Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a well seasoned, over sixty great grandmother who travels the US by recreational vehicle. Oh, and I ride motorcycles. I have written two mystery novels, one romance/adventure novel, one novella and several short stories (included in various anthologies).
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book was “Paradise Down”, the first in a trilogy of novellas set in Hawaii as part of the Lei Crime Kindle World series.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I almost never write at home. My first three books were written sitting in local McDonalds restaurants. My current book is being written during 22 days of cruising!
What are you working on now?
I am about half way into book three of my Klondike (PA) mystery series, “Almost a Touch”. It follows a new murder in Montana using several main characters introduced in the first two books in the series.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I use a variety of methods to promote my books. Utilizing Kindle Select, I am able to offer my books on sale from time to time. I rarely promote them for free, but on occasion I do so.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Quit reading and WRITE! Seriously. Just get it on paper – you’ll fix it in the edits. That means no self-editing in your first draft. It works!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Remember those who helped on your way up – you may have to see them again on your way down. (wink)
What are you reading now?
I am getting ready to read the first couple of Toby Neals’ new Wired series, using a character she introduced during her Lei Crime series. I’m also hooked on JB Lynn’s Hitwoman series – funny, quirky, lovable characters.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I hope to continue writing my Klondike mysteries, as long as my readers enjoy them. That means at least three books in 2017 (two novellas for the Lei Crime series). I also have a new series I want to work on, Lea Rules, a street raised, kick-ass private eye who rides a motorcycle.
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?
Only 3-4? That’s difficult – so many great books out there. They’d have to be REALLY long books since I’m a fast reader. Some Heinlein Sci-Fi and maybe some Gabaldon time travel/romance.
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