Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m an introvert, bookworm, life coach – I’ve worked for myself since 2004 and over the past few years I’ve started to write down everything I’ve learned about loving life and following big dreams from doing it myself and also from helping clients to do it. So far I’ve completed 2 books, with another 9 in the pipeline.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
It’s called “Obstacle Busting” – it’s about getting over, under, round and through every obstacle that gets in the way of creating the life you want. It was inspired by the obstacles I came across in my own life, as well as obstacles my clients face – I realised we all come up against the same things, and the way we get past them is similar too.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I only write for an hour or two a day. I tried to do full days of writing but found I got total brain fry, so now I don’t even try. I just do a couple of hours and then go do something else.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Every author and book I’ve ever read has influenced me in some way. The ones who influence me the most are those who share ‘behind the scenes’ what it’s really like to be a writer – that is so helpful either to make you feel better when you’re having a bad day or to inspire you.
What are you working on now?
I’m working on the paperback version of “Obstacle Busting” and then I’m onto a book about self-care – a book that was started back in 2007…I’ve got a lot more to say about it now!
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Writing more books I think – if people like the first one, they’ll be inclined to get the 2nd too.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write. Lots. Try to stay in the moment – don’t worry too much about how you’ll sell your book before you’ve written a word. And reach out if you need help or advice – most writers are really lovely, helpful sorts – find them on twitter and facebook and reach out.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Write the book that’s calling to be written.
What are you reading now?
I have about 7 books on the go at the moment – a James Patterson I’m halfway through, a few non-fiction books and one about a Yorkshire bobby and all the odd things rural police have to deal with.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Well, there are 9 books in the pipeline, so it’s keep writing! And keep promoting, marketing and sharing my work so it can help as many people as possible.
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?
Magician by Raymond E Feist – my favourite book, I’ve read it about 40 times. The Magic by Rhonda Byrne – to remind me to be grateful despite being stranded on an island with only 4 books! If you could see me now by Cecilia Ahern because that book always makes me feel better. And probably some kind of survival guide, because without a local supermarket, I’d be in deep trouble!
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