Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have written four books, but this is the first I have published on Amazon. It’s been an interesting journey trying to do internet research on how to indie publish this book. Its title is WHEN HEAVEN SIGHS, and it has taken me about 18 years to finish it! I was working and raising a daughter then came up with so many health problems. I’ve just retired and finally got it finished. I hope everyone enjoys reading it.
The other three books are a murder mystery set in Middle Tennessee, a science fiction book and a sequel to WHEN HEAVEN SIGHS.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My debut novel’s name is WHEN HEAVEN SIGHS and is a murder mystery set with the eclectic spiritual atmosphere of Nashville, Tennessee, Music City USA. I was searching for a closer relationship for myself to God, and during that process, I got to experience and get to see a wider segment of my Christian community. I love Nashville and grew up there. In this book, I have tried to give a feel for what it is like to live there in a city with such a creative atmosphere.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Yes, inspiration always seems to hit me early, like 3:30 or 4:00 am in the morning. It seems like that is when my mind is clearest, but it can get a little tiring. Afternoon naps can help!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Lee Strobel’s book The Case for a Creator is fantastic. Eric Metaxis’ book on Bonhoeffer was good. I enjoyed Dee Henderson’s murder mystery titled When I Sleep.
What are you working on now?
The sequel to WHEN HEAVEN SIGHS which ties up some loose ends from that novel and presents another major plot development. I also am working on hopefully publishing right before Christmas a children’s book called The Christmas Tree Angel. Plus I have a blog site where I love to leave some of the poems I write.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m so new at this I don’t have an answer to this question yet.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Work at your craft diligently, and see if you can find some helpful books on novel writing which is what I did. Use research on the internet for any problems you have.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Keep on developing the books I have already started until I can get them published.
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?
Bible, Lee Strobel’s book The Case for A Creator
Author Websites and Profiles
Susan Guinn Website