Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I live in Nashville, Tn with my family and fur babies. At my very core I am a loving mother and wife. My family truly is my world. I have worn many hats, all of which I am truly grateful for. I have been in management, buying, and an entrepreneur. I’ve volunteered my time and coached for serval years. I enjoy supporting others and watching them go and grow. I love creative people, design, style, words, inspiration, and animals. On most days you can find me hiking or reading. I am a constant student of life. I find enriching my knowledge to be very excited. I have always wanted to write and this seemed to be the perfect time to shine my light & share a positive message with our children.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My new book is titled, “The Beauty We See.”
I was inspired to write this book to send a message of positivity to all children. Our children innately have a happy healthy view of the world and it is my hope they keep that view. When you recognize the beauty that surrounds you every day your spirits are lifted and you are more energized by life itself. We teach children how to view their world and themselves and I want to help teach them that they are beautiful, their peers are beautiful, nature is beautiful, and most importantly kindness and love are absolutely beautiful. We all want our children to live a harmonious life and it is so much easier to do so if they can see beauty in themselves and others.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
My writing habits are inspired directly by everyday life and real life experiences. I think we all have something to offer. I truly do see the beauty in daily life. I try to remind myself that the magic is outside my comfort zone and push myself to share my thoughts and feelings. I think writing is about feeling something, it’s an empathetic art, almost a translation into someone else’s life journey.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I really like a huge array of authors. I love all different types of genres from inspirational, fantasy, historical, young adult, mystery, children. There are so many books and authors that are nothing short of amazing.
What are you working on now?
I am currently working on a very timely children’s book that has everything to do with humanity and the earth. I am so excited to share in the not so distance future.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am learning all about the different websites to promote ones book and I’ve hear great things about Awesome Gang, Book Reader’s Magazine, Just Kindle, & Book Monkey.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Go for it! Write without expectations. Put yourself and your message or story out there. You will be so glad you did. Honestly regret comes from what we don’t do, do it.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
If you can’t stop thinking about it, don’t stop working for it.
What are you reading now?
I am about to start “The Power of Letting Go” by John Purkiss
What’s next for you as a writer?
My next step is to better perfect the process of becoming a successful author. Although I don’t sincerely mean perfect at all. I more precisely mean I want to build on a solid writing foundation and learn so much more about the publishing and marketing that goes into ones book getting into the hands of people that will appreciate or enjoy it.
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?
This is hard!….
To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs
Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain
Fable Haven by Brandon Mull
Author Websites and Profiles
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