It seems like my life is an open book, but I’m sure there’s a lot the
“average reader “doesn’t know. I’ll
share a few things. Although I speak to groups and can come across as an
extrovert, I’m really an introvert and tend to be a bit of a hermit—sometimes
(other than walking) I don’t leave my house for days at a time. I live in the
woods with deer, squirrels, rabbits, birds, raccoons etc. for “neighbors.” I’ve
been happily married for more than 35 years—which still surprises me because it
seems like it wasn’t that long ago we got married.
Do you have a favorite genre to
read/write?
With both reading and writing, fiction remains my favorite, but I tend to
bounce around the genres a lot. I enjoy suspense or historical sometimes, but
if I had to just pick one genre, it would probably be contemporary women’s
stories.
Do you have a nugget of writing
advice that has completely changed how you view writing?
Something I incorporated into my writing style long ago (when the demands
of live and kids and a fulltime job made it nearly impossible to spend very
much time writing) was to write very quickly. I learned to just plow through
the story with minimal self-editing. Then I’d go back after the project was
finished and edit. It’s much easier to edit a fully executed story than one
that it’s in process.
5 things you love?
By “things” I assume you don’t mean people or God or even pets.... So
I’ll limit myself to “things.” I love a nice walk in the woods, a crackling
fireplace, a fresh brewed cup of coffee, a captivating book, an old movie.
What novel have you recently read
that has stood out to you that both teens and adults will find enjoyment in?
I didn’t read it recently, but because I was just recommending it
yesterday, it’s fresh in my mind. The
Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford.
Places for readers to learn more
about you?
My website is melodycarlson.com
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