Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have five novels published on Amazon. I put up the first one in 2012 after becoming a widow. Writing has since filled my life.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Blame the Care Ride. it was inspired by a drive in the mountains of Montana.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I write when inspired to do so. I can not force the words to come if they are not there.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
So many. Fannie Flagg, Sue Monk Kid, Tana French. These authors write such clear descriptions you can just see what is happening. I try to do that.
What are you working on now?
A novel place in Kansas City in the late 1940s. Working title is Where’s Joe. It is a triller.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Book Bub if I get them to accept one of my books for promotion. if not Awesome Gang, ENT and Kindle books and tips
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write because you want to, when you want to and for yourself
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Make something happen on every page
What are you reading now?
The Likeness by Tana French
What’s next for you as a writer?
Finish the novel I am working on
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?
Bible, and three John Grisham books
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