Tell us something unexpected about yourself!
In July 2016 I signed a four book deal for the Lottie Parker series with Bookouture Digital Publishers, London.
How did you get into writing?
I always loved writing but after a life changing event in 2009, which rocked my world, I began writing seriously with the view to completing a crime novel. I never believed that one day I would be a published author, though I always dreamed it would be so.
Where did you get the inspiration for your current book?
Life and people around me, and the country in which I live – Ireland.
How long did it take you to write this book?
I was writing The Missing Ones, on and off for about four years.
The Stolen Girls (Book 2) was written in twelve months.
I can now write a novel in six months (nothing like a dealine!).
Have you got any writing rituals?
Early morning is my best time for writing. For me, headspace is more important than physical space.
How important is marketing and social media for you?
As my book is published by Bookouture, a digital publisher, marketing and social media are essential tools.
What advice would you have for other writers?
- Set yourself goals – short, medium and long term.
- Persevere – don't give up.
- Enjoy the experience.
What are you reading now?
Last Breath by Robert Bryndza
What's your next step?
To keep writing for as long as I can.
What are your top 3 books of all time?
Great Expectations by Charles Dickens
Birdsong by Sebastian Faulks
The Color Purple by Alice Walker
Do you read your book reviews?
I read as many reviews as I can but I'm busy proof reading book two at the moment and I have an imminent deadline for book 3 so I'm trying to concentrate on my writing. I am astounded by how many people have taken the time to post a review. Between Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk there are almost 600 reviews for The Missing Ones and it is just over a month since publication. Plenty of five and four stars so I am very happy. And the amount of people who have contacted me personally is brilliant for my confidence as a writer.
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