1: What is the most productive
time of the day for you to write?
My
writing schedule changes. When I
worked on my last book, “Princess and Missy’s Magical Adventures,” I wrote in
the day time and edited my work at night. When I go out of my home, I bring a
journal and pen and work on a children’s story, poem or journaling. With this
tour, I am working in the early afternoon because I feel the most refreshed.
2: Do you start your projects
writing with paper and pen or is it all on the computer?
I
have a box of journals filled with different projects. I like to write with pen
and paper. Usually, I do my editing on the computer. Sometimes, I start something new with my keyboard. It just
depends if I am on the road or at home when ideas come to me.
3: What do you draw inspiration
from?
My
inspiration comes from all forms. It can be as easy as someone smiling or
laughing. Or it could be someone in my life that has helped me. For example,
there was a homeless man, Brother Jay and his dog that saved my life. That is
some of my inspiration that evolved from my published book. Other times, it is
when I have helped someone. Most of my inspiration comes when I am driving or
on a road trip.
4: Do you set goals for yourself
when you sit down to write such as word count?
In
the past, I have not ever worried about word count. When I initially start a
project, I just write what comes to me. When I get home on my computer, I look
at the word count. I then try to get into more detail. I take a lot of breaks
when I work. I then work until I
am tired.
5: Are you a published or a self
published author and how do you come up with your cover art?
I
have only self published one book. I am hoping that the rest of my books will
be traditionally published. I found a beautiful illustrator Richa Kinra through
Craigslist. She lives in India. I
feel that her work is phenomenal and at a great price.
6: What drives you to choose the
career of being a writer?
I
have not always wanted a career as a writer. I served in U.S. Navy. I was mainly
stationed in Yokosuka, Japan working on a tug boat. I also waitressed and have
done odd jobs. My last career was a Phlebotomist, Lab Assistant, and EKG
Technician. I have received an
Associates Degree in Social Science. I have always loved writing, but I didn’t think
of getting published until later in life. What drives me now to be a writer is
the love of the art. Words on paper can create a beautiful story that can be
cherished for many lifetimes.
7: Do you own an eBook reading
device?
My
chapter book has an eBook option to buy on my website which is
www.outskirtspress.com/princessand missy I eventually want to buy an ipad, but
I haven’t yet.
8: Who are some of your favorite
authors and what are you reading now?
My
favorite children’s author is Dr. Seus. His work is funny and amazing. I aspire
to become a writer like him. My favorite adult author is Joel Osteen. He is
spiritual and motivational. Every day, I read a mediation book titled, “Jesus
Calling.” Every reading for me touches my heart in one way or another. At night
I have been reading Celestial 911. My friend gave me that book to help me think
more positive and to help me achieve my dreams.
9: What do you think of book
trailers and do you have any plans to have any?
I
have a book trailer for Princess and Missy’s Magical Adventures. You can check
it out on my website. I think book trailers are awesome.
10: How did you come up with the
title of your latest book?
My
dogs name is Princess. Her spontaneity and character inspired me to have her as
my main character. Missy, the magical butterfly is one of my cousins’ names. I
was playing around with the title for a while and I just thought that Princess
and Missy’s Magical Adventures had a good ring to it.
11: What are you working on now
that you can talk about?
Lately,
I have been writing poetry. In 2010, I attended the 26th Annual
Writing Conference in San Luis Obispo They had winners for fiction, nonfiction,
and poetry. I am working on creating original poetry that I can submit in 2011
Annual Writing Conference. I also
have a lot of children’s books that I have filed away for a while that I work
on.
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