Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have written and published three books, ‘Faith’, “A Knight’s Challenge’ and ‘Mirror Image’. I live in Southampton, England with my husband and three children.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is called ‘Mirror Image’. I’ve loved Jane Austen novels since I was a teenager and, after a visit to Highclere Castle a few years ago, I was inspired to write a novel that was split between the 1800s and the present day.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I don’t really have any unusual writing habits, apart from I often have to write with at least one of my twin boys on my knee, squashed into the corner of the sofa!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Miranda Dickinson and Val Wood
What are you working on now?
I’m currently writing my first draft for my fourth novel based in the 1800s.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
My facebook page
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Keep writing, even when you don’t believe you can do it! Try and forget what others might say and simply enjoy your passion… and don’t give up!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
To believe you are a writer even before you’ve published anything…you write, therefore you are a writer.
What are you reading now?
The Hungry Tide by Val Wood
What’s next for you as a writer?
To continue writing stories that people love reading.
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?
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
It started with a kiss by Miranda Dickinson
The Bible
Author Websites and Profiles
Erika Crosse Amazon Profile
Erika Crosse’s Social Media Links
Facebook Profile