Frequently Asked Questions
In no particular order!
In no particular order!
Will Frances Fennelwick, a secondary character in both your LIH books (The Reluctant Guardian and A Mother for His Family) get her own story?
I love Frances! There's no artifice in her at all, and she's smart, spunky, and brave. My intention from Day 1 was to have her go through her own romantic adventure. However, the Love Inspired Historical line closed before that could happen. Nevertheless, I plan to give Frances her own story someday, somehow.
I want to write romance novels. What should I do?
Read, read, read, and then write, write, write! Finish that book and allow others to look at it: join critique groups, enter contests sponsored by writing associations and chapters, and take courses on craft/attend conferences. Keep in mind that very few novelists publish their first book, although it does happen. Be teachable and practice, and the story of your heart may well go to print. It happened for me! It took several years, but it happened!
Do I really have to finish the book? Can't I just send an editor or an agent my idea?
A completed manuscript is proof to an editor or an agent that you are diligent and capable of accomplishing a project. Established authors can sell on ideas, but new authors tend to have to put in a lot of work putting together proposals.
Why don't you write contemporary stories?
Coming January 2021, my very first contemporary-set novel will be out on store shelves from Love Inspired! It's called A Future For His Twins, and it's the first in a new series called Widow's Peak Creek! I am soooo excited.
Do you have any openings on your street team of influencers?
At the moment, I do not have any openings, but if you generally like my stories and enjoy helping other readers by writing reviews on your blog and/or sites like Goodreads, Amazon, CBD, BN, etc., I'd love to hear from you! Feel free to drop me a note on the contact page, and when an opening arises, I'll be in touch! Thank you. <3
Will there be a sequel to My Heart Belongs in Ruby City, Idaho (from Barbour Publishing)?
Alas, no sequel is planned. Most of the characters received their happy endings. But...if something changes, I'll let you know.
I love Frances! There's no artifice in her at all, and she's smart, spunky, and brave. My intention from Day 1 was to have her go through her own romantic adventure. However, the Love Inspired Historical line closed before that could happen. Nevertheless, I plan to give Frances her own story someday, somehow.
I want to write romance novels. What should I do?
Read, read, read, and then write, write, write! Finish that book and allow others to look at it: join critique groups, enter contests sponsored by writing associations and chapters, and take courses on craft/attend conferences. Keep in mind that very few novelists publish their first book, although it does happen. Be teachable and practice, and the story of your heart may well go to print. It happened for me! It took several years, but it happened!
Do I really have to finish the book? Can't I just send an editor or an agent my idea?
A completed manuscript is proof to an editor or an agent that you are diligent and capable of accomplishing a project. Established authors can sell on ideas, but new authors tend to have to put in a lot of work putting together proposals.
Why don't you write contemporary stories?
Coming January 2021, my very first contemporary-set novel will be out on store shelves from Love Inspired! It's called A Future For His Twins, and it's the first in a new series called Widow's Peak Creek! I am soooo excited.
Do you have any openings on your street team of influencers?
At the moment, I do not have any openings, but if you generally like my stories and enjoy helping other readers by writing reviews on your blog and/or sites like Goodreads, Amazon, CBD, BN, etc., I'd love to hear from you! Feel free to drop me a note on the contact page, and when an opening arises, I'll be in touch! Thank you. <3
Will there be a sequel to My Heart Belongs in Ruby City, Idaho (from Barbour Publishing)?
Alas, no sequel is planned. Most of the characters received their happy endings. But...if something changes, I'll let you know.