Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
L Rita grew up in Chicago, and now lives in the Maryland suburbs of Washington, DC. She has always been a writer, even before she could read. She created stories to go along with the Sunday comics. As she grew, she spent many hours entertaining the neighborhood kids with her fantasies
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Part of her lives in a fantasy world where she enjoys reading and writing romances. Romances always have happy endings, which satisfies her optimistic soul. Add a mystical touch, a bit of danger, and you have the makings of a good read.
She invites you to her world, and hopes you’ll enjoy your stay.
Blue Diamond Love is her debut novel.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Blue Diamond Love is my debut novel, inspire by love for the romance genre.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like to write late at night while listening to smooth jazz.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
My favorite authors are Robert Heinlein, Charles Dickens, Beverly Jenkins, and Jane Austin.
What are you working on now?
I’m working on a sequel to Blue Diamond Love entitled Love Songs In Blue.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Websites like Awesomegang can put your book in front of thousands of readers.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write everyday. Never give up.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
This may not be advice but I love this quote from Thomas Berger: Why do writers write? Because it isn’t there.
What are you reading now?
Maid For Love by Marie Force
What’s next for you as a writer?
Publishing the next two books in the Love Blues trilogy: Love Songs In Blue And Midnight And Lilies
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?
Stranger In A Strange Land by Robert Heinlein
Indigo by Beverly Jenkins
Great Expectations by Charles Dickens
To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Author Websites and Profiles
L Rita St. Claire Amazon Profile