Do you remember the first story you ever wrote?
Yes, it was about a blind queen who kidnaps a child. Sci-Fi, I think.
What is the greatest joy of writing for you?
Having just the right word or phrase come to me with ease
Who are your favorite authors?
Jane Austen, Sue Grafton and Cornelia Otis Skinner
When you're not writing, how do you spend your time?
Walking, thinking, cooking and researching the etymology of words
How do you discover the ebooks you read?
Word of mouth
What inspires you to get out of bed each day?
That first cup of tea and attacking my to-do list
What is your writing process?
I write a certain portion in my head and try to remember it when I get the computer up and going
How do you approach cover design? E-mail my Mom that I need a cover design
What is your e-reading device of choice? Kindle fire – a present from someone up-to-date technologically
What book marketing techniques have been most effective for you? This remains to be seen
Describe your desk – on my knee I balance the laptop sitting upright tin bed with my foot under me – often my foot goes numb at some point
What are your five favorite books, and why?
All Creatures Great and Small, Persuasion, Our Hearts Were Young And Gay, Cheaper By The Dozen, and Sue Grafton's Alphabet Series.
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