When did you first, without hesitation, call yourself a writer?
I would say it was when I first started networking to market the book. I am not a prolific writer, but I'm still a writer.
What’s the earliest memory you have of writing a story?
About eight years old. I tried to write a screenplay for the Pokey Puppy. My freshman English teacher was the first person who showed excitement about a good story that inspired me to write better. My very first attempt at co-writing a story was in my 30s. My partner dropped out. I was on my own. I came to a part where I really loved my character and she was in a bad situation. I didn't want to destroy her and so the story has remained frozen forevermore.
What is your least favorite part of the writing process?
The rewrites. I hate do-overs. With editing, you do over and over and over again.
How do you work with an editor without the pride thing getting in the way?
I take a deep breath and prepare for the worse. I don't have a pride problem. More of a self loathing that I didn't do it right the first time.
What technology do you use for writing?
I use it all. Depends on the mood and where I am in life. After watching the documentary California Typewriters, I pulled out my old typewriter and was amazed at how productive I became with the story. Currently I am handwriting as I don't need to depend on battery life for electronic and it's easy to transport. I'm dreading the transfer.
How do you keep from resenting your duties and every human’s sleeping requirement when you have to stop writing to take care of them?
They people in my life are saints and forgive me for giving them dirty looks and I remind myself that I will not be remembered for writing a book when I'm dead. The memories are those I make with them. Memories are not made behind a keyboard.
Describe your writing style in ten words or less.
Sporadic, procrastinated, competitive, embracing my nightmares.
When you hear from your readers, what do they say?
They can only read my book in the daylight.
How do you use social media to promote your writing?
I promote and share a lot of other authors books and do interviews. If I have an occasion to mention my book is on sale or I got a fun review, I will mention it on occasion.
Questions borrowed from Darlawrites.com
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