1. What inspired you to write this book?  I was flat
on my back with sciatica.  I fund that
holding my arms up to read a book became tiring so with pen and notebook at
hand I let my imagination soar.  I am an
avid reader particularly books set in the 1800s so that is where I started.
 

2. What exactly is it about and who is
it written for?
The ordeal
of a young girl in 1800 who travels from England to Australia and New
Zealand.  A Gypsy traveler on seeing her
uncanny connection with animals, there is a whisper of a destiny which she is
to fulfil.  Although primarily written
for teens, adults are enjoying the story too.
 

3. What do you hope readers will get out of
reading your book?
  A sense of adventure and wonder at Meg’s
experiences, particularly her relationship with animals.  The background facts of New Zealand give an
idea of conditions in the country in that time period.
 

4. How did you decide on your book’s title and
cover design?
  As the story unfolded about Meg it was
leading to her destiny.  I described in
detail my vision of Meg, The art department of Austin Macauley Publishers
produced an amazing cover.
 

5. What advice or words of wisdom do you have for
fellow writers – other than run!?
  Have a good working knowledge of
your and your computer’s capabilities. 
Mine is somewhat limited.
 

6. What trends in the book world do you see —
and where do you think the book publishing industry is heading?
  I am
not in a position to predict where the industry is heading.  In this electronic age the younger set are
concentrating on their devices.  I think
there is nothing more exciting than holding a book and turning the pages.
 

7. Were there experiences in your
personal life or career that came in handy when writing this book?
 I was in the legal world for many years.  I have good general knowledge which I put to
good use when writing the story.
 

8. How would you describe your writing style? Which writers or books is your writing similar to?  I wanted an absorbing and fast-paced
story.  I have read a variety of books
like Family Sagas, particularly ones set in the 1800s (a long list of authors
here), adventure (Clive Cussler) and mystery (Val McDermid).
 

9. What challenges did you overcome in the writing
of this book?
  Introducing an attention-grabbing beginning
to the story but keeping the action unfolding to draw the reader on.  (I am having a steep learning curve
throughout the publication process.)
 

10. If people can buy or read one book this week or
month, why should it be yours?
  It has an absorbing story, mystery,
fast-paced action, and describes Meg’s adaption of her new life, and her
growing confidence.  A definite must for
horse lovers.
 


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