Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have only written one book that I have published but have been interested in writing all my life. My hobbies have always been antiques (owner of an antiques store for 35 years) plus reading, knitting, crocheting, and cooking. When I recently became a grandmother, I began knitting little toy animals for my granddaughter. I live in Pennsylvania with my hubby and two dogs.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book — and my only published book — is The Adventures of Jasmine Bunny. The story is inspired by the animals I had been knitting for my little granddaughter. I thought she would enjoy the animals more if they had meaning so I gave them life by building a story around them. Before long they took on a life of their own and took over life in the process! With the first book completed, at the encouragement of friends and relatives, I decided to publish it so that others could share in the story. A sequel is in the works as I write.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I can’t think of anything unusual but then again, the whole writing process is a bit unusual. I never outline anything but I do tend to spend a lot of time thinking about the plot line of a story. But then the characters never do what I want them to do!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love reading historical romance novels and would love to write them but I feel inadequate to the task. Maybe someday … at the moment, children’s stories are more in my wheelhouse, especially with the grandkids.
What are you working on now?
The sequel to The Adventures of Jasmine Bunny.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
It’s too early to tell. I am still trying to find that out. I do have a website that is in early stages of development and a facebook page as well. These are http://kalabryan.com and https://www.facebook.com/AdventuresOfJasmineBunny/
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Never give up!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Follow your heart and your dreams.
What are you reading now?
Eloisa James novels.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I would love to continue writing books in the Jasmine Bunny series and hope that they will be enjoyed by others so that I can go on with them. But even if they don’t, I will still write for my granddaughter.
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?
Any books by Nora Roberts and maybe one by Stephen King if I feel brave enough!
Author Websites and Profiles
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