What was your inspiration behind Burden of Blood?
I've always loved a story about someone who just didn't fit in anywhere but triumphs in spite of it. Finding out that their differences are what makes them strong has always left me, as a reader, more in love with the characters. I wanted to write a story that would give people that feeling too. So much so that I started writing my first novel Burden of Blood.
What were you feeling about it being released?
On release day I was so nervous! I knew I loved my story and that my friends loved it too but there is always that self-doubt eating away in the back of my mind. Tons of 'what ifs' almost caused me to put off releasing my novel for a few more months, until I could go over it again with a fine tooth comb for the fourth time, but I made myself push forward and I'm so glad I did.
What made you want to become a writer?
I can't really pin it down to one thing. I've always been an avid reader and a bit of a dreamer, so writing a novel has been in the back of my mind since I was a teenager (a long time ago). I just love to explore what my mind is capable of coming up with and the best place for me to do that is in stories. Sometimes I make myself laugh and other times I say "Dang girl! You have one twisted mind!" but either way, it makes me happy.
Are there certain writers that inspire you specifically or perhaps influence your style of writing?
H.P. Mallory has been my number one influence. Her success as an indie author, who was turned down over and over by publishers, has made me realize that just because one person said no, it doesn't mean you work won't be loved. She is also the reason I started reading paranormal romance which is the category my novel, Burden of Blood, somewhat falls into.
Burden of Blood part of a series or single book?
There will be a second book to follow Burden of Blood, called Blood of Fire. This is planned to be the final one of Nicole's story. I also released a short story called Blood Awakening which gives you the back story of best friends, Nicole and Kat.
Are the settings in your book based off where you grew up?
Actually yes! It is loosely based on the small town I grew up in and the surround towns. The description I give of the town is a mix of how it was when I was a teen and how it is now. Biggest difference between the two time periods is that Double Springs has TWO red lights now!
What is the best tip you could give an aspiring writer?
Don't give up on your dream. After all, in the end, we all feel either a great sense of fulfillment or disappointment in the way we spent our time on this earth. You only have right now so make the most of it!
What is your biggest writing/ reading pet peeve?
I don't guess I have a pet peeve. I'm trying real hard to think of one but nothing really bothers me. I just love a good story. Entertain me and I'm happy.
What is the most tedious part of the publishing process?
Publishing is a whole new world to me! I had to learn so much so fast I felt like my head was spinning. I kept looking for the easy button for publishing so I could get back to writing but there isn't one. I think the hardest part is when you self-publish is figuring out the dang formatting for e-books. That was enough to give me gray hair!!
Favorite weird food?
Does peanut butter and banana sandwiches count as weird? Wish I had one right now!
Color?
Color?
Favorite color is blue.
As a child, what did you want to grow up and be?
An astronaut! I wanted to meet aliens!! Outer space is where everyone said they lived so I started making plans to get me to NASA.
Thank you so much Wenona for visiting The Ink Puddle! We loved having you.And I hope everyone has a safe and happy weekend. :)
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