Could you tell us a little bit about yourself?

I am a fifty-something retired grocery store clerk and high school custodian. I have been writing my whole life, but it wasn't until I retired I was able to turn my full attention to perfecting my writing skills, and getting published. In early 2011 I won 3rd place in the best short story (sci-fi) for 2011 (The Gag Gift) and was accepted by the Phyllis Scott Publishing agency for my vampire novel, The Hunt. Phyllis Scott recently published my 2nd novel, Story Time.

Describe your book ‘The Hunt’ in 30 words or less.

It's October in the mountains, and Brian and Holly Jensen are going hunting. Little do they know that they about to become the prey, in a hunt as old as time itself!

What was the hardest part of writing your book?

The hardest part of writing any story writing is the editing...always.

What books have had the greatest influence on you?

When I was younger I liked books like, The Stand by Stephen King, and Swan Song by McCammon. Now that I am older I watch for a great voice-- like James Lee Burke.

Briefly share with us what you do to market your book?

 Mainly I do things like join BookBuzzur, try to get reviews on Amazon and review sites, and chat with fellow authors on Amazon and Good Reads

How do you spend your time when you are not writing?

 I own a small book store, which is fun, but time-consuming. I also do book signings, readings and host writers groups.

What are you working on next?

I have just started a new book, as yet untitled...it's a haunted wastern