Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, then defected across the boarder into Desoto County Mississippi. I wrote my first book at age 11, written on notebook paper, self-illustrated and bound with masking tape.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My current release is titled Mysta. I’ve always been intrigued with Norse Mythology. I needed a strong female character who wielded a lot of magic for the plot and the Valkyrie was the perfect choice for Mysta.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I don’t plot. I’m a total pantser. I start with an idea and begin writing, see where the story takes me. I’m usually surprised myself by where the story goes.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Kim Harrison, Charlaine Harris, JR Ward, Janet Evanovich, JA Jance, Stephen King, Jeff Lindsey, Patricia Potter, Carolyn McSparren and Jim Paavola are a few of the authors who have influenced me.
What are you working on now?
I’ve finished the sequel to Mysta and am working on the third in that series. I’ve also just hatched a new idea for another series. I’m also working on a short story for my writer’s group Malice in Memphis’ third anthology. Our first anthology of mysteries titled Bluff City Mysteries is available now. Our Bluff City Ghost Stories will be out soon, followed closely by our third release.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Facebook is where I began.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Keep writing. Find other authors who are willing to mentor you and listen to what they have to say.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t ever quit.
What are you reading now?
My book pile is ever growing and I’m so behind, but am currently reading The Decemberists by Kimberly Richardson.
What’s next for you as a writer?
More writing and writing and 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?
That’s a tough question. I’d probably have to ditch clothes for more books!
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