Kathy Steinemann

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have loved writing since childhood. Over the last few years I’ve written over a dozen books. When I’m not pecking on the keyboard, you might find me pulling dandelions or walking on one of the outdoor trails in our area. Animal rights and environmental issues rank high on my list of personal passions.

What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
During my writing endeavors I often found myself creating alternatives for overused words. I saved those word lists in a manual on my computer and developed many into blog posts. Several of my blog followers urged me to publish the lists. I expanded them to produce The Writer’s Lexicon: Descriptions, Overused Words, and Taboos, which received several 5-star reviews in its first week.

Do you have any unusual writing habits?
A television in my writing room is usually tuned to comedy. Set at low volume, the laughter inspires creativity without interrupting my thought process.

What authors, or books have influenced you?
I grew up on The Black Stallion, Nancy Drew, and sci-fi. I’ve always enjoyed authors like Rod Serling and Roy Bradbury, as well as the television series inspired by their work. Lois Lowry and her The Giver Quartet came to my attention after I watched the movie starring Jeff Bridges.

What are you working on now?
Zarminixia will soon appear on my list of publishing credits: Science fiction spiked with a splash of humor—including extraterrestrials who enjoy pranking humans.

What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
My blog, Twitter, closed groups on Facebook, and Pinterest have worked well for me. I have just started exploring book promotion sites like Awesomegang.com.

Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t give up. Overnight successes are rare. Profitable writing careers demand dedication and time.

What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Put your work away for as long as possible between edits. When you read with fresh eyes, the plot holes and typos become obvious.

What are you reading now?
A couple of books by indie authors. Both are first efforts, and I want to reserve details until I’ve had a chance to make informed judgments.

What’s next for you as a writer?
I’ll be working on the second volume of The Writer’s Lexicon.

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?
The complete works of [insert name of one of my favorite authors]. A modern-translation Bible. As many notebooks as possible, with a pen, of course.

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