Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I recently published my first book and I’m currently writing my second of the same series. I grew up in a military family and have seen and lived in various States throughout our great country. Reading is one of my favorite pastimes and I have enjoyed books since I was a young child. I remember as a child one of my favorite books was the Island of the Blue Dolphins. I even named my dog after the dog in that book.I have written many short stories for friends and family over the years, but this is the first time I’ve published. My upcoming novel tackles human trafficking, a disgusting and horrible reality of our modern society. I sincerely appreciate all of my readers and fans, and the interest that people have shown in my work. It’s truly humbling.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
I recently published my first book called All Gas. I am currently working on my second novel called The Forgotten. My inspiration has been life, horrible atrocities I see in the news, the fact that I am a lover of redemption stories, and the archetype of the flawed knight.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Just that I truly enjoy solving the crime or mystery as I’m writing the book.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Authors that have influenced me or Eric Jerome dickey, Harlan Coben, Lee Child, Vince Flynn, Tom Clancy, and George RR Martin. The Game of Thrones series is my favorite book series, Lee Child’s Jack Reacher is my favorite character. I’m also a fan of the Gideon series by Eric Jerome dickey, and his book Drive Me Crazy is one of my all-time favorites.
What are you working on now?
I’m currently working on my second book, The Forgotten. It is a continuation of Jon Dough’s story, and he is called to find the daughter of his ex-girlfriend’s sister. It’s tackles human trafficking and should be a fantastic book in the series. I have so many plans for Jon Dough. He will embark on all sorts of adventures and I’m even planning a supernatural series featuring him as the main character.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m still trying to figure that out…
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Do what you love. Write what you love. Your stories are your voice. Express yourself the way you express yourself.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Never give up.
What are you reading now?
The Teeth of the Tiger by Tom Clancy
What’s next for you as a writer?
To keep writing until I can write no more. or until someone tells me I suck and she stopped writing.
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?
As many Jack Reacher books as I could bring.
Author Websites and Profiles
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