Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
By day I am a tech worker and have loved writing since I was 10. I picked up the habit again a couple of years ago, and here I am, with my first novel published in January 2021. I also published a short story around the same time.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
It’s a murder mystery, Barefoot in the Parking Lot. I live in Silicon Valley and some of the inspiration came from the huge tech culture here, as well as the problems we have in the area. As a lifelong lover of mysteries, this book just had to be a murder mystery. Too many of those ideas floating in my head 🙂
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Nah. I am pretty sane that way.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Agatha Christie is my all-time favorite, especially her Hercule Poirot books. Definitely a big influence.
What are you working on now?
I am working on a couple of short stories and trying to get a full-length novel going.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
As a new author I am still learning the ropes and understanding the whole business side of things. Marketing and promotion are a big component of life as an independent author. I am trying a bunch of options but don’t have any favorites yet.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Spend the time daily to write. Also learn the business. Most importantly, write what you love and bring your truest self to your work.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Take the time out to write daily, even if for only 30 minutes.
What are you reading now?
I am midway through the Zoetrope short stories. Just completed a lovely short story, Her Last Winter, by Renee Kira. And before that I finished Big Bad City by the amazing Ed McBain. Looking forward to get started with some books by Harlan Coben and Karin Slaughter.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Write more books :). Polish my craft and become a better writer. There is always room for improvement.
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?
I would take a Hercule Poirot collection
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