Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I live in a small town with my family in New Mexico. I graduated college in 2010 with a degree in business and accounting. However, my true passion is all things book related. As a student English and Literature were my favorite subjects. Weekly library trips with my mother also helped instill my love for books. I would look forward to summer most of all, not because she was out of school but for the summer reading groups at my local library. After a friend’s encouragement I started my author journey in 2016.
I’m an avid book, music and old Hollywood movie lover. When I’mnot busy reading or writing I’m probably binge watching Netflix or PassionFlix. Some of my favorite authors are: Edgar Allan Poe, Abbi Glines, Colleen Hoover, Alessandra Torre, Nicholas Sparks and F. Scott Fitzgerald.
I also loves to connect with her readers on social media.
I’ve written ten books so far. I have at least one release every month scheduled until April of 2019.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest release is Becoming Bloody Mary which is a short story about how Mary became Bloody Mary. The full length sequel will release on October 31st. My inspiration was pretty simple. I was always curious about Bloody Mary. Her legend just always intrigued me which led me to wonder how the legend came to be.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Well, I always write out an outline before starting my writing process but I rarely ever stick to that outline. Also, I have scenes where I have to have music playing in order to get through the scene written then others I need complete silence to get it written.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
There are so many amazing authors and books that have influenced me. For starters, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald and Edgar Allan Poe. They were my first loves. K. Bromberg, Colleen Hoover, Abbi Glines, Alessandra Torre, Jamie McGuire, Nicholas Sparks and Tarryn Fisher are definitely my go-to authors these days. Twilight by Stephenie Meyer, Nevermore trilogy by Kelly Creagh, Mortal Instruments by Cassandra Clare, Fallen series by Lauren Kate, Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead and The Legion trilogy by Kami Garcia are among some of my favorite series.
What are you working on now?
I’m currently working on secret project with my publishing company and some other amazing authors. It’s really exciting but I can’t say too much just yet. It will tell you it is a fantasy and involves a hell hound…
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
For me personally, I rely on Facebook and Instagram a lot. I’m still learning a lot about promoting. I know Twitter is really popular but have yet to get the hang of it.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
My best advice is to new authors is to keep going. There are going to be times when you are discouraged and it’s important to keep pushing yourself.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Two of the best pieces of advice I received was: First of all, find your people. Find those people that will listen, support and help guide you when you feel discouraged. Secondly, write for you. Write the words and books you want to read because at the end of the day you will never be everyone’s cup of tea. If you produce something you are proud of then that’s all you can do. Be proud of what you create.
What are you reading now?
I’m currently reading Evershade by Michelle Areaux
What’s next for you as a writer?
I have a couple of books lined up in this secret project through Kingston Publishing. Then I have a long list of to-write books.
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 Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgearld, The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe, Driven by K. Bromberg and Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover.
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