1

My town inspired the story. At times, the racism and sexism that still runs through it. At other times, the beauty, and the peace.

2

I didn't struggle too much. For the most part, it was smooth sailing. I would say that parts of my story I struggled with were the ones I needed to write the most. For example 'Little Leonard' is an abused factory worker. It hurt writing those words, because it made it real.

3

I truly enjoyed all of it! But I especially enjoyed writing scenes with Lydia's entire family. As someone who grew up an only child, getting to experience a big family, even fictionally, was really special.

My readers are some of the kindest souls I've ever had the pleasure of speaking to! They really treasure Lydia to the same extent that I do. Nothing but love!

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As of right now 'Lydia' is a stand alone novel. But there are things in the works at this very minute!

6

I want my readers to take away that the whispers and the sneers don't mean anything, until you make them mean something. I also want them to take away an understanding of what love is in its most wholesome form.

7

Immerse every inch of yourself into it. When you go about your daily lives, think about your characters and how they would act in comparison to you.

Unfortunately, she does! Lydia is my inner monologue and everything that I want to say, but never do.

I think Lydia is the thing that draws in new readers. Everyone can relate to her in some way or another. Whether you're from the South, North, or halfway across the world.

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I do have future projects! I'm currently writing a new novel of a completely different genre! It's called, "The Hot Spring Lion's Society!"