Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Before becoming an author of the children’s book, “Where Is Baby K?”, I was an international educator living in Shenzhen, China. After teaching the Spanish language in Baltimore City for a few years, I decided to accept an offer to continuing providing foreign language instruction to young eager minds in the Far East. I taught Spanish to students ranging from elementary aged to secondary students in an IB program. During my expat and educator years, I had the privilege of traveling to several countries around the world, including, but not limited to Nicaragua, Cuba, Spain, Morocco, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, and South Korea.
I have written one book so far.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
In 2019, I welcomed my first child into the world in Shenzhen, China. I knew that we were destined for some amazing adventures. I decided to create a memory book for her first year, as most parents do, and upon planning this memento, I realized this book was something the whole world may read and find joy with. As I want my daughter to continue to thrive in an environment that is linguistically and ethnically diverse, I also see value in promoting the idea of global connectedness, understanding, and compassion for our fellow global citizens. Teaching and traveling alone was the beginning of the journey. Baby K has taken the journey to a new realm, so the plan is to nurture her upbringing and curiosity as we explore the globe together. In the book, parents and children are transformed into her travels during that first year of her life.
Our second book is set to release in late September. Where is Baby K going this time? Stay tuned for the reveal!
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I wouldn’t call the habit unusual, but I ask my 15 month old daughter for insight into our storyline.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Eat, Pray, Love certainly influenced my life decisions. Paulo Coelho’s book the Alquimista is my all time favorite book. Gabriel Garcia Marquez’s novels are a runner up for me. My favorite children’s books to read to my daughter are Night Night, Dino-Snores, In My Nest, and I Love My Hair. My all time favorite children’s books are Where The Sidewalk Ends and The Phantom TollBooth.
What are you working on now?
I’ve started researching the sites and countries for the setting for Where Is Baby K? (book 2)
Also, I continue teleworking for an international school based in China.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Social media marketing and international teacher forums and networks.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
The only advice I have for new authors relates to the business side of promoting a book. The sooner one starts with networking and building the platforms for marketing their books, the better.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t sweat the small stuff; It’s all small stuff.
What are you reading now?
True Love by Jennifer Lopez
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’d like to embark on a series of “Where Is Baby K?” children’s books. Also, I would like to produce a novel that encompasses my experience as an expat in China.
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?
El Alquimista, Love in the time of Cholera, Where the Sidewalk Ends/Phantom Tollbooth
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