Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
When I was a young girl, I used to spend hours each week writing poetry. I say I get this from my father, he has his own blog just for his poems. But I would also spend many an hour reading books by authors like Agatha Christie and V.C Andrews. Now I’m all grown up and reading is still one of my biggest passions. But it became more than that when I couldn’t sleep one night because I had a story in my head that wouldn’t let me close my eyes. My husband woke up in the morning to see me sat up in bed with my laptop typing away. That book became The Bound, part one in a three part novella trilogy.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The Deceived – Hers To Save Part Two is my latest book. The dedication is set out to my oldest friend but more than that, he is a character in the book. While I was writing the first two parts of the trilogy he was in the hospital but passed away two days after the release of the second book. I think deep down I wanted to immortalize a part of him, so he would always be with me.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
When I become stuck while sat at my laptop, I go for a drive in the countryside with a pen and paper and this usually solves the problem.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Every author I have ever read, the good and the bad. But my main influence is Joel Shepherd.
What are you working on now?
I’m currently working on a book called Ice. It is a dark, fantasy romance, with no HEA.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am still working on finding this.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Keep writing, remember that first draft doesn’t have to be pretty. But unless you write you will not have anything to work with to make that final version.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Take all the me time you need and recharge your
batteries. When you feel its time, take off in low gear for
a while, then build up to speed as you are ready for it.
What are you reading now?
I’m currently reading a pre-release copy of a fellow author’s book called Snake Pit.
What’s next for you as a writer?
The continuation of improvement and to reach more people’s hearts.
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?
Sasha by Joel Shepherd, Fire by Kristin Cashore and Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison.
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