Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I operated as a fish out of water in the corporate world for far too long. I consider myself blessed that I was able to leave a job that no longer served me and pursue a dream. It wasn’t easy but life is too short to do anything but what you love. I hope the stories I share inspire others to see life for why it is – a truly miraculous experience of our own creation.
I have written and published the first book in a series. I’m currently working on part two.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Courage Passion Wisdom and Grace is my first and latest book.I realized I was living right in the middle of an extraordinary story. For years, my best friend had been confiding in me some very spiritual experiences. Some may even call them paranormal. As time went on they escalated in both frequency and relevance to the troubles we face in today’s society. As a result, I began thinking very differently about life and my purpose in it. My illusion of the physical world began to fade in the brilliant light of truth.
While I was awakening from my life long slumber, my friend was getting called from beyond to help others do the same. She has been asked to deliver a loving message of “wake up and choose”. As I have since learned, there’s no such thing as coincidence. Given the gravity of the message, I felt inspired to share it with as many people as possible.
Many of us have forgotten what’s truly important. We don’t remember who we really are. Our energy is powerful enough to create any world we choose yet we run around like debt slaves working jobs we don’t like to pay for stuff we don’t need. I am not pointing fingers. I lived that life. Then I chose differently and I have never been happier.
This story is a depiction of everyone’s journey to enlightenment presented in a way that I hope will inspire the reader no matter where they are on that path. So far I am happy to say it seems to have hit its mark. The personal stories and insights I receive from those who have read the book make my soul sing and provide the fuel for part two –coming soon.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I’m not sure if I’ve developed any unusual habits. Early morning seems to be the best time for me to write. If I am starting with a blank page, I usually meditate first. If i’m revising I drink really good coffee.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I read a lot when I was younger followed by a number of years of an occasional book here or there. The book that got me reading on a regular basis again was Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. I loved his style and humor. I don’t think it influenced my writing style but it motivated me to write.
What are you working on now?
I am currently working on part two of Courage Passion Wisdom and Grace. While I was writing the first book I had difficulty finding a place to end it because the story is true. The events we were experiencing and the lessons we were learning were ongoing. So I decided to make it a series.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m pretty new to book sales and self publishing. Im still learning what works and what doesn’t. So far everything I’ve done has been ebook related. I would like to learn more about promoting print books.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
As a new author myself I would say never stop learning. Whether its a writing technique or a new promotional tool, you never know where it will lead until you try. I’m sure thats what brought many of us to Awesomegang.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
For life in general: Live your truth. Do so and the whole world will benefit.
For writing: You have to turn on the faucet before any water will come out.
What are you reading now?
I am reading The Artist’s Way ( a gift from a friend) and Pop goes the Weasel by James Patterson. A book my mother gave me when it came out in the nineties and I’m just getting to it now.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’ll continue to write the Courage Passion Wisdom and Grace series until the story concludes naturally. I’m also looking into adapting it as a screenplay.
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?
Definitely my beloved Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, anything by Mark Twain and The Alchemist.
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