Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m from the Great State of Texas (can’t tell I’m Texas proud, can you?) and I’ve written six books so far.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is Unwrapping Noel. I was asked to be part of a Holiday romance anthology called Mischief Under the Mistletoe. It featured nineteen authors and when I saw the line up, I couldn’t resist! We hit USA Today Bestselling list and it’s been incredible!
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Total unorganization #101 is my MO. My romance series is called Out of the Box and that’s pretty much how I roll in my writing habits. I look at my fellow authors and how they do story lines, plot lines, an outline…and I marvel.
I, on the other hand, rely on my characters to speak to me (which they usually do once my head has hit the pillow)
In a nutshell, I’m the author who us the red headed step child 😉
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Jacqueline Susann first and foremost. Who hasn’t read Valley of the Dolls and not liked it?
I’m dating myself….but I also liked Grace Metalious. Peyton Place was incredible!
In today’s times, I love Lisa Renee Jones (a fellow Texan)
My fav Indie Authors would be Diane Rinella, Aubree Lane, Kelly Cozzone, RE Hargrave, Judith Lucci, Hunter S. Jones and soooo many more!
What are you working on now?
I am working on the 2nd book to Unwrapping Noel, called Finding Joy.
I’m also working on a children’s book (with a new pen name) and I am so excited about it! Gonna get the grandkids and a very talented illustrator involved in this one!
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t give up! Get involved in an indie author support group that is right for YOU. Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t write. If you have a story, for God’s sake, put it into a Word document. Come back to it and make it yours.
My favorite quote is from Audrey Hepburn: “Nothing is Impossible…the word itself says I’m Possible”
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Treat others as you want to be treated (and it’s TRUE)
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m going to venture into the world of children’s books. I’ll continue to write my second chance romance with main characters over the age of 30, but I want to do a children’s series.
(Playing on Audrey Hepburn’s quote)
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?
Valley of the Dolls, Peyton Place, Wuthering Heights, To Serve is Divine, Something to Dream On, Tropical Dreams, Tahoe Blues, Toxic New Year, September Ends…and of course my entire collection 😉
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