Interview With Author L.E Wagensveld
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hello! I’m a writer, assistant librarian, and busy mama from B.C, Canada. My Stevenson Family series is a bit of a nod to the small town life that definitely had a hand in inspiring the stories. Though Breaking Down is only the first, released on May 26/22, the series will be at least four books. I have other projects constantly on the go that I hope to one day set free in the world!
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Breaking Down has a few meanings, one being literal. Carmen’s car breaks down near the little town of Willow Brook, where she spends time waiting for repairs… enter the sexy mechanic! On a more abstract note, it also alludes to the breaking down of her life as she knew it, as the story is very much about her getting herself together again after a messy break-up.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Not any more so than the rest of my kind! Usually, I’m attempting to navigate around a cat and struggling to concentrate during life’s many distractions.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love a good romance novel, anything by Christina Lauren or Beth O’Leary. The books that have substance as well as all the other good stuff. I knew I wanted to write romance novels for the escape aspect. I love to give a reader a break from the every day, a place to go when they need a breather, a smile, and a feel-good moment.
What are you working on now?
At the moment, I am working on editing the first draft of the third Stevenson Family book. This story will feature Carmen’s brother Jake and his struggles. I’m also tag teaming a story about a single mother and her road back to herself with one of my best friends. It’s our first time writing together, and it’s been great!
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
On my website, www.lewagensveld.com, you can find all the links to purchase Breaking Down and a bit about me, my socials, and some blog posts/short stories I have shared. You can also join my mailing list! I need some new pen pals and would love to be able to share exciting news.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Just keep going. Write because it makes you happy, or at least because it feels right. It is all a ton of work, but as long as you’re enjoying yourself and feeding your creative spirit, it is worth it.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
I once got to meet Canadian mystery author Gail Bowen, and she shared a quote about writing during the busy, child-raising season of life that has stuck with me always. She said you have to “write in the cracks of your life” So, fill those tiny moments with creative energy, and eventually, they’ll all add up.
What are you reading now?
I’m in between books at the moment! But I just finished binge-reading The Change by Kirsten Miller, and it absolutely blew my mind!
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’d love to find an agent to work with and take my career to the next level.
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?
Outlander by Diana Gabaldon, Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren and The Huntress by Kate Quinn… am I allowed to say a notebook for writing? I’d sneak that there as well.
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