It was actually my husband who first suggested I write a children’s book. At the time, I thought about it but never acted on the idea. When COVID hit, life slowed down enough for me to finally sit, reflect, and give writing a real chance. That extra time and quiet space sparked my journey into creating picture books.
What was your background before writing kids books?
What was your background before writing kids books?
I’ve been a stay-at-home mom, and while I’ve always loved writing, I never had the time to pursue it seriously when my kids were younger. My focus was on raising my family, but the passion for storytelling was always there in the background, waiting for the right moment.
Did you begin with idea of doing a standalone book or was a series your original plan?
Did you begin with idea of doing a standalone book or was a series your original plan?
From the start, I knew I wanted to create one book. However, when I sat down to brainstorm, I came up with ten ideas right away! I decided to divide them into two series of five books each. This gave me the chance to build connected themes while still keeping each book unique and engaging for young readers.
Besides the novels for this age group you also have study guides so they can be used for home schoolers. How do you put those together?
If you’re referring to the activities I include at the end of each book, I added those to make the reading experience more interactive and memorable. I wanted kids to have fun while reinforcing what they’ve learned from the story. The activities encourage creativity, spark curiosity, and help children connect with the themes in a hands-on way, which also makes them a great fit for homeschooling families.
Other than writing, what other parts of the process do you personally do? I’m very involved in the entire creative process. I come up with the book concepts, work closely with illustrators to bring my vision to life, and carefully review layouts and designs to make sure everything feels just right for young readers. I also create the interactive activities at the end of my books and handle a lot of the preparation for publishing. It’s important to me to be involved in every step so the final product reflects my vision.
What is your process in finding others to complete the full book process?
Other than writing, what other parts of the process do you personally do? I’m very involved in the entire creative process. I come up with the book concepts, work closely with illustrators to bring my vision to life, and carefully review layouts and designs to make sure everything feels just right for young readers. I also create the interactive activities at the end of my books and handle a lot of the preparation for publishing. It’s important to me to be involved in every step so the final product reflects my vision.
I focus on finding the right people who understand my vision and can bring it to life. I collaborate closely with editors, illustrators, formatters, and other professionals to make sure every part of the book fits together seamlessly. It’s a team effort, and I choose people based on their creativity, quality of work, and how well they align with my goals for each book.
What do you know now about publishing you wished you had known sooner?
What do you know now about publishing you wished you had known sooner?
I’ve learned that publishing takes a lot more time and money than I first expected. Writing the book is only the beginning, finding the right people to help bring it to life can be challenging, and when you self-publish, the marketing side is by far the hardest part. I wish I had known earlier how much effort goes into getting your book seen and into the hands of readers, but it’s all been an incredible learning experience.
What is the best writing advice you’ve received or could give?
What is the best writing advice you’ve received or could give?
The best advice I can give is to just start writing. Don’t wait for the perfect moment, the perfect idea, or the perfect plan because those rarely come. Start with what you have and let the words flow. Also, write for yourself first. Tell the stories you’re passionate about, and your readers will feel that authenticity. Finally, be patient with the process. Writing and publishing take time, but every step teaches you something valuable.
Are there any other points about writing you would like to add?
Are there any other points about writing you would like to add?
Writing has taught me that every story matters - even the small ideas can grow into something meaningful if you nurture them. I’ve also learned that it’s okay to take your time; creativity doesn’t have a deadline. Most importantly, enjoy the process. Celebrate the brainstorming, the drafting, and even the editing, each step brings you closer to sharing something special with readers.
Tell my readers about your newest series.
My most recent release, and last book in the children’s series, is “A World of Sounds”, a fun and engaging picture book that helps children explore the different sounds around them through playful rhymes, interactive prompts, and even QR codes that bring the sounds to life. Kids can scan the codes to actually hear the sounds as they read, making the experience even more immersive and exciting.
All my children’s book take children on a new adventure where they explore while discovering the world around them in a fun and hands-on way. My goal is to always make learning engaging, memorable, and interactive for young readers.
That's all for today's interview. I hope you enjoyed learning about this author. I've read her last book and I definitely recommend it. As you can tell from her comments, she does everything she can to produce the best book possible for her readers. Hope you will check out her books.
All my children’s book take children on a new adventure where they explore while discovering the world around them in a fun and hands-on way. My goal is to always make learning engaging, memorable, and interactive for young readers.
That's all for today's interview. I hope you enjoyed learning about this author. I've read her last book and I definitely recommend it. As you can tell from her comments, she does everything she can to produce the best book possible for her readers. Hope you will check out her books.
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