Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have written privately for many years but just recently published my first novel. It’s been a wonderful roller-coaster ride.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My first novel is called The Opposite of Living. It’s the story of a girl who copes with traumatic events by becoming mute and descending into an almost feral state. I love my character, Carolina because, even though she seems to have many irrational phobias, she’s incredibly brave and kind at heart.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I do drink lots of tea. I also like to binge-write if I can and then take lots of naps.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I grew up reading brilliant authors like Ursula Le Guin, Jeanne DuPrau, Madeline L’Engle, and Helen Dewitt, and Tom Wolfe. I like quirky stories with many layers and strong, engaging characters.
What are you working on now?
The sequel to The Opposite of Living is finishing up its first round of edits. I’m also working a few different YA Projects.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m very new to this process so it’s a bit trial and error. We shall see!
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write that book now and get it published. The sooner you start, the sooner you can get your feet on that path to being the kind of quality writer you really want to be. There is never going to be a better time than now.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Luck is what happens when hard work and opportunity meet.
What are you reading now?
Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children. Love it!
What’s next for you as a writer?
I have the three books in Carolina’s series to work on this year and then it’s time to decide which series to start on next. I have a back-log of half-written stories clamouring to be finished.
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 largest dictionary I could find, The Complete Works of Shakespeare, some sort of jumbo guide for surviving on a desert island, and The Complete Works on Charles Dickens. That should keep me busy.
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