Hello. I'm Rebecca Scarberry (Scarberryfields on Twitter and author of free novella, MESSAGES FROM HENRY. I have interviewed another author. Her name is Shandi Littlefield (@evils_war on Twitter). I've enjoyed learning more about Shandi and certain you will also.

Scarberryfields: Can you please tell us a little about your nationality?

Shandi Littlefield: I’m a thirty-one-year-old mother of three beautiful children and married to a wonderful man that supports me in everything I do. I was born and raised in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky.

Scarberryfields: When you finish writing a story, do you miss the characters?

Shandi Littlefield: Yes and no. I have only finished one book, and I am still working on the second one. Now, when I finish with the second one, I’ll probably miss a few of them. After a while, they do seem to grow on you.

Scarberryfields: While writing, if you need help with punctuation, grammar, etcetera, where do you turn?

Shandi Littlefield: Spell check on the computer is awesome for me. And then I have a dictionary on my phone that helps me out a lot. If those don’t work, I have two best friends that are teachers that help me.

Scarberryfields: With the number of hours spent writing, do family members support you or complain about the time spent away from them?

Shandi Littlefield: In the beginning, my husband fussed a lot about me writing. He didn’t know what my plans were going to be in the end. After I finally finished and published Evils War, all of my family has been nothing but supportive.

Scarberryfields: Do you travel to places you mention in your stories for research sake?

Shandi Littlefield: Yes. In my story, all of the places mentioned are here in my hometown. I have been known to sit in my truck for hours, on the side of the street in town, with my notebook and picture the story unfold.

Scarberryfields: When you’re writing, do you shut-off all social networks?

Shandi Littlefield: No not really. With me, and my so-called brain farts, I can only write for a certain amount of time. I wish I was able to shut everything in the world off and focus only on my writing, but that just doesn’t happen. LOL

Scarberryfields: Did you use any family members as Beta readers for your stories?

Shandi Littlefield: I started to let my husband read what I was writing in the beginning, until he started questioning everything little thing. Now, I have two of my best friends proofread and help me edit all of my work.

Scarberryfields: Do you feel social networking as a marketing tool, is beneficial?

Shandi Littlefield: Yes it is. I wasn’t able to get a big publisher to promote my book for me, so social networking is awesome for me. It’s the only way I can spread the word about my work.

Scarberryfields: What is the last book called that you completed and published?

Shandi Littlefield: Well, so far I have only completed and published one book, Evils War. I am in the process of working on my second book. This one will finish off the Evils War story.

Scarberryfields: Where can readers go to find your books?   

Shandi Littlefield: You can find Evils War on Amazon http://t.co/aoyInIG in Kindle right now. You will see two copies of the book form on Amazon. The $12.99 book was made for my grandparents. They can’t read small print very well, so I made a massive print just for them, but I couldn’t take it off because a lot of other people like it because it is easy to read. The normal copy is $15.99 and the kindle is $9.99.  I’m hoping to have it on other ebook sites soon.

Hello. I'm Rebecca Scarberry, Scarberryfields on Twitter. Thank you for visiting my blog today. I have interviewed author, Victor K. Ramsey, VKRamsey on Twitter. I've enjoyed learning more about him and certain you will also.

Scarberryfields: Can you tell us a little about your nationality?

Vic: I was born in Hartford, Connecticut, but I have to admit, as a child, I didn't identify with the United Sates as such. Naturally, I do love America, but I’m probably not someone you would consider a typical American patriot. I think I gained a much deeper capacity to love and appreciate people of any nation, during my stay in India, Tibet, and Peru.

Scarberryfields: When you finish writing a story, do you miss the characters?

Vic: Not really. They are always near me. It’s probably because I keep writing. My Guarding the Light Series contains four parts and so far, I’ve only published part one called, The Third Key. What I miss sometimes is going deeper into the reality of Jason Raiden and allow him to show more clearly on the pages I write.

Scarberryfields: While writing, if you need help with punctuation and grammar, where do you turn?

Vic: Hmm. Well, I have one friend, Linda for that. She’s just crazy good for those types of things. I’m absolutely not.

Scarberryfields: With the number of hours spent writing, do family members support you or complain about the time spent away from them?

Vic: Both! They try to tolerate my absence but then it’s just not easy many times. On the other hand, they like to read so they need to provide me with the peace of a ‘writing cave’.

Scarberryfields: Do you travel to places you mention in your stories for research sake?

Vic: Well, in some of my previous lives or dimensions, sure. Now, seriously, I like to write stories about places I’ve visited. Like in The Third Key, there’s a crescendo of a story line that ends in Tyns Temple. It's a mystical place, with rich and real alchemic history.   I pass by this temple a few times a week. It’s in the middle of the Old Town square, here in Prague.

Scarberryfields: When you’re writing, do you shut-off all social networks?

Vic: I have to. Otherwise, I’m not writing, I’m everywhere. There are people that are able to multitask, not me. Not while writing anyway.

Scarberryfields: Did you use any family members as Beta readers for your stories?

Vic: Oh yes, I do, LOL. That’s a subject I could write a story about. I’ll do that one day! It’s intense sometimes!

Scarberryfields: Do you feel social networking as a marketing tool, is beneficial?

Vic: I’m VERY new to that. I didn’t even have a Facebook account or Twitter until just a month or so ago. I actually didn't plan to publish my books, but the signs to do it were becoming just too hard to ignore. So, yeah I think it’s a great tool to share, connect and also market the books (I guess).

Scarberryfields: What is the last book called that you completed and published?

Vic: So far, I have only one novel published, The Third Key. I’ll publish part two, very soon I believe.

 Scarberryfields: Where can readers go to find your book?  

Vic: Amazon for now. http://t.co/ep4kdZv http://t.co/1wq1nU1

Scarberryfields: Thank you, Vic for answering my questions. I've been tweeting about your book and I see you're getting rave reviews. Congratulations!

Hello. I'm Rebecca Scarberry, Scarberryfields on Twitter, and author of the short free novella, Messages from Henry. I have interviewed another talented author. Her name is Harriet Kent (HarrietJKent on Twitter). I've enjoyed learning more about Harriet and certain you will also.

Scarberryfields: Can you tell us a little about your nationality?

Harriet: British

Scarberryfields: When you finish writing a story, do you miss the characters?

Harriet: No, I feel that they are always in the back of my mind. 

Scarberryfields: While writing, if you need help with punctuation, grammar, etc., where do you turn?

Harriet: Usually to a trusty dictionary (Oxford) or my “Grouchy Grammarian” book, which is always on my desk.

Scarberryfields: With the number of hours spent writing, do family members support you or complain about the time spent away from them?

Harriet: Yes, I get a lot of support from my husband and he has not once complained about me spending time away in my office.

Scarberryfields: Do you travel to places you mention in your stories for research sake?

Harriet: In the case of A Stable Life, the places albeit fictional are places where I spend a lot of time. It is easy to visualize them within the story.

Scarberryfields: When you’re writing, do you shut-off all social networks?

Harriet: Yes. They can be a distraction when I’m at a crucial stage in the plot and teetering on the edge of writer’s block!

Scarberryfields: Did you use any family members as Beta readers for your stories?

Harriet: Yes, my eldest sister is quite a literary soul and is able to give an honest critique (without being biased in my favour!)

Scarberryfields: Do you feel social networking as a marketing tool, is beneficial?

Harriet: Definitely. I have made so many new friends and contacts, particularly via Twitter in the few months I’ve been involved with it. It also opens up new opportunities, networking with like-minded people, fellow authors and business fold.

Scarberryfields: What is the last book called that you completed and published?

Harriet: My latest book is called A Stable Life. It is due to be published on November 22, 2012. I’m very excited!

Scarberryfields: Where can readers go to find your books? 

Harriet: I have a website www.hjknovels.webs.com or my books are available via www.authorhouse.com, www.artemispublishers.com , www.amazon.com - they are also available in e-book format.

Scarberryfields: Thank you for allowing me to interview you, Harriet. Love your book covers and wish you nothing but the best!

Hello. I'm Rebecca Scarberry, Scarberryfields on Twitter and the author of a short novella called, MESSAGES FROM HENRY. I have interviewed author, Melissa N. Burnett.  I enjoyed learning more about Melissa and I'm certain you will also.

Scarberryfields: Can you tell us a little about your nationality?

Melissa: I am an African American citizen of the United States of America.

Scarberryfields: When you finished your debut novel, did you miss the characters?

Melissa: No, because I’m writing a series of four novels, some of the characters from the first installment appear in the other three novels as well.

Scarberryfields: While writing, if you need help with punctuation, grammar, etc., where do you turn?

Melissa: I turn to the editor of my debut novel, Winslow Eliot. She’s an author of eight published novels and creator of WriteSpa where she offers the following services to writers: editing, mentoring and coaching.

Scarberryfields: With the number of hours spent writing, do family members support you or complain about the time spent away from them?

Melissa: It wasn’t easy for my family in the beginning, so yes, initially there were some complaints. Once they realized that writing was my true passion, they have become supportive.

Scarberryfields: Does writing benefit you in any way and if so, how?

Melissa: I’ve always had an over the top imagination and as a child I wrote stories for my own personal reading and enjoyment. I later shelved my stories to focus on teenage interests like singing, modeling and hanging with friends.

In 2001, I lost my aunt to cancer. It was a very difficult time and I found myself writing about her life as a way of coping with her death. I’ve been writing ever since. Whether it’s using my imagination or creating great stories, putting my thoughts on paper is definitely a benefit because it’s therapeutic for me and it makes me happy.

Scarberryfields: When you’re writing, do you shut-off all social networks?

Melissa: Yes. I do not use social networks when I’m in my writing zone. I like to play music when I’m writing. I have a deep love for music - it’s my inspiration. It brings out my creative side.

Scarberryfields: Did you use any family members as Beta readers for your debut novel?

Melissa: No. I used the services of Winslow Eliot.

Scarberryfields: Do you feel social networking as a marketing tool, is beneficial?

Melissa: Yes, I do. I use as many social networks as I can to market my novel. Twitter is my favorite. Readers can follow me on Twitter @MelissaNBurnett, “like” my Facebook page, leave comments or chat with me at www.facebook.com/musicfromthesoulseries They can also visit my web site at www.melissanicoleburnett.com.

Scarberryfields: What is the last book called that you completed and published?

Melissa: I am writing a series of four novels about four adult women falling in love while learning to heal from past traumatic situations. The series is called “Music from the Soul”. I’ve recently published the first installment from the series titled, “When the Love is Gone”.

Scarberryfields: Where can readers go to find your books?

 

Melissa: At present, my novel is available as an eBook. Interested readers may purchase my novel online at Smashwords.com, Amazon.com, Apple iBookstore, Barnesandnoble.com, Diesel-eBooks.com, Kobobooks.com and ebookstore.sony.com.

Scarberryfields: Thank you so much, Melissa for answering my questions. It's a pleasure knowing you. 

Hello. I'm Rebecca Scarberry--Scarberryfields on Twitter. Thank you for visiting my blog today. I have a new author interview for you. His name is Steve McHugh and I've enjoyed getting to know him better. Certain you will also.

Scarberryfields: Can you tell us a little about your nationality?

Steve: I was born in Mexbrough, South Yorkshire- a small town in the north of the UK, 33 years ago.

Scarberryfields: When you finish writing a story, do you miss the characters?

Steve: Not really, as my books are all following Nathan Garrett and his life, and as I’m currently writing book 3. Nate is always with, me in one way or another. I’ve missed a few characters I killed off though. Not enough to bring them back from the dead or anything.

Scarberryfields: While writing, if you need help with punctuation, grammar, etc., where do you turn?

Steve: I have some fantastic crit  partners in D.B. Reynolds and Michelle Muto, who are incredibly helpful in pointing out all of my books flaws. In addition, I use an editor to make sure the book is as free of spelling/grammar problems as possible.

Scarberryfields: With the number of hours spent writing, do family members support you or complain about the time spent away from them?

Steve: They’re okay with it. I think my wife has accepted that if I don’t write, I get a little moody, so it’s better for everyone if I’m not a grumpy git. My 3 daughters are probably too young to care one way or the other at the moment. Although Keira, my eldest, is quite proud that her daddy is a writer.

Scarberryfields: Do you travel to places you mention in your stories for research sake?

Steve: Crimes Against Magic takes place in both the UK and France. I’ve been to both places, although not for research purposes. Part of the second book, Born of Hatred, takes place in 1890s Montana, and as I’ve never been to Montana I had to do research from photos and use the internet for most of my research. Google is my friend in that regard.

Scarberryfields: When you’re writing, do you shut-off all social networks?

Steve: In theory, yes. However, if I get an e-mail or message, I’ll probably stop and check it. I’m a bit of a procrastinator when it gets right down to it, so I try to avoid all contact with the outside world when writing.

Scarberryfields: Did you use any family members as Beta readers for your stories?

Steve: No. It’s probably a bad idea. I belong to a fantastic writing group and have met some excellent crit partners through it. And as they’re writers themselves, they’re more likely to tell me what does and doesn’t work.

Scarberryfields: Do you feel social networking as a marketing tool, is beneficial?

Steve: I feel it has its uses. Facebook and Twitter have certainly allowed me to get in contact with more people than I could have done without, and it’s allowed people to get in contact with me if they wanted to ask about the next book. It’s a crucial tool, but it’s also a massive time sink if you let it.

Scarberryfields: What is the last book called that you completed and published?

Steve: It’s called Crimes Against Magic. And is book 1 of the Hellequin Chronicles. The sequel of which, Born of Hatred, should be out within the next few weeks.

Scarberryfields: Where can readers go to find your books?

Steve: You can find my books on Amazon

http://www.amazon.com/Crimes-Against-Hellequin-Chronicles-ebook/dp/B007YK01JY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1351064458&sr=8-1&keywords=crimes+against+magic

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Crimes-Against-Hellequin-Chronicles-ebook/dp/B007YK01JY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1351076285&sr=8-1

And you can find me:

Blog: http://stevejmchugh.wordpress.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/StevejMchugh

Goodreads:  http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5819903.Steve_McHugh

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Hiddenrealmspublishing

Hello. I'm Rebecca Scarberry, author of YA novella MESSAGES FROM HENRY (Scaraberryfields on Twitter). Thank you for visiting my blog today. I have interviewed another very talented author, Melissa J. Rutter (MelissaJRutter on Twitter). Enjoy!

Scarberryfields: Can you tell us a little about your nationality?

Melissa Rutter: Born and bred in boring old England, nothing exotic I’m afraid, but have many friends and family in the States and class Texas as my second home.

Scarberryfields: When you finish a novel, do you miss the characters?

Melissa Rutter: Always, with my Humangels in my trilogy they have powers and one can only dream of having them, so when I write about them it’s sort of like having the powers too…crazy I know.

Scarberryfields: While writing, if you need help with punctuation, grammar, etc., where do you turn?

Melissa Rutter: Like many, I use Word for my writing so I rely on spell and grammar checks on that, though it’s not always right and the old Oxford has to come out on occasions.

Scarberryfields: With the number of hours spent writing, do family members support you or complain about the time spent away from them?

Melissa Rutter: My children are understanding and my husband extremely supportive, but when I am editing a book, he feels a little neglected because that takes as much as writing in the first place. However, when I am done, I do give them all of my time, I write mostly at night so they don’t miss me too much.

Scarberryfields: Does writing benefit you in any way and if so, how?

Melissa Rutter: Writing takes me away from all of the doom and gloom in the world, also it helps keep my mind open and alive it’s always ticking over which is great for keeping the grey matter busy.

Scarberryfields: When you’re writing, do you shut-off all social networks?

Melissa Rutter: No, I take breaks because I have bad hands, so I can’t write for too long, new to Twitter, but FB has helped me link up with some dear friends all over the world and their support is amazing. It helps me keep tabs on my author friends too, I love hearing how their work is coming along.

Scarberryfields: Did you use any family members as Beta readers for your debut novel?

Melissa Rutter: No, a few friends read them first, find it uncomfortable sharing it with family because you wonder if their opinion is biased.

Scarberryfields: Do you feel social networking as a marketing tool, is beneficial?

Melissa Rutter: Definitely yes, you can network your novels all over the world through them. 

Scarberryfields: What is the last book called that you completed and published?

Melissa Rutter: I Immortal Part 3, Fire and Ice, it’s the final book in my trilogy.

Scarberryfields: Where can readers go to find your books? 

 

Melissa Rutter: Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk in Kindle and Paperback formats.

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