Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’ve been writing since I was a kid and have written several books over the years. In my early twenties I got serious about the career choice and buckled down to learn everything I could about writing, editing, self-publishing, and traditional publishing. I have one book published so far, but I currently have three projects in the works I’m going to have published over the next year.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The book I have available is In Spite of it All. It is a collection of five short fiction stories that fall on the sci-fi and horror spectrums. I was inspired to write the stories by my classes I took in college and writing exercise books I’ve collected. The idea to release them in a collection as my first book is all thanks to my boyfriend. He thought putting out a variety would be a good way to break my way into the industry.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I wouldn’t call them unusual. I bet it’s a pretty common way to write for anyone that has a toddler in the house. I write in stolen minutes throughout the day. I’ve gotten used to the noise and don’t have to be in any particular environment to get creative.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Oh, so many. 90% of the books I’ve read have made me want to be a better writer myself. The first book I fell in love with was The Secret Garden when I was a kid. The book that inspired me to write the first novel that I ever finished (age 12) was In the Forests of the Night. I love Stephen King and Neil Gaiman. For writing tips and inspiration I go to Kristen Lamb, Gabriela Pereira, or Joanna Penn.
What are you working on now?
I have several projects going on right now. I’m on my second draft of a horror novel that I plan to have published by mid 2021. I am also putting together another collection of stories, and I will release them as a free ebook in February 2021. And the third focus is a nonfiction book that I’m still in the planning stages of.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
So far, I’ve had decent results using amazon ads. But I’m still in the learning stages of marketing and promotions.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t give up. And once you’ve published a book, don’t go back and try to work on it more. It’s out there and done with, and now it’s time for the next one.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Never stop reading and learning.
Be your authentic self.
Make time for your writing.
What are you reading now?
Blueprint Your Bestseller by Stuart Horwitz (craft book for the month)
To Be Your Only by Rae Kennedy (physically reading)
Mother Knows Best by Kira Peikoff (audiobook)
What’s next for you as a writer?
I need to learn more about marketing myself and my books, and I’m going to try to launch a newsletter. Then, in the new year, I plan to have two more books available.
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?
Dune
The Doomsday Book
Dreamcatcher
American Gods
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