Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Well, It’s not much to tell about me. I’m twenty-nine, and I love reading. I read everything-except for horror. I’m the oldest, it’s just me, and my baby sister who is also my best friend. I travel a lot with my family. I’m a shopaholic and social media addict. I’m from San Francisco, California, but I now live away from the city.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is also my first one. The title is the Earl’s Secret Treasure. It’s a historical regency romance. What inspired it? I would have to say two of my favorite authors. When I was fourteen I picked up a book by Johanna Lindsey. It was called Tender Rebel. It was the first time in my life I had ever stayed up to read a book. I was amazed. It had adventure, a wonderful heroine, and a dashing hero. It was terribly romantic and when I finished it I went to the library and found every book I could on historical romances. Since then I’ve been hooked.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
If you count listening to music, then no. Sometimes I hear a song, or listen to a conversation and then I start to create this entirely new world. I write it in my phone memo until I get to my laptop where I proceed to write, and keep writing until that character is done speaking.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Johanna Lindsey, Beverly Jenkins, Brenda Jackson, Laura Lee Guhrke, JR Ward.
What are you working on now?
I’ve already finished a contemporary sports romance, so I want to get started on releasing that in the new year. As for what I’m writing now is the sequel to The Earl’s Secret Treasure.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I used a public relations company that are absolutely wonderful. Enticing Journey Book Promotions.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Just keep writing. Believe in your work, and never listen to what other people say. If in your heart you wanted to write that crazy sci-fi thriller, or robots falling in love in the midst of an apocalypse, or a girl defying tradition and following her own path, then do it. I can guarantee that there is someone out in this big world that will read and enjoy your work.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
It doesn’t matter what others think. As long as you love it, and are proud of it, then that is all that truly matters.
What are you reading now?
I’m reading too many things actually. Currently, it’s JR Ward’s The Bourbon Kings. That book is amazing! I’m also reading E.L. James The Mister. I love James, so I knew I would love this book.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Hopefully producing more books that people love. I’m thinking of expanding into a vampire romance series. I want something good though, not tacky, or lame vampires.
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?
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen.
Topaz by Beverly Jenkins
Tender Rebel Johanna Lindsey
The Reluctant Suitor by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss
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