1) How did you first become interested in writing?
I have been passionate about writing ever since I was old enough to read and write and wanted to put the stories in my head on paper. Being an only child probably contributed as I had many imaginary friends to keep me company.
2) How long have you been actively writing?
I finished my first book in second grade with my friend Michele and have been working on something ever since.
3) Do you write now as a profession?
Yes actually of this year. It’s do or die time.
4) If so, what titles have you put out and where can we find them?
My first fiction book Stilettos & Scoundrels will be out March 2nd, 2010 and my first non-fiction book But It’s My Business, will be out late March/early April 2010.
5) Are you an avid reader?
Yes. I love to read and write (not so much the ‘rithmetic) and I often reward myself for hitting my page count goal by reading a few chapters of whatever book(s) I’m reading at the moment.
6) Who are your favorite Authors?
John Steinbeck, Margaret Mitchell, Janet Evanovich, Nora Roberts, Sohpie Kinsella, Tom Clancy, and Dean Koontz just to name a few. You can see I have diverse tastes.
7) What is your goal in writing?
To entertain myself and others. Would you rather write a book that sells millions of copies, but have it be “Celebrity Fluff” – or write an award winning novel that no one reads? And why does it matter?
I want people to have fun when they read my books. I read all genres, depending on my mood and what I’m looking to get out the book. I feel there are many people who are the same way. I want to entertain no matter how that may shake out.
Do you write in the first person POV? And why?
I have written in both. It depends on the type of story I want to tell which is my preferred method.
9) If you couldn’t ever write again, what would you be doing?
The only way I wouldn’t be writing is if I landed a gig as a trophy wife and was out spending my husband’s millions.
10) Have you ever worked with a professional Editor or Editorial Service? Was it worth the money?
The best money I ever spent. I have no patience for the detail. I just want to write the story.