What motivated you to become an indie author?
I am a natural storyteller. I am from the South, that is how we communicate - through stories. And I have so many stories to tell: Fiction and Non-Fiction. I want people to loose themselves in my worlds and re-emerge with all of their senses satiated. Just as when one devours a delicious meal, leans back from the table and says sleepy eyed, "That was fantastic, I cannot wait till the next one."
How has Smashwords contributed to your success?
Smashwords has let me publish my books and novellas on my own terms. I trust my own editing, my vision and my talent. I have full control. This is rare in the publishing world. Numerous great authors self published: Jane Austin and the Bronte sisters, Lord Byron and Louis L'Amour to name a few. I am in good company.
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