Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My Amish Historical Romance books have been featured on Publisher’s Weekly’s Best Ten Recommended Reads, USA Today’s HEA, Romantic Times and in the media throughout the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. I’ve written eight books and I’m writing number nine which is under contract.
I just signed another contract for three more books in her Amish Charm Bakery series which will total six for this series when she’s finished.
My next release will be HANNAH’S COURAGE releasing in stores and online January 28, 2020.
I tour and speak about Amish history/traditions, writing, marketing, publishing, and about her books throughout the US. Check my website for future classes. I love God, her family, friends. I enjoy swimming, golf, reading, and say I yes to butterscotch pie and parasailing, but no to coconut and skydiving!
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
“Hannah’s Courage” which releases January 29, 2020. Hannah’s dependable and wise. She’s there for her friends. But she’s taking her love interest, Timothy, for granted. She thinks he’ll always be there when she’s ready to tell him she’d like to be more than friends. She’s too late, and she has to overcome her mistake or fight for him. Opportunities arise, and there are some hard choices she must make. What does the future hold for her?
I like writing about the Amish and show they have problems and flaws like we all do. We can relate to some of their struggles.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
When I’m struggling with the story, I go to the beach or pool, find a quiet spot, pray to God for help, and write on a tablet my ideas. It’s worked every time so far! And what a relief and then writing is fun again!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Too many to name!
What are you working on now?
Maryann’s Hope releasing in January, 2021. She’s a widow with a child. She left Amish life to marry her late husband who brought danger and disappointment to her life. She’s back and reasons why she left come rushing back. She wants to find love again, but when she does, many obstacles stand in her and Andrew’s way. Can they conquer them all and have a future together?
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I try so many things. I’m anxious to see how this website works! I’m excited to find this one.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Be open to constructive criticism. Step back and really look at the advice you are given to change or enhance your story. It may not be easy, but it will make your book better. We need fresh eyes on our book. We are too close to it. And when you submit your book, and you receive rejections, don’t be discouraged. Keep writing and submitting. It only takes one agent or publisher to say yes!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
That the written pieces I did in my past jobs for marketing, advertising, etc. didn’t matter. Fiction writing is different. I went to classes, conferences, and listened to successful authors to learn fiction. They were right. I had to start from scratch. And that you must have thick skin. Criticism of your writing when asking for critiques and edits isn’t easy, but you learn from it and your books are better if you incorporate it in your work.
What are you reading now?
I love to read my Bible, women’s inspirational stories, mysteries, romance, cozy mysteries, women’s fiction.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I love to tour and speak. It’s wonderful to help new writers by passing on to them what I’ve learned and what I wish someone would have told me when I started. I love to teach the marketing, agent or no agent, self and traditional publishing. I speak about the Amish and their lifestyles and traditions, my books, and I’m a National speaker for Women’s Christian Connection. I’ve been a guest speaker for large women’s organizations, author events, etc. I’m under contract for more books with my agent and publisher, and I’ll keep writing!
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, Thesaurus, and my first book, “Change of Heart”.
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