Today
historical romance author Brenda B. Taylor sits down with us for an interview.
Learn more about Brenda and her books at her website.
When did
you realize you wanted to write novels?
Having
a great imagination and enjoying reading, I began to write my own stories in
the third grade. I wrote a story about a horse similar to Black Beauty.
How long
did it take you to realize your dream of publication?
I
worked in the Texas Public Schools as a teacher and school administrator for
many years. I harbored a desire to write fiction, but had little time to pursue
a writing career. After retiring, I studied the craft of writing fiction and
began filling books with stories.
Are you
traditionally published, indie published, or a hybrid author?
Because
of getting a late start in writing, I didn’t have enough time left to go the
traditional publishing route. I took several online courses in self-publishing
and went the indie route.
Where do
you write?
I
write in a special place overlooking bird feeders, blooming flowers, and trees
of several varieties.
Is silence
golden, or do you need music to write by? What kind?
Silence
is golden for my writing time. Sometimes I may listen to soft music, but most
often I write in a quiet environment.
How much of
your plots and characters are drawn from real life? From your life in
particular?
I
became interested in genealogical research after retirement and began
researching my family ancestry. The lives of my ancestors grabbed my interest
and curiosity. I researched and traveled to their homes and wrote about those
in post-Civil War Missouri and Scotland. Historical romance is my favorite
genre to read, so I crafted romances into the plots of the stories.
Describe
your process for naming your character?
I
chose names that best fit the character’s personal traits and time. The names
in the post-Civil War series were not difficult, I chose those I felt best fit
the character, but the Scots’ names required research.
Real
settings or fictional towns?
Both
series are set in the actual locations where my ancestors lived.
Ocean or
mountains?
I
love both ocean and mountains, but the mountains hold me captive. I enjoy their
majesty and beauty. My husband and I spent summers in the Rockies and Grand
Tetons—climbing, hiking and camping. We can always find a new adventure on
mountain slopes.
City
girl/guy or country girl/guy?
After
being born, raised, and now living in the country, I am definitely a country
girl. City traffic gives me the hives.
What’s on
the horizon for you?
Continue
writing books in the two series—Wades of Crawford County and Highland
Treasures. I have a lot of time and research invested in both series, so I’ll
continue with writing in them.
Anything
else you’d like to tell us about yourself and/or your books?
I
have one regret in my second career as a writer and publisher—wish I had
started sooner.
A Highland
Ruby
She
must choose between a life of adventure with the man she loves or a settled,
secure life with her betrothed. Flora Vass forced Gavin Munro out of her heart
and mind until he returned to Scotland after an adventurous five years in the
New World. Gavin leaves no doubt he returned to make the bonnie Flora his own
and intends to fight for her. Flora's betrothed, Iain MacKay, and Gavin's
brother, Chief Andrew Munro, have other plans. Andrew needs her to marry the
MacKay and bring peace between the two clans. Iain MacKay desires an heir. War
with England looms on the horizon, forcing Flora to make crucial decisions.
1 comment:
I enjoyed reading your interview, Brenda! Best wishes with your latest release and have a great weekend!!
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