Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am the author and independent publisher of multiple fantasy books in all age brackets. My stories span the spectrum of Romantic Fiction from paranormal, romantic suspense to Christian fantasy including the best-selling Covenant Series.
Though educated as a teacher I never lost my love for literature and began writing at an early age. Poetry, short stories and fiction. I can be found in the car rider line at my children’s school writing on receipts, napkins or whatever scraps are in the bottom of my purse. A Virginia girl at heart, I live with my husband and three children in South Carolina where I am currently studying Dragon Script with my eight year old daughter.
If you like fantasy, fairytales, temptation, and adventure be sure to check my blog for upcoming titles.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is Dust and Dreams. I was inspired by a dream about a girl riding away from an explosion. The questions began who is she, why is she running and from who? I knew I wanted a strong female character who had been through unspeakable tragedy, yet survived. It is set in 1869 in California, just after the gold rush. I love this time period in history. There is such an explosion of technology in San Francisco and the people had to love hard and be strong to survive. It is a rich environment to write in and i thoroughly enjoyed writing it.
My next book is title Summer’s Dream, it is also set in 1869 and we follow a character who is coming to America with her family on a ship and the battles she must face to survive and find her path.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I write when my kids are at school. I do my marketing and promotion while they do homework and research at night. So i guess you could say i write all the time! I include them in the research, we visit museums and are headed to the train museum this weekend so I can see, touch and experience what my characters would. They love the process and I love sharing it with them.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love Julie Garwood, Nora Roberts, Christine Feehan, and Dean Koontz. I love the mix of paranormal with action adventure.
What are you working on now?
I am currently working on multiple projects but Summer’s Dream is the one getting most of my attention. I write usually two books at a time. When I get stuck on one, I move to the other.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I believe in layering my promotion, free days, with a mix of websites. I have found excellent results from Awesomegang, Ereadernewstoday, Digital book today but always when i mix the promotions.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
I would say to be patient. It takes time to build your brand and you have to fight for every sale. Celebrate every success and be proud of your accomplishments.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
The best advice I have heard is the advice i now give, be patient! It takes time and with the thousands of books being released every day this is an uphill battle. Every sale, borrow or gifted book is a success. It is a ripple in a pond.
What are you reading now?
Halloween is coming so i am reading Deborah Geary’s witch series. They are awesome!
What’s next for you as a writer?
I am working on a sequel to my children’s book Arctic Moon. I loved the characters and they are demanding my attention.
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?
My bible, cause I would need the extra backup. Hmm…Ransom, by Julie Garwood, and Watchers by Dean Koontz. I can read them over and over again.
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