Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hi, I’m an only child that grew up in a small town. So, all I had was my imagination. It never let me down; we went on so many adventures together. I always loved to read and dreamed of writing a novel. Finally, my lifelong dream is a reality! The Flowers of Lemuria is my first novel.
I currently live in Alabama with my husband, two children, and our dogs.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The Flowers of Lemuria. The inspiration came from a dream I had of one of the main characters, Nate. He wanted to tell me his story.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like to write my ideas on colorful index cards and hang them on bulletin boards. Then, I reward myself when I reach certain goals.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I like reading: Becca Fitzpatrick, Cassandra Clare, Diana Gabaldon, V.E. Schwab, Rebecca Wells, Patricia Briggs, Anna Todd, Fannie Flagg, Charlaine Harris, plus a lot of others.
What are you working on now?
My WIP is a paranormal romance about witches.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am new at this but I have been using Facebook and Amazon. Then I heard about Awesome Gang on Facebook. So, I thought I would try it
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Honestly, Never give up! You have to keep going.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Do it because you love it. No one can read it if you don’t write it.
What are you reading now?
The Wicked Deep By Shea Ernshaw
What’s next for you as a writer?
I am going to 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?
This is a tough one.
1. Outlander
2. Pride And Prejudice
3. The Vampire Lestat
4. Midnight Sun
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