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What lessons did youlearn from writing your first novel that you applied to this one?
I learned so much about editing and how to fine-tune asentence. I learned to look at a scene from several different angles to see ifmy writing could evoke suspense from different levels—emotionally,physiologically, etc.
What are some redflags that you look for when you are revising something you’ve written?
Pet words. I always have a long list of words that I use toooften. I go through my book and use the search function in Word to weed themout. It helps because I often find other things that I need to fix as well. Theonly downside is I keep getting new pets with each new novel. J
What sorts of thingshave you found work best to get the word out about your books?
That’s a loaded question, but I think the best idea is toutilize several different forms of spreading the word.
Who are the biggestcheerleaders of your writing? What do they do to encourage you?
My family, especially my husband. They ask about my writing,read early drafts of my books, help make time for me to write, and encourage mein my goals. I’m so thankful to have a supportive family—my husband is mybiggest fan.
What’s something youwould tell to aspiring writers that you wished you’d known from the beginning?
That you never stop learning, so don’t ever think that youcan sit back and say, “I know all there is about writing.” Get yourself to awriters conference and soak up the knowledge!
What are you workingon right now? What are your writing goals?
I just finished writing/editing book one of a new “WeddingPlanner Mystery” series. I had so much fun writing this novel and getting toknow the characters. The title is DiamondRings are Deadly Things and it’s set in Sun Valley, Idaho near where I grewup.
My goals for writing is to just keep plugging away everyday, whether it’s outlining t
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