Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I currently reside in Texas (sweltering) with my wonderful husband, amazing and spunky daughter, our two cats and three dogs. For as long as I can remember I have loved to put a pen to paper but I never had the courage to show anyone my work. Until now.
I just published my first YA book, A tale of two witches and I am working on two others books that will be ready to publish by the end of the year.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
This is the first book that I have published so far. It’s called A tale of two witches. It’s book 1 of my Lexi Reed series. A lot of things inspired me to write this story. My daughter for one, and almost anyone that I have came into contact with as well as some childhood wishful thinking thrown in there as well. I enjoyed writing this book and getting lost with my characters in their world.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I am not sure what you would consider unusual, but I write my first draft in a notebook before I type it out. I can take a notebook with me anywhere a lot easier than my laptop. Plus, I do a lot of writing in the car pick up line while waiting for my daughter to get out of school.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Over the course of my life so far I would say Stephen King has had the most influence. He’s the reason I started to write. I read Pet Sematary when I was nine and fell in love with story telling.
What are you working on now?
I am working on book 2 of my Lexi Reed series called By the light of the moon as well as a paranormal teen romance currently titled Tormented Soul, however I may be changing the name.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am still working on that since this is my first book. I have started blogging, I have a website, I am involved with social media, and of course websites like this one that offer author interviews as well as letting you submit your book information in hopes to reach more readers.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write, read,write,read, write, read and then write and read some more. And never give up. Also, I keep my notebook by the side of my bed so if I bolt straight up from a dream or something I can write down my thoughts or whatever it is so I don’t forget.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
The best advice is what I shared with you already. Read books and write all the time.
What are you reading now?
I am reading H.P. Mallory’s Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble
What’s next for you as a writer?
To keep writing and publish more books.
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?
I guess it will be the 3 I am about to read. Stephen King Mr. Mercedes, H.P. Mallory Better off Dead, and Luke Young Friends with Full Benefits.
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