Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
So far I have only written 1 book which I am very proud of. I have had this cookbook in my head for over 10 years. This book, Jacqueline’s Cuisines: A Jamaican Twist On Your American Dish, is exactly how I wanted to start off my writing career. If my first book is well received by my audience, that will give me motivation to create my next book.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Jacqueline’s Cuisines: A Jamaican Twist On Your American Dish is my first and latest book. The inspiration was a combination of two factors: 1. My love for cooking and hospitality as a whole and 2. Constant requests from my daughter to put all of my recipes down on paper for her to use. Making a cookbook to share my cooking with the world is just always been a dream come true. I would really love to open a restaurant one day as well.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I just go with the flow mostly. I love easy to read, step by step cookbooks that actually make you feel as if the cook was right there with you. I wrote Jacqueline’s Cuisines with this in mind.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I am a fan of anything cooking.
What are you working on now?
Currently, I am exploring the option of releasing a Part 2 to Jacqueline’s Cuisines. This version would have the videos to accompany the recipes. This will make the experience even more interactive for my readers.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I submit to free promotion sites. At the moment, I use Amazon’s KDP program to promote my books. I plan to explore Facebook and other social media outlets to get my book out more.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t give up. It’s an amazing feeling once you have completed something that has been on your goal list for years!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
This too shall pass. Meaning nothing lasts forever. Whatever you may be going through, just know it will pass and you will get through it.
What are you reading now?
7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
What’s next for you as a writer?
To listen to the feedback from my current readers and just keep improving. I would like to explore building the “Jacqueline’s Cuisine’s” brand to include more than books. Also, to keep going and be ready for what comes my way next.
Author Websites and Profiles
Jacqueline Gordon Amazon Profile