Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My second novel, Letters to Kezia, was just released. It’s the sequel to Puritan Witch; The Redemption of Rebecca Eames, which told a fictionalized account of my own ninth great grandmother who was accused of witchcraft in 1692 Massachusetts. Letters to Kezia opens just after the events of Puritan Witch, and is a fictionalized account of what might have happened to her son Daniel after the witch trials.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
I was inspired to write Letters to Kezia after readers of Puritan Witch asked me, “What happened to Daniel?” I had very little information to work on, so his story lent itself well to my imagination.
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Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I wouldn’t say unusual. I do wish I were more disciplined though.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Historical fiction is obviously my favorite genre, and I would love to write like Ken Follett!
What are you working on now?
I am currently researching for the third book in the Puritan Chronicles series, about another branch of my ancestry in colonial New Hampshire.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Goodreads!
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Even if you are prone to being easily discouraged, don’t give up!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
See above.
What are you reading now?
The Prodigal Son by Anna Belfrage.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Research, research, and MORE research on 1689 Cocheco/Dover, NH!
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?
Gone With The Wind, Dr. Wayne Dyer’s “Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life,” for sure.
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