What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Murder with a Capital C?
I was reading Sue Grafton’s “Alphabet Series” at the time and fell in love with her detective. My detective is a southern version of Grafton’s Millhone. The crime in my book is based loosely on a local crime reported during the time I was writing this book.
What’s your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
I don’t have a favorite. Legal thrillers, political intrigue, horror, fantasy, mysteries, and Westerns are my usual go-tos, but I will read anything. I don’t stick to a particular genre for my stories. They often evolve into something I didn’t expect, and most of my books are difficult to label as this genre or that.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
I’m busy editing my third book, so my TBR pile is embarrassingly slim right now. I have John Grisham’s The Exchange waiting for my attention.
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
The main character encounters a young boy defending his front porch with a shotgun. It was fun to imagine, and the characters played out the scene for me. I had very little input. They did what they did.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
My dog Belle, aka the K9 Word Pup, sat on my lap as I typed each word. She was my best companion, best friend, and the perfect muse. Sadly, she died recently, and the cloud of gloom has yet to depart from this writing sanctuary.
Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?
Love all, respect all, and above all else, be kind to dogs.
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
Things are rarely the way they appear, and if you believe you can trust someone, that is the person you should doubt.
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