Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, and a mother of 2 amazing kids (they’re both under the age of 5!). I’m a wife, a daughter, and a sister. My father was born in Cuba and immigrated here when he was about 7 years old. My mom was born and raised in California. I’m “the middle child” of two sisters, and we have always been really close. I’m also very close to my parents and am happy to say that I have truly been blessed with a wonderful family.
As for books, I’ve written several actually, but “Trials of the Working Parent” is the only one I’ve actually published.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
“Trials of the Working Parent” is the last book I’ve written, and, I have to say, my daughter was my inspiration. She was my first baby, and I was juggling so much when she was born. I was completing my internship as a Marriage & Family Therapist Trainee for my Master’s program, as well as going to school full-time. It was tough raising my newborn and juggling all of it. I was desperate to figure out how to manage it all, and I was sorely disappointed when I couldn’t find any books that really talked about this. So, I wrote!
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Truthfully, not really. I write best at night, but any opportunity I can get to write is an opportunity I take!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
In general, I love to write fiction. There are so many writers and books that I love and have given me inspiration. When it comes to writing non-fiction (specifically “Trials…”), there was one baby book I read that really inspired me. It’s called “The Girlfriends’ Guide to Pregnancy” by Vickie Iovine. Absolutely one of my favorites to read. She had such a casual voice that really made me feel like I was talking to my best friend. I wanted “Trials…” to have that same, casual tone. I think books on these kinds of topics are easier to read and more enjoyable that way.
What are you working on now?
Well, I currently collecting topics that Readers would like to see in a second book. I’m planning to write another “Trials…” book, but covering more ground. It will be a continuation of the first in many ways, and will hopefully be just as loved by Readers.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I think my best promotion was a Virtual Book Tour I did when “Trials…” was released. I teamed up with some pretty amazing bloggers, and wrote guest posts for their blogs. It helped give me some exposure as a writer and it also generated some sales too.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t ever give up! And remember that any success, even small, is still a success!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
In all honesty, I don’t think I was ever given any advice about writing books. I was encouraged a lot by my family and friends, but didn’t really get much advice from anyone. I think the most helpful thing I read was some tips on how to promote myself. I work full-time and have two little kids at home. So time is a very precious commodity for me. But promoting a book requires LOTS of time. So I read someplace about how to do a virtual book tour. It was time consuming, but I think it was well worth it!
What are you reading now?
I mentioned that I love fiction. Currently, I reading “Fireblood” by Jeff Wheeler. He has a great imagination, and I really enjoy his writing style.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Well, I have two books that I’m currently working on, both of which are fiction. So I look forward to that being a bright new path for me. I’m also in the process of collecting topics for the next edition of “Trials…” I welcome anyone to visit my website and email me topics they would love to see in my next book on raising children during the era of the working parent.
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 a touch question for me. I have so many books that I love and have read many times over. I think I would start with something inspirational to keep my spirits up, so any book by Conny Mendez would be great. I would probably also take one of the books from the Harry Potter series, since I’m a big fan of this series. The last two… I really don’t know! Probably something new that I’ve never read before.
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