Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I love to read and write. I crochet, knit, quilt and sew. Mostly, I read and write. My first book is a re-telling of the classic fairy tale Cinderella. I added plot twists and family drama. My intention was to show the dynamics of a family with three sisters. This story my interpretation of what happened without a magic wand. I hope you enjoy the story as much as I did writing it!
My second book is a completely different flavor than my first book. I have since, finished two other books that are waiting in the wings for their turn to shine!
Right now, I am in the process of writing for a series. I can’t wait to see how it turns out!
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My second book is a historical romance set in Wyoming Territory in the 1800’s. I had a good time with the banter between the hero and heroine in the story. There are a lot of misconceptions in the story. My husband came up with the word “fallacious”. He was reading a list of unusual words. So, I looked up the definition and began to plot the story.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like to eat Twizzler bites. I call them my thinking vitamins. I find if I munch on them while I write, my scenes turn out better!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I have so many favorite romance authors it is hard to say which ones influenced me the most. I have been an avid reader for years. In thinking back, I would have to say Barbra Cartland was most influential in my life. My older sister and I used to sneak her books out of my mom’s bottom drawer where she kept them hidden from Dad. We would read them and sneak them back as if nothing ever happened. Those books were my first romance books. I have been an avid reader ever since.
What are you working on now?
I am working on another historical romance set in Wyoming Territory in the 1800’s. I cannot give too many details away, but it should be a fun read.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I like Awesome Gang! Newsletters, blog tours, Twitter, Facebook are all good promotional ideas.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Keep at it! Just like everything else writing is a matter of practice. Practice makes perfect.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Perseverance is a virtue!
What are you reading now?
I am reading books by my fellow authors of The Wild Rose Press. I have to say, we have some talented and intriguing authors!
What’s next for you as a writer?
Keep writing, keep writing, keep writing!
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?
Gone With the Wind, The Notebook, The Thorn Birds, and A Knight in Shining Armor
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