Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m an Arizona native and have been writing since I was a young girl. I published my first book in 2003. I write historical western romances, but I’ve recently branched out into contemporary adventure romance.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
A Murder of Crows is Book 3 in The Crow Series, a collection of short, spooky novellas set in the Old West. I’ve always been fascinated with the supernatural, and since I love Halloween it seemed natural to write a series of romantic reads with mysterious bounty hunter heroes and the women who turn their worlds upside down.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Not really. I mostly need structure, so I like to write at my desk on a regular schedule.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
My favorite book of all time is ‘Pride and Prejudice’ by Jane Austen. It’s such a perfect depiction of restraint and artistry in the evolution of a romance.
What are you working on now?
I’ve got two projects going: I’m finishing COLD HORIZON, a full-length novel in my Pathway Series. It’s a contemporary adventure about climbing K2, the second highest mountain in the world. I’m also writing a book in a multi-author project. ROSEMARY will be Book 11 in the Widows of Wildcat Ridge series, a collection of sweet historical western romances.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I really can’t say that any one thing works for me. I dabble everywhere: my website, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, BookBub, my newsletter, and paid advertising at Amazon.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Surround yourself with writers better than you and pay attention.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Follow through and finish. You can’t publish and promote if you don’t complete projects.
What are you reading now?
I’ve been reading Highlander romances, and I’ve recently discovered Alyson McLayne. She’s got a wonderful series. Tanya Anne Crosby and Suzan Tisdale also have great Scottish romances. I suppose I like to read something different than what I write.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’ve got two more books in my Pathway series in the works, and I’m planning a new Old West series in the style that I like: gritty and romantic.
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?
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE by Jane Austen
WOMEN WHO RUN WITH THE WOLVES by Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes
PEARL COVE by Elizabeth Lowell (I named my daughter after the heroine)
THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK by Donald F. Glut (It was the first time I was shocked by a plot twist. I was 13 years old.)
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