Welcome back to
Writing for Christ Dani Pettrey, I am excited to have you here for a second
time. J
What has
changed in your writing life since you were last here?
I’ve
released three novels and written a fourth. I’ve signed a new contract with my
publisher. And, my favorite of all, I’ve had the amazing privilege of
connecting with a lot of readers. It’s been so much fun!
What recent
read stood out to you as truly spectacular?
Dee
Henderson’s October release, Unspoken. I was fortunate enough to read it a
little bit early and it is spectacular.
Do you have
favorite authors?
Absolutely!
I love Dee Henderson, Terri Blackstock, Sue Grafton, Jane Austen and Karen
Witemeyer.
What do you
find the most enjoyable part of writing or connecting with readers?
The
most enjoyable part of writing is seeing the characters come to life as I write
the first draft. It’s always an adventure. I also love connecting with readers.
It’s such a joy sharing the love of story with them. I feel tremendously blessed
to have such a supportive and encouraging group of readers. They are amazing!
What do you
find the most ideal atmosphere for writing? Do you ever get those surroundings?
J
The
ideal place for writing (or anything for that matter J) is at the beach. I make it to the beach
several times a year, but it’s typically on vacation with my family so I’m not
writing. What I’ve found as my most productive spot for writing is on the couch
in my sunroom office. I gather my supplies, my Lab Jack (who cuddles beside me)
and a good cup of coffee. I curl up and enjoy the journey.
Okay, something
fun for those writers out there: In what point of your writing career did you
surprise yourself by writing the most words ever in the shortest amount of
time?
Ah,
that happens with every book during the last month before deadline. I think the
most I ever wrote in a day was thirty-eight pages. It was crazy and hasn’t been
duplicated since. If I write eight pages a day, I’m happy.
Thanks for
being here again! It has been a joy and we wish the very best with your novels.
Thank
you for having me. It’s always a joy being here.
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Hello Dani. I remember my first visit with you on live Video chat party. That was so much fun being able to see you and hear your voice as you told us stuff and answered questions. I have your first book and would love to win this one. Very interesting place for the story to take place. I have a niece and her whole family who live in Alaska and don't want to live anywhere else. Don't think I could take the times when it is dark all day.Please put my name in for the drawing And to Casey for inviting you here. GOD bless you both. MAXIE mac262(at)me(dot)com
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I liked Gage and Darcy in Shattered - can't wait to see them together again!
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