Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My focus is on sharing the powerful practice of gratitude with others. I have written 6 books – two Gratitude Journals, two 365 Days Guides, 1 pocketbook of gratitude inspiration and a Coloring book illustrated by Tara Thelen.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My brand new book is Daily Gratitude Reflections – 365 Days to Great-Full Living
I email out thoughts of gratitude 5 days a week and have been doing so for 7 years. I decided to write this book at the suggestion of a few members on my Daily Graitudes mailing list.
This book is a compilation of the best of 2019, 2020 and 2021. It contains some of my favorite quotes, personal reflections, and full color photographs on every page. Some of the photos are my own, taken on my property. I live in beautiful Southern Oregon and can become inspired just stepping out my front door and walking around my property.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I don’t know how unusual it is, but it is a practice that I have done for years and it has transformed my life. I spend quiet time alone each morning and I keep a gratitude journal. I also keep a daily habit of writing gratitude thoughts to share with my email list.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Tama Kieves has been super inspiring to me and I have read or am reading all of her books. Mark Nepo is an amazing spiritual author. Wayne Dyar, Deepak Chopra and Florence Scovel Shinn are a few more authors that I especially love reading. Spirituality is my favorite genre.
What are you working on now?
My next book is in the works, “Gratitude Beyond Reason.” It will be about radical gratitude and how to be grateful even during the biggest challenges we face. I believe it’s an important topic, especially today, as many folks are struggling with depression after experiencing significant life changes and loss due to Covid-19.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
www.GraceOfGratitude.com
I am working with a power book marketer, Kimberly Bowden, with Next Chapter Book Marketing, and we are promoting my new book in many ways.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write about what you love, and keep writing!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t give up. Believe in yourself. If you have passion for what you do, you will succeed.
What are you reading now?
I am reading fiction by Susan Clayton-Goldner, a mystery series. And I read from quite a few spiritual books each morning. Tama Kieves is one of my all-time faves.
What’s next for you as a writer?
To continue practicing gratitude and inspiring others to do the same by being a great example. My life is a powerful testimony to how being thankful can transform your life for the 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?
Favorites are from the New Thought movement – Ernest Holmes, Eric Butterworth, Florence Scovell Shinn, and many more. But I would definitely be tempted to try and sneak in more than just 4 books!
Author Websites and Profiles
Deborah Perdue Website
Deborah Perdue Amazon Profile