Born in Northern California. Wife, mother to three amazing children, and author of fantasy and adventure. Brings adventure with a mix of fantasy to the pages. Advocate for people who have Russel Silver Syndrome, and epilepsy.
Q: Can you sum up the Ella in 20 words or less?
A prince adopts a dragon egg, and it leads to a big adventure.
Q: Ella is, of course, book 1 in your The Land of Four series. What inspired you to write this series?
From just all the fantasy novels I have read in the last twenty years. Reading from J.R.R. Tolkien…C.S. Lewis, and George R. Martin. They created worlds, and got their readers addicted!
Q: Do you have a favorite book in the series?
Ella is my baby and my first. It has been many readers’ favorite.
Q: Which of the characters did you find the most challenging to write?
Dain was a supporting character that the protagonist meets when his life is becoming complicated. Dain has a dark past that he does not mention a lot til later on. That he becomes a mentor to Liam.
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Q: Do you have a favorite character in the series?
Ella is so unique. She was an egg and became a dragon. Becoming an important part of Liam’s life.
Q: What feedback do you get from readers?
People have loved my style of writing, and some prefer other ways.
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Q: What inspires you to write?
My imagination. Because in my heart I am a storyteller and the way to do it is with writing.
Q: Is there a message or common theme in the series you want readers to grasp?
That people have a path to follow. How people need help along the way.
Q: What is on your current reading list?
I have a few. Not so much lately due to my recent ankle injury that I am recovering from.
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Q: What is your next writing project?
I have one I am being quiet about. It is with my editor and its taking time. But will be published this spring.
Q: Where can readers connect with you (website, social media, etc)?
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