Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a licensed breeder of German shepherds and have over 10+ years of experience. As a successful breeder, I have gained valuable experience about the breed and many other breeds as well. I decided to write books about how to become a successful breeder, how to care for your new puppy, and am in the process of compiling a 10 book series featuring the top ten breeds as ranked by the AKC. To date I have written 5 books and they can be found at https://www.amazon.com/author/-virginiaclark
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is titled A Puppy Love Guide; About the Golden Retriever, Tips for Bringing Your Golden Puppy Home, and Doggone Delicious Recipes. This is the 3rd book in a series of 10 that I am writing and the series features the top breeds as ranked by the AKC. My inspiration for writing thhis, and all my other books, comes from my love of dogs, breeding, and especially puppies!
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
My writings flow easily from my mind to the page because I have such vast knowledge and love about and for dogs. When you know your subject well, it is easy to write about it.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love many authors from many genres. Though I enjoy to read, my real influence to write comes from years of experience as a licensed breeder. I have learned so much over the years and want to share the wealth of knowledge with others.
What are you working on now?
I am working on a 10 book series featuring the top ten dog breeds as ranked by the AKC. Next on the list is the Bulldog.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I use various sites to promote my books. Because my non-fiction books are all about dogs, I tend to use my Google + platform more often than other sites because I can easily target the market that is interested in the subject of dogs and puppies.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Find a subject you are interested in and write about it well. Be informed, and use your spell check! Another useful tool I rely on is Flesch and Flesch-Kincaid readability test scores. It is surprising how many people do know know about readability scores and how valuable a tool it is. If you are reading this and are not familiar, I recommend you Google both tests and find out how you can utilize it on your own computer to check your work.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t eat yellow snow!
What are you reading now?
The Arraignment by Steve Martini
What’s next for you as a writer?
To complete my ten book series and then promote, promote, promote!
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?
To Kill a Mocking Bird
The Bonfire of the Vanities
Anything by Barbara Taylor Bradford
Author Websites and Profiles
Virginia Clark Website
Virginia Clark Amazon Profile
Virginia Clark’s Social Media Links
Facebook Profile