Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a writer, a blogger and an entrepreneur. I also like to design WordPress sites. I studied at the Art Institute at Pittsburgh Online for a degree in Interactive Media and then later at the International Academy of Design and Technology Online for a degree in Web Development. I am a computer geek who loves how to books and historical time travel novels that start in the past and wind up in the present.
I have now entered the exciting world of self-publishing by releasing my first book. It is a very personal story that was difficult for me to write. I think it is wonderful that everyone has an opportunity to get their work out there because of the ability to self-publish. I have several more books planned for the near future. So be sure to watch for new listings.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is called Scattered With the Wind: Surviving the Joplin Tornado. It is very personal to me because I lived it. It is the story of how an EF5 tornado struck the city of Joplin, Missouri on May 22, 2011 trapping my dog, Edie and I in our home to ride out the storm. We wound up on the street that day with nowhere to go eventually making it to a shelter. This is a
personal account of what we experienced during that horrific event and the days that followed.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Not really, other than I do most of my writing in the afternoon and evening.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I think that I may have an unusual response to this question. I like nonfiction and how to books by a variety of authors. If I am reading for pleasure I love historical time travel novels, stories about witches, vampires, anything along those lines. So my favorites in that area would be Stephenie Meyer, I loved the Twilight books and J. K. Rowling because I loved the Harry Potter books. Also Nor Roberts has done some books along those lines.
What are you working on now?
A follow up to my first book.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I use blogging and social media.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Keep at it and don’t give up.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Be realistic about what your goals are in self-publishing. It isn’t a get rich quick scheme.
What are you reading now?
I’m not reading at the moment. I am writing.
What’s next for you as a writer?
More books on my life experiences.
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?
The Twilight Saga series.
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