Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have been writing short stories since high school, but just started writing books about 20 years ago. I wrote a weekly column on hot rods and classic cars for a newspaper, The Union in Grass Valley, CA, for 13 years, until I moved to Nevada. To date, I have published 7 books and am working on my next one. I have written one Celtic historical fiction, one general fiction cop story, and 5 mystery/detective books.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest finished book is Greek Week, my third Morg Mahoney mystery. She is a female detective, inspired by tough, wise-cracking women I have known. She takes a cruise with a friend who is having a sorority reunion onboard. Having been on cruises and known “Greeks,” I drew upon those experiences in the setting and the characters.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I read the dialogue I write out loud to make sure it sounds natural.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
There is a saying that writers are readers and I definitely match that description. I read Sherlock Holmes when I was in junior high and fell in love with mysteries, Dashiell Hammett is also a favorite. Hemingway also influenced me, although I am not nearly as terse. There are so many that it is hard to narrow it down to just a few.
What are you working on now?
I am working on an adaptation of a true story, a woman who was married for over 50 years to ma man who was abusive, first physically and later verbally, She overcame it and even found love with a kind and gentle man after her first husband died. She hopes other like women will read it and find a solution to their situation.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Still looking.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Do not be discouraged. Although you want others to read your work, always remember that you are writing primarily for yourself.
What’s next for you as a writer?
More 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?
The complete works of William Shakespeare, the complete Sherlock Holmes, and the Holy Bible.
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