I’ve only published one. In the Beginning is my debut novel. It is not fast paced or action packed, but it is thought provoking and a page turner. It has been compared to Dan Brown’s books, but I wrote mine six years before he emerged and also to the Indiana Jones movies. I find the comparison to that adventure series very complimentary. In the Beginning follows Justin Dickerson, a Biblical archaeologist, on her quest to discover what lies hidden in 2,000 year old manuscripts. What she finds, however, are the answer to Earth’s ancient mysteries.

What motivated you to write your book(s)?

I really don’t know what made me write the book. I remember I had just lost my job and instead of thinking I should fine tune my resume and look for another job, I decided I would write a book.

What do you think your book(s) offer to your readers?

I think that my book offers a fresh, unique look at the age old mysteries that surround our ancient ancestors and what they were able to accomplish, such as building the pyramids, brain surgery and the carvings into the Nazca Plains in Peru. I think that my book is one of a kind in its premise and I wonder if any readers of sci-fi can prove me wrong!

Who is your favorite character from your book? Why?

My favorite character is Justin, the main character in In the Beginning. I made her a lot like me so I can really relate to her. In the book she suffers from depression but I think she really shows strength (albeit while acting a little crazy) by accomplishing all she does. Depression can be a very debilitating illness, but she figures out the secrets of the universe, sort of speak, against all odds.

Do you prefer pen/paper or the computer when you write?

I like writing it out the best, I think. I like to fill up notebooks and scraps of paper with all my thoughts on the book. But sometimes I scold myself about that because it makes me do double work. The time I spend on writing it out long hand I could spend typing it into the computer. But I still do it.

What do you do to get yourself to focus when you’re writing a scene? (music, location, etc)

I may have the radio or TV on, but when I write I zone out. I am certainly not one to have any kind of ritual when I write. I really just stumbled on writing as a profession. I had never thought of it until recently. So no mood, lighting, or magic needed. Just when something pops into my head, I write it down.

Do you prefer reality or fantasy?

Definitely reality. But not non-fiction. I just like books, whatever the genre, to be plausible. To be as much like reality as they can.

Who are your favorite authors?

Me. (Can I say that).

Out of all of the books you’ve read, which books have “stuck” with you?

It’s a book called The Mirror. I must have read that book more than 30 years ago, maybe longer. I can’t tell you who the author is, but all I know is I can remember that book like I read it yesterday. It’s about a girl who looks in the mirror and is pulled through it, back in time and becomes her grandmother as a young woman. I just love that book.

What type of advice would you give other indie authors?

GET A PROOFREADER! (I know the name of a good one if you need it). It is so hard to catch your own mistakes. I learned that the hard way. Get someone to look over your manuscript, because for some reason, which I don’t agree with, reviewers are assessing your book with misspelled words as a factor. So, be circumspect.

Have you had any regrets regarding this writing/publishing/marketing process? Is there anything you would do different?

Nope. Not one thing.

Since you started this journey in writing, what are some positives and some negatives you’ve encountered?

Yes, just like in any experience there are good and bad things. One of the negative things is people basing their judgment of my book based on their beliefs. My book is just for fun. I am not purporting any secret agenda or trying to prove a point. I just want people to sit back and enjoy the book. One of the positives is all the great authors that I’ve met.

What do you like to do when you’re not writing?

I like to go to the movies, and I love to shop and travel.

Tell us your most memorable or proudest moment.

When In the Beginning became an Amazon #1 Best Seller. You can’t beat that feeling.

Tell us something interesting about you that your readers may not know.

That just like Justin in my book, I suffer from depression.

Finally, if you could say something to your readers, what would it be?

BUY MY BOOK!!!

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