Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Mary L. Ball writes Christian fiction. She lives in North Carolina and weaves stories about real life problems, blended with romance.
Her novels include, Escape to Big Fork Lake, Stone of Destiny, Postmarked Ever After and Redemption in Big Fork Lake.
When she’s not working on her latest story, she enjoys fishing, reading, and singing with her husband at various functions. Readers can connect with her on Face Book and Twitter.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Christmas at Angel Ranch is my newest release. The inspiration for this romance novella was the coming holiday season, and my hubby, who enjoys deer hunting.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Yes, sometimes I change the characters names several times, after I get a feel for who they are.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Hands down, it’s Nicholas Sparks. I like the way he intertwines romance and faith.
I’d have to say the Bible has influence me the most, and I’m sure it will continue to give me strength to face each obstacle.
What are you working on now?
I’m in the editing process with my publisher (Prism Book Group) to finish my coming soon inspirational fiction, Redemption in Big Fork Lake. It takes the reader back to visit with the characters in my debut book, Escape to Big Fork Lake. The release is set for Nov.19, 2014.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Awesome gang is a wonderful way to promote and their FB page is good to.
I like Reader’s Choice. Also, doing interviews with fellow authors, I believe is important.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Keep on writing and don’t be afraid to submit queries, after all you’ve nothing to lose. 🙂
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Rewrite! Honestly, The editor-in-chief of Prism Book Group told me to rewrite my debut story and than resubmit it to her. I kept the plot and the important elements of the story, but polished it and took out the garbage. Since then, I’ve found that it’s essential to do the first draft and then rewrite. It often takes many rewrites to get a story to its glory.
What are you reading now?
I just finished reading Diane Dean White’s new release, Winter Wonderland. It’s a great book and took me back to a simpler time in a big city.
I read a lot more novels online, than from the book stores. The internet is full of talented authors.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m working on Sparks of Love. It’s a romance with a suspense element. I’m toying with the idea of making it into a series which should be challenging.
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’ve been asked this before and I have to say The Holy Bible, Message in a Bottle, by Nicholas Sparks and From Letters to Grace, by Terri Crews.
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