Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m a mother of two girls, author and poet. I write mostly Young Adult and Horror genres. The books I’ve written vary in genres. I co-authored a poetry journal titles “The Journal of Blake Leaf” which accompanies Adrienne Woods’ ‘Dragonian Series’ books. Currently, I’ve brought out a short horror tale titled “Devil’s Doorway” which is available on most sites, and my latest one will release 20 October 2020 as part of Soul’s Day Boxset.
When I’m not writing, I enjoy watching movies with the family, painting and just spending time having fun with friends.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book that will release in October 2020 is titled “Chimera” which is part of the Soul’s Day Boxset with 18 other authors.
I love horror, so what inspired this story was a writing prompt which I thought would make for a very interesting read and something that I would definitely watch on TV. I usually get my inspirations from the strangest of places.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
The only habit I can think of is that when I feel my words are coming out bland, I would rather take a break with a nice cup of coffee and maybe check out videos of facebook so that my mind can reset.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
That’s a difficult question to answer. Mostly I think that with every book you read and every show or movie you watch, you are being influenced in some way. I remember trying to read a book that was hot on the market at the time, but it was so disastrous that I thought to myself “I bet I can do it better” and that basically got me into writing more professionally.
What are you working on now?
I have a half baked outline on an urban fantasy YA story called “Hidden” that I hope to be able to publish in the upcoming year.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
The thing I’ve encountered is to share as you write. Give the fans regular updates on what you are up to even if it’s not book related. I have a list of websites that I enjoy using to help promote the books. They are awesome and are there to really help and not just to make money.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
The best advice is to never give up. Take a break, yes. But don’t give up on learning more and living your dream.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Write with the heart and not with the head. A first draft can be edited but an empty page cannot be sold.
What are you reading now?
Just started a book called “Demon Born” by CL Coffey
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m currently working on the YA Urban Fantasy while doing a course by Rebecca Hamilton that will hopefully help me become better at my craft.
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?
Dead Poet’s Society
Vampire Academy
Demon Trapper’s Daughter
and maybe something like the Entire Grimm Fairytale collection book
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