Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hi, I’m Kris! Since I was old enough to have a tax-paying job, I have worked in nurseries, pre-schools, kindergartens, nursing homes for disabled children, youth clubs, schools, and the list goes on. Today I am an English teacher, a certified child care worker, and a published children’s book author. The title I am most proud of, though, is ‘mom’.
I have published two books in the Kate the Kitty series. A third book is in the making.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Kate the Kitty Beats Boredom. I am a huge ‘positive parenting’ advocate who always strives to find solutions instead of problems. With this book, I want to teach kids to use their imagination when they’re bored, and parents to be mindful of how they speak to their children. This book puts a positive spin on a potential conflict between a child who complains about boredom and a parent who tells their kid to do their chores.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I usually write with at least one of my kids hanging around my neck or cuddling my tummy. While I eat. Yeah, it’s a sight.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love David Walliams, Roald Dahl, and Astrid Lindgren to name a few.
What are you working on now?
The third book of the Kate the Kitty series.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I wish I had a method. I use Facebook, Instagram, and my website. My favorite thing to do is collaborate with other authors. I have made lovely connections with indie children’s authors.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Seek help from other authors! And try to be patient (I can’t)
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
You’re not everybody’s cup of tea, and that’s ok!
What are you reading now?
I’m soaking up everything I can about marketing as an indie author.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Keep promoting. Work on my next book. Stay patient and positive! Maintain the good relationships I’ve made with fellow indie authors.
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?
Frankenstein, The Lord of the Rings, The Lord of the Flies.
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