Q: Let me start with asking you to tell us a little bit about yourself.
A: I live in the south with my husband of 22 years, our daughter who is leaving for college in the fall and our 13 year old son. I love the outdoors, mostly from the view of a porch, trying new things—after my husband does it first and makes sure it’s safe, and thrift shopping.
Q: When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?
A: