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Can you tell us a little about yourself and how you started writing children’s books?
I live and breathe the ocean. My whole world in on, in, or around the ocean.
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What inspired your first story, and what inspires you now?
My experiences as a female deckhand on a large ship.
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Do you focus on a particular age group or genre in children’s literature?
My non-fiction book is for adults, now now I mostly focus on kids books and book videos.
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Which authors or books influenced your writing journey the most?
Robert Munch, Tolkein, JK Rowling
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What do you enjoy most about writing for children?
I love getting lost in my thoughts.
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How do you develop your characters and story ideas?
Usually based on experiences with people and places.
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Do you collaborate with illustrators, and what is that process like for you?
Yes I have an illustrator for my published kids book.
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What themes or messages do you hope children take away from your books?
Teaching kids about the ocean
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Is there one book you’ve written that holds a special place in your heart? Why?
My first book Women at Sea will always hold a special place in my heart. It took me 10 years to write and publish it.
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Where can readers, parents, and teachers find more of your work online?
Amazon or my website www.womenatsea.ca
