Interview With Author Katie Bingham-Smith
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’ve been reading and writing my entire life. I graduated from college with a BA in English and have always wanted to write romance novels. I didn’t take the plunge until I was 48, but I’m so glad that I did.
I’ve written three books and plan to write another two this year. All my books feature strong female characters, take place in a New England small town. I enjoy mixing struggles like divorce and a broken heart with comedy.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
After She Left. It’s the second book in my falling Leaves Series. It was inspired by so many things–second chances, healing, my love for fall and home decor.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I write every single day, but only in the morning. It takes me a lot longer to edit a book than it does to write one.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love Lucy Score, Colleen Hoover, Judy Blume, Emily Henry, and so many more. It’s hard to pick a favorite.
What are you working on now?
I’m writing a steamy summer fake-identity romance that takes place in Maine. It will be out this spring.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
My Facebook reader group is my happy place. I also love Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
There’s a lot to learn and discover. Don’t get overwhelmed and don’t try to do all the things. I also highly recommend the SPA Girls Podcast. So much great information.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Consistency is the key to success. Even if you do a small thing each day to reach your goals, it really adds up and prevents burnout.
What are you reading now?
One Day In December by Josie Silver. I love her writing; it’s a hilarious book.
What’s next for you as a writer?
My goal is to completely transition to be a full-time romance novel writer. Right now, I also freelance, which I love and have been doing for seven years. But writing romance is where my soul is.
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?
I’d bring the biggest blank notebook I could so I could write. Jen Sincero’s How To Be A Badass, a romance book I’ve never read before, so I’d have something new, and Bridges of Madison County; I read it thirty years ago and I keep saying that I’m going to read it again.
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