What inspired you to write?
My mind never stops. When I read a story or listen to someone talk I immediately visualize it, like a movie. So when Relocating Mia began to take form in my mind, I wrote down what I saw and the outcome was a feeling of relieve for me and a good story for reader. I likeed that, so I will keep doing it.
Who is your favorite author?
Tough question, there are so many very good writers. When I was young, I was into Agatha Christie and Edgar Ellen Poe. Today, I enjoy authors with unique stories, like I.C. Smith and Inside, but I’m always in the search of unknown authors who deserve recognition and a place on my ‘fave – list’.
Are your characters based upon real people?
Not really. Of course, a few close friends of mine had influence on my character’s personalities and habits. But that fact came apparent to me AFTER I was done with the story.
Tell us something unique thing about you.
If you’d look at a foreigner as being unique; I was born and raised in Germany. But I think my husband and my lifestyle is unique. We travel all over the U.S. due to his occupation as a rodeo entertainer. I believe that a few of my views on life are rather unique as well. I’m a very positive and outgoing person. Many people I meet are wrapped up in their daily chores and have a lot of negative things to say. If you’re not open to exploring new things and discover the ‘greenness’ of the other site, you miss out on a lot of positive experiences which will eventually enrich your life.
What do you want your fans to know about you?
That I believe that life is a gift, no matter what get’s thrown in your way. I really believe that and I live my days that way and I encourage everyone to have a similar attitude. Never take one day for granted and always show gratitude to someone, - every day.
What obstacles did you have to overcome to get published?
I really didn’t have any. I was lucky with a nod of Bridgeway Books. They liked my manuscript and I was also blessed being able to support the work financially on my own.
What books have you published and do you have any sequels in the works? If so, give us all the juicy details!
So far, Relocating Mia is published since July 15th 2007. I am working on a sequel, called The Acronym. Juicy details…let’s see: If you like spy stuff, foreign agents and secret agencies, all American heroes and a spicy love story in the midst of it, The Acronym should be a good read for you.
What advice do you have for aspiring writers?
Believe in your work and NEVER quit writing!!!
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