Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m Mia! I live in the mountains of Colorado with a grumpy cat and several ducks. I’m a recovering philosophy grad student. I’ve published one book, but written many more that are to be released soon!
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is called “Going Bearserk.” Would it be bad to admit that the pun actually inspired the plot? It did. I was cracking jokes with a friend about titles for bear shifter romances, and we hit upon this one.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I have to stop writing at periodic intervals to check out my bathtub full of ducklings. (We’re keeping them in until they are old enough to brave the outdoors.) So every once in a while, I’m explaining plot points and character choices to an army of little yellow beaks.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
My favorite books have always been fantasy. If I had to choose one, I would say that Tamora Pierce put me on the path of being a writer when I was young.
What are you working on now?
I’m working on another book in the same world! Coming soon!
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Sourcing ARC readers is important. You’ve got to get a social media presence to find people who would be interested in getting advanced review copies of your books.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Just write! It will never be perfect, but it will be good. Publish. Write again.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Sam Beckett. “Fail again. Fail better.”
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?
Aw man…that’s like asking me to pick a favorite duckling.
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