Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hello, I’m Tracy Kauffman- author of young adult and kids stories. I started out publishing a memoir about me growing up in the south. Then branch out from there. After publishing books of my own, I decided to try my skills and publish other people’s books. I started a small independent publishing company, KG books, which has been rewarding. The fact is I wanted to publish everyone but wasn’t able to. As an author and book publisher, I have began coaching new authors. I feel I can help others achieve their goals in the writing industry. It only takes a small step toward success. So that is what I focus most of my attention on now.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Southern Attraction is a young adult romance book inspired by the tornadoes that blasted through the south in 2011. This book is about a girl from the north that moves to a southern town with her redneck uncle. From having everything in life to having nothing, she has to rediscover who she really is. Audience would be geared mainly toward teenagers.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I start off and go. I usually don’t write an outline but might jot down a few notes, so I won’t leave anything out.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Boxcar children was one of my favorites when I was young. It seemed more original and down to earth that most of the fantasy type books out there.
What are you working on now?
I am working on promoting my coaching business but I have thought about writing a part 2 to Southern Attraction.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
More is better.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
I have plenty to share. I have designed a 3 step video training series to help new authors succeed at their writing goals.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t ever give up and you can succeed at anything you put your mind to.
What are you reading now?
The Colorado Brides
Book One
An Unexpected End
What’s next for you as a writer?
As stated earlier, I will probably write a part 2 to Southern Attraction.
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
A very thick one!
Something written by Jeff Buick. I really enjoy his books.
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