Oh I agree, Laura—I love the being there part of travel, hate the getting there part. They say the journey is the important part, but I think the airlines have killed that idea.
Thanks, Alyn. My daughter is currently in university, so I know exactly what you mean—I hear a lot of essay writer's panic. I think a big part of being a writer is continually growing and improving, taking risks and trying new things. Keeps life interesting, too!
Hi Karen—the ghosts actually have speaking roles (and love to interfere) in HIGHLAND SUMMER. The spirit in HIGHLAND AUTUMN is a bit more malevolent, but can be playful, too.
Hi Peggy—Thank you for your kind words! Yes, I really write my stories from the heart, and I'm a sentimental, mushy person, and I love history, love, and humour, so how could I write anything but romance? Good luck in the contest. If you want to start with one of my books, can I suggest my first book, 2011's Secrets of A Proper Countess, an award winner for best debut novel.
What wonderful goals you all have—I say goals, not dreams, because anything is possible! I could never have become a writer when my kids were small—my first book was published at age 49, when my oldest was finishing his first year in university. I'd love to paint too, but I'm just good enough at it to know I'm not good enough. Same with interior design, and I'd love to sing—I'm planning on joining a community choir this fall. Never, ever give up!