Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I live in Cheshire, England with my husband and two rehomed greyhounds.
I started writing children’s books in February 2021 as a lockdown project and have just published my 5th one.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Parrot Adventures: Pobble Goes To School.
My husband was given a parrot for his retirement and he completely took over our lives for 13 years. Writing stories about him reminds me of all the fun times we had together, along with some challenging moments!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I grew up on a diet of Beatrix Potter, C.S Lewis, Rudyard Kipling, Jack London, Sheila Burnford, Percy Fitzpatrick, Rider Haggard, and J Tolkien.
What are you working on now?
I’m working on book 6 with my illustrator and thinking about a new series based on the story of the fall and God’s plan of salvation.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m a complete novice and I’m currently learning how to use Amazon Ads.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
If I can do it, anyone can!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
90% of the work is starting!
What are you reading now?
Thinking: Fast and Slowly
What’s next for you as a writer?
To get out and start promoting my series at fares and book festivals.
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 Bible in a few different translations- KJV, Amplified, The Pasion translation;
Life of Fire by Reinhard Bonnke,
Spirit, Soul and Body by Andrew Wommack
Author Websites and Profiles
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