Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hello. I have official published 2 books. Written for over 15 years on the Social Networks. Live in the moment was my main focus for years. I have almost a dozen books written in various stages pre publishing. Satchi Song & Soul Moon Shining were the first two books, self published and self edited. It was a learning curve or preparation for what I am now working on.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Sedona My Love. 20 years ago, I moved to Sedona, Arizona. The community welcomed me with open arms. I have been in love ever since. I am now capturing the experience in novel form. It is a pure joy.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I write. that is all. It is a true passion. anywhere or anytime. I can turn on the poet studio, laptop, and jam. the words just flow effortlessly. As far as, unusual writing habits? I love to write live in the moment online. No expectations or preparation, just log in, tune in and jam the keys. Writing live is now effortless for myself. Oh, I love, love, love, to write and delete. It is liberating to be non attached to the moments.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
All of them. Steinbeck, Hemmingway, Osho. My favorite author is the one I am reading.
What are you working on now?
Sedona My Love.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Connect direct via social network or even better one on one in person. The best website is the one that works for you. Each has its own unique flavor to it. So its an experience experiment.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Writers write. Actors act. Musicians jam. Do it every day.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Do it.
What are you reading now?
Right now, I am in a non reading stage. I am overflowing with words.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Growth and A Genuine Publisher.
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?
Old Man and The Sea.
Moby Dick.
Gone with the Wind.
Treasure Island.
Ha!
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