attending college and it seemed like the perfect time to hit the road.
We love nature, hiking, and exploring the national parks of this great nation. We lovingly refer to our life as rollingandwriting.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book, a contemporary Christian western romance, is Remembering Rainy. This book was inspired by my belief that we can all change, grow, and meet the challenges that life throws at us with faith and love. In this book, one young man must face the mistakes of the past to learn how to have his best future.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Every author has their own style and writing habits some are odder than others. I don’t think my writing habits are unusual but I do have my own process. I usually start by sketching out the basics of my story, sometimes on paper. This usually only consists of character names, settling, and a couple of plot points. It keeps me focused moving forward without limiting my freedom to create. I then write the story straight through. Once the initial draft is finished I go back and do a complete read-through and re-write, tweaking details and points until I am happy. After that, it is off to the editor for their input and polish.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
There are several authors who have influenced me. My dear friend Kirsten Osbourne was a huge encouragement to me when I first started writing. Since then I have developed wonderful relationships with the authors in various series we have written together. I think as an author you are always learning and growing so many things can influence you and help you develop your writing.
What are you working on now?
I am working on a fun, fantasy, romance story with Kirsten Osbourne and some of our friends. These light hearted, multi-author and multi-genre books will bring a smile to readers of all sorts. Sometimes it is fun to just step out and do something different, lighthearted, and not too serious.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I have used a number of ad sites to help promote my books, including Awesome Gang which delivers steady and predictable results. Along with these sites Facebook and social media sites that cater to specific reading tastes are also a great way to connect with readers.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write! You won’t learn anything until you start. I always say that you need to be prepared to fail because you’ll learn more about who you are as an author that way than any other. It doesn’t matter if you think you are great or terrible, write and learn as you go.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“You can’t edit a blank page.” I think we have all heard that one before and it is true. Maybe your first, second, or even third draft isn’t very good but you’ll grow as you write. We all have to start somewhere.
What are you reading now?
I am reading the newest Georgia Peaches series story, A New Heart by Lisa Prysock. I also write in this series and have loved every single book. It was nice to mix up my writing with a bit of mystery in this series and I’m looking forward to the next book when I finish this special treat.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I hope that as a writer, I will always be learning and honing my skills as a storyteller. I love a good story and want to be even better at sharing my vision with my readers. I want to continue to develop my writing and get better and better.
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?
If I were going to be stranded on a desert island with only a few books I would want my Bible and books by Louis L’Amore. I read all of those books as a teen and would love a chance to revisit them. I’m a huge western fan and love a good story.
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