Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I grew up in England. Studying English language and literature, as well as law, I worked in a solicitors for many years before moving to Spain. I do however still visit the UK, which in a way, will always be home.
Returning to my lifelong passion of writing books, I’m also a weekly columnist for The Ibizan newspaper on: lifestyle and fashion. My other interests include reading, shopping and a nice glass of wine to shows such as Sons Of Anarchy, Dexter, Gossip Girl and SATC. I’m a social media addict, and love connecting with new people.
His Confession is my first published book and part of The Black Door Trilogy.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
His Confession is book 1 of The Black Door Trilogy. I was sitting there one day, and thought, imagine meeting someone you really liked, and you found out they had dark desires / fantasies / lived a lifestyle in which you didn’t understand. What would you do? I wanted to enter an unfamiliar world, a taboo topic, which I enjoyed researching thoroughly.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I never plot. I write a brief blurb, and then just let the story take me wherever it wants. Actually I have another, I like to work on a couple of manuscripts at the same time.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love so many different authors, but those that have stood out to me are: Jackie Collins, Danielle Steele, Virginia Andrews, Catherine Cookson, Candace Bushnell, Lauren Weisberger, Don Winslow, Kimberly Chambers, and so many more!
What are you working on now?
Book 2 of The Black Door Trilogy, Her Confession. Also a contemporary / drama novel.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Just interacting with other authors, readers and bloggers. Facebook and Twitter are great, also thebookbloggerlist for seeking reviews and features.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Build your author platform straight away – Facebook author page, Twitter, website etc. Interact. Friend other authors for tips and advice. Make your product as professional as it can be. Wix and WordPress are free, so create an author website / blog. Be tough! It may be a long and hard process, but it’s worth it!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Never give up on your dreams. Ignoring your passion is like a slow suicide.
What are you reading now?
I have several books on my Kindle and paperbacks. I like to read a couple of books at the same time. I’m currently reading Jackie Collins – The Power Trip.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I want The Black Door Trilogy complete this year, and to publish novels in other genre’s, of which I have almost completed. I want to reach a wide audience.
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 Secret – Rhonda Byrne
Savages – Don Winslow
Any book on survival!
His Confession – S Valentine (my own book as an achievement reminder)
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