Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am madly in love with the Scottish Highlands, and the strong, handsome men and beautiful women who live there. I write strong male and female characters, with a twist of real life, and always happily ever after, or happy for now endings. I write both Historical Highlander Romance, and Contemporary Scottish Romance. The characters and plots are inspired by a love for all things Scotland and Highland, and each story and character take on a life of their own as I dream and write about the characters, and explore their journey.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
I have a new release, book four in the Laird’s Legacy series, and it has been so much fun to write! The title is The Highlander’s Proposition, and it features Allister, one of the McCullagh brothers, and a Highland cattle farmer. Becca Castile is a PhD candidate and travels from NYC to the McCullagh farm to work on her research project, only to find that Allister’s farm is in jeopardy, and now so is her research!
Becca is very logical, and focused; getting her PhD means everything to her – far more than the Highland cattle who are the topic of her research. Allister is the complete opposite, and although he made Billions via investing in the corporate world, he left it all behind to follow his heart and do what he loves most.
Let’s just say, things are about to get very interesting!
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I have “writing zones”! When I’m in one, it’s really hard to pull me out and back to reality, much to the chagrin of my family. 🙂
What authors, or books have influenced you?
My interests are very eclectic. For fiction, Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander series is INCREDIBLE and I devoured every word. I love those books! I also like romantic comedy (and you definitely see some of that in my writing), suspense, thrillers, historical and contemporary Scottish fiction, and even inspirational fiction. I’ve read voraciously my entire life, and dreamed of writing since I was 9. Now I live my dream!
What are you working on now?
A new series that is Historical Highland focused. The details, however, are top secret!
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
This is going to sound weird, but it’s the truth… I send every one of my books out with a blessing from my heart. I want them to inspire happiness, love, joy, and laughter to everyone who reads them. I think that has a lot to do with their success, but more importantly than that, I hope they make a difference for everyone who reads them.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write what you love. Write every day. Connect with kind, good, and successful authors that you admire. Just do it. 🙂
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Write without judgement and fear. Just write.
What are you reading now?
The Outlandish Companion Volume Two, Diana Gabaldon
What’s next for you as a writer?
Exploring the history and contemporary culture of Scotland more deeply. I love historical Highlander stories, and I also want to inspire young adults and Millenials to explore this genre, people, and beautiful, magical land. And of course, improving my skills as a writer; I aspire to be a great one someday.
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?
2 books on improving my writing, a thick, empty journal so that I can continue to write, and my Bible.
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