Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m a nerdy Canadian gal who loves reading, Broadway, and anything Buffy. Flirting with Fame is my first novel and the companion to it, Dealing in Deception, will be out on November 14, 2016.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Flirting with Fame. I’ve always been shy and hate having my photo taken. As an author, we can hide behind our words, but are expected to have a face on social media. I wondered what would happen if an author took the extra step to anonymity and used someone else’s picture as her own, and what circumstances might force her secret out.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Nothing super unusual. I usually have to have candy with me when I write. Gummy bears are the candy of choice.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love Cora Carmack, and her books definitely influenced me in writing Flirting with Fame. But I read all types of authors in all sorts of genres, from Stephen King to J.K. Rowling to Dostoevsky.
What are you working on now?
I just finished the final edits for Dealing in Deception and am currently revising a YA I’ve been fiddling with that has a magical element.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Twitter is my favorite place, because it’s instantaneous. And there are so many wonderful authors on there and we are all so supportive of each other. The writing community astounds me.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Just keep writing. Don’t give up. Flirting with Fame was my third book, and the second one I queried. I have over 100 agent rejections under my belt. But keep writing and keep trying. You’ll get there.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Brownies fix everything.
What are you reading now?
I’m sooo behind on my reading, so I know this one has been out a while, but Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard is the one on my Kindle at the moment.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Just keep writing the ideas and hoping something sticks, haha!
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?
Oh, that’s tough!
The Dark Tower – Stephen King
Crime and Punishment – Dostoevsky
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone – JK Rowling
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