Hi, Joanna, and thanks for joining us here today! So, when did you first begin writing?
As soon as I could hold a pen in my hand! My parents' house is littered with my early attempts. Growing up, I loved English and History and any chance to write a story. I finished my first novel at 15 and never looked back. If I'm not writing something then I don't feel normal!
Tell us about your latest published title.
MURDER ON THE CLIFFS is the first in a new murder mystery series featuring Daphne du Maurier. It has all my favorite elements: history, mystery, a touch of romance, and the setting is the Cornish coast and an Elizabethan mansion full of secrets.
How do you go about developing your characters?
Characters come out first for me. I have a sketchy plot in mind but the characters lead it once they're fleshed out and I learn their motivations. They become real and seem to take over :)
What advice would you give to new authors just starting out?
To love what you do. To never give up.
What do you like to do when you're not writing?
When at home, read and watch favorite movies. When not at home, travel, particularly the overseas kind: Europe for its scenery and history.
What is your favorite movie? Did it inpsire your writing in any way?
REBECCA, PRIDE & PREJUDICE, THE PRINCESS BRIDE...I seem to love a blend of the old classics with a good mystery/suspense and a touch of the fairy-tale is always nice too!
Joanna, thank you so much for your time! Now, readers, for a chance to win a copy of her new book, MURDER ON THE CLIFFS, simply go to Joanna's book tour page and enter this distinct PIN #: 3829. Have a great weekend...hope you win!!
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