Do you remember the first story you ever read, and the impact it had on you?
I don't remember the very first, but I do remember the first one that had the most impact. It was called Broken Promise - I don't remember the author's name. The story was about a group of five siblings whose parents abandon them at a diner. The oldest does her best to keep her family together despite them being separated into different foster homes and such. It was the first book I ever read that brought me to tears. I have since wanted to write stories that moved readers on an emotional level.
What do you read for pleasure?
Pleasure reading for me involves exploration of several genres. I used to read strictly horror - Stephen King being my favorite author, but since I decided to take my writing career seriously, I read a wider variety. Mysteries, non-traditional Chick Lit, and humor all find their way onto my e-reader.
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