Tails of Sanctuary looks like
a great fantasy adventure. Any plans to make it into a series?
Thank you and yes. I am currently working on the second book, Tails of
Sanctuary: The Rescue, which is planned to come out later this year. You
can follow us on Facebook (Tails of Sanctuary) for more details as well as
exclusive content.
What do you think makes a great
young adult book?
With any book, the ability to relate to your audience is key.
So, writing characters who are believable and remind individuals they are not
alone, no matter what they are feeling or going through, can really set any
book apart — regardless of genre.
What inspired you when writing Tails of
Sanctuary?
I work with dogs for a living. So, the inspiration came from the dogs I work
with on a daily basis. While they may or may not be getting into fantastical
adventures, the thought of what they might do helps the time pass on slower
days.
What are your ambitions for your
writing career? Full-time? Part-time?
The greatest thing I could achieve from my career as a writer would be to
change someone’s life. While I would love to do this as a full-time job, I
would much rather be able to help someone get through a hard time or find it
helped bring a family together.
When did you decide to become a
writer?
I’ve wanted to be a writer since high school. In fact, when I
was in high school I would write short stories for my friends and family for
their Christmas presents.
When writing Tails of
Sanctuary did anything stand out as particularly challenging?
Time. Time is always a challenge. I was (and still am) working
full-time. So, dedicating time to sit down and write can be a tedious task.
Though, it is always rewarding to do so.
How did you come up with the
story in Tails of Sanctuary?
I really like to think that I didn’t come up with the story. The
story was always there, and I just discovered it.
What do you like to do when not
writing?
I find no matter what I end up trying to do I always find myself
telling stories or listening to stories or reading them. If it’s not working on
a stand-up routine, it’s listening to podcasts (Everyone should check out King
Falls AM), or re-watching The Office for the hundredth time.
How can readers discover more
about you and your work?
They can find us on Facebook (Tails of Sanctuary), Twitter
(@SanctuaryTails) or on our blog (TailsofSanctuary.blogspot.com) they can also
find the book on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Lulu.com