Tell about yourself,
family, pets, favorite foods, hobbies, where you grew up, etc., and 1-3 things
about yourself that have nothing to do with writing.
I’m the youngest of
three children (aka the “spoiled” one!). I live in Ontario, Canada and I’ve
been married to my hubby for 24 years. I enjoy tole painting (painting on wood
pieces), reading (of course!), and watching movies. I’m not sure I can pick a
favorite food! I love pizza, Chinese food, chicken fingers, and French fries.
Haha! I grew up in New Brunswick (next to Maine).
Three things about
myself: I love flavored coffee, have over 30 plaid shirts, and lots of colored
pens!
What genre(s) do you
write?
Romantic Suspense
Are you Indy, traditionally
published, or both?
Traditionally published
What are you working on
now?
My eighth book for Love
Inspired Suspense. Feeling very blessed!
Do you read outside of
your genre? If so, what other genres do you like to read?
Yes! Fantasy, YA, and
even middle grade school.
Did the first book you
wrote get published? How long were you writing before you were published?
No, it was actually my
third book that Love Inspired Suspense contracted. It took me approximately ten
years to get published.
When you are writing, do
you prefer complete silence, or do you like to listen to music? If so, what
kind of music do you like? What are your favorite writing snacks?
Sometimes I like silence,
and other times, I like to have instrumental music playing softly in the background.
Coffee is my writing snack.
How do you
celebrate when you finish your book?
With a treat of some
kind – normally a Starbucks latte!
How do you come up with
character names for your stories?
I have a “names
database” of names I’ve heard on TV, movies, or from friends
How long did it take you
to write your latest book?
Approximately 3
months
Do you have any
manuscripts you have shelved that you might return to?
Yes…maybe one day!
How long have you wanted
to be a writer?
Since I picked up my
first Nancy Drew book!
Are you more of a
plotter or a pantser?
Definitely a pantser!
Darlene’s latest romantic suspense Fatal Forensic Investigation
was just released!!
Learn More about Darlene
and her writing here:
www.darlenelturner.com where
there’s suspense beyond borders.
Facebook (author page): https://bit.ly/2Woy8dK
Twitter: @darlenelturner
BookBub: https://bit.ly/2QrdkhP
Instagram: darlenel.turner
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19553274.Darlene_L_Turner
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