Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska back in 1952 when Alaska was still a territory. Been lucky to travel the lower 48 with our children and family. Living in Southern California is very, very nice. The thought of driving up to the mountains and then down to the ocean is just fun for my husband and myself.
The Mis-Adventures of Trouser Bowser Professor of Bones came about from a nickname, Professor of Bones.Which was a nickname for our family pet along with my love of hounds tooth fabric. Face to Face With John Lennon, happened in Anchorage.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Face to Face With John Lennon came about when the Beatles landed in Anchorage in the summer of 1966. It was an unbelievable experience. Beatlemania, arrived in my home town. And I was literally face to face with, John Lennon. A day that I along with my family will never forget
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
To start, I like a brand new ream of ruled paper and a writing pen. Always with a glass of ice tea and chessmen cookies. Listening to classical music help sets a writing rhythm.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
John Lennon, “In His Own Write”
What are you working on now?
A story that has Alaska, “shaking!”
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Awesomegang, for sure.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write! When you find something that you are passionate about, write it down and keep writing.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Be true to yourself and follow your dreams.
What are you reading now?
John Lennon, “In His Own Write”
What’s next for you as a writer?
Many ideas that I would like to write about. Having enough hours in the day to do so, is always a challenge.
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?
The Mis-Adventures of Trouser Bowser Professor of Bones (my first book)
War and Peace
The Bible
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