Who are you? Who, who, who, who?
Who are you? Who, who, who, who?
Who are you? Who, who, who, who?
Who are you? Who, who, who, who?

Well did I get you in the mood?  It has been a while since we had one of these so I was saying to my self, "Self, ask Renee if she has one loaded up and ready to go!" Well lucky you, she did! Now I challenge you all, I dare you, no, I double dog dare you to hazard a guess on who our mystery Author is.

What is one thing that most GA members might not know about you?

I was a theater nerd in high school and have a minor in theater as well. I've directed, stage managed, acted, and sang in a number of plays over the years. Some things never change.

What prompted you to write your first story?

Fear. I was afraid if I didn't start writing and sharing my work, I'd let a part of me die. I'd seen first hand how supportive people could be on GA and took the plunge.

What genre of books do you enjoy reading and have you written for that genre?

I tend to read mysteries and fantasy. I've attempted both at various times to wildly differing degrees of success. 

Is there a genre that you haven’t written for that you would consider trying later on?

I've never written anything with cowboys, but I might attempt it someday.

What do you like most about publishing on GA?

The nice thing about publishing on GA is the feedback. You will hear the good and the bad, usually in a respectful way.

Do you have any unique writing habits or rituals to help you get into a writing mood?

Mood music helps me write. Happy, sad, angry, excited, and more are all types of playlists. Total silence is usually a distraction, because then anything I see when I look up from my notebook or computer can capture my attention and take me away from my story. However, the music helps me stay focused.

How has your writing style evolved over time?

My writing has changed. I try to show more, tell less, and add more details before my beta reader has to ask. I had a tendency to be a bit brief

Do you have a significant other?

Well, no ring on my finger and my bed is full sized with loads of pillows.

Do you have any pets?

A dog is a necessity. 

Do you post multi-chapter stories as you write? Do you wait until you’ve finished writing the entire story? Or is it something in between?

I've been good and bad with my multi-chapter stories. Some I have completed, split into chapters, corrected, and published once a week until the story was done. Other times it has struggled along, in spurts, with stops, and then falls exhausted over the finish line complete with me swearing never again, only to do it again.

What is your favorite television show?

My favorite television show is The Great British Baking Show. I love the four stars and how they interact with the contestants each year.

What is your favorite movie?

My favorite movie? That is like asking me to pick a favorite child! There are three movies my family grew up watching and I'll still watch them no matter what. They are The Wizard of Oz, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

Do you write poetry? Prose? Or both?

I've attempted both, but anyone who has read my poetry will tell you it is not my forte. Prose works best for me.

If you could meet one person, living or dead, who would it be?

Meeting someone famous ... hmmm. That comes down to a toss up between two very talented authors - JK Rowling and Stephen King. Both have incredible imaginations and their world building skills are beyond belief. The ability to sit and pick their brains, even for a half hour, would be a dream come true

What would you say is your greatest accomplishment?

My greatest accomplishment is my ability to get up and keep trying. At times life has knocked me down and at times it felt impossible to go on. It has happened to me professionally, in my writing,  and my personal life. It is how you deal, not with your triumphs, but your failures. I've learned I always have me and just keep going.

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Happy Guessing my friends