Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hi! I began writing paranormal romance books for Harlequin, then switched to romantic suspense for Harlequin Intrigue and now write psychological suspense for Thomas & Mercer. Along the way, I’ve Indie published several paranormal romance novels as well.
I love novels with a touch of gothic and a whole lot of suspense!
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Scorched Grounds is my latest book and was inspired by a couple of experiences where I was in a hospital late at night and absorping the creepy atmosphere of deserted hallways. I remember thinking that anyone could get in the building and do pretty much anything they wanted.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I wish I was one of those writers who could listen to inspiring playlists but I need absolute quiet while writing.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I ador Gillian Flynn’s suspenseful, gothic, atmospheric writing. She’s the best!
What are you working on now?
I’m starting a book about a group of teeneagers who go into the woods late one night for a party and not all of them return. Years later, another of them dies a suspicious death and the main character has reason to believe she might be the next victim.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I think my website is a great resource for anyone interested in purusing my novels.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Perseverance! I know everyone says that, but it really is true. I wrote for three years and finished two books before I sold the final book I wrote.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“Don’t compare yourself to others.” That’s true in the writing business and life in general.
What are you reading now?
A romance anthology, Love Me Always.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Finishing my current work in progress and then I[m considering writing a Christmal paranormal romance novella.
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?
Something spiritual, something funny, something scary and something intellectually enlightening.
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