Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have written 10 stories so far, but only published 4.
I’m an erotica author basing my inspiration from my own experience in the BDSM lifestyle. My husband is my Dom and therefore all my characters are submissive, unless they are put in a fantasy environment: Vampires and werewolves.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest release is called Invitation BDSM Erotic Stories. It’s the third story in the BDSM Erotic Stories series. It follows a character who is in many ways similar to myself. It’s not a biography, but people in the BDSM community think it’s very close to reality due to the descriptions of the scenes and the interaction between Dom/sub. I do take liberties here and there, as my characters are never 100% me.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I write whenever I have the energy, so no real schedule. And I’m a plantser. I plan out a story, but somehow my characters veer off the plan and I end up writing something completely different.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I haven’t really been influenced by authors or books in regards to the subject manner of BDSM. I do love very steamy paranormal romances from authors such as Sherrylin kenyon, Karen Marie Moning, etc.
What are you working on now?
I’m working on a Vampire erotic story and book 4 in the BDSM Erotic series
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I haven’t found that one yet. I get some interaction from Newsletter swaps and group promotions, but so far none that are very spectacular.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Except for writing, building an audience from the beginning is very important. You can start out on Facebook or Twitter to see what other’s are doing. The writing community is very friendly and forthcoming with help.
A newsletter is going to be your best friend, so be prepared for that extra work.
And don’t stop writing. Even when the first book or two might not do well, don’t give up.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
To get the best story out there in your opinion. To get Beta readers to evaluate your work before putting it out there, and to have a support system of friend, family and other authors.
What are you reading now?
Right now I’m reading a rom com, strangely enough. Dear Pink by Michelle Angelle. It’s a story that has found the right balance between sadness, fun, and love.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m going to keep writing in my two genres. BDSM Erotica and Vampire/werewolf erotica.
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, I’m not certain. I think I might actually be the odd one out and take notebooks instead of written books.
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