Author Interview: Sheila Fowler

1. Please introduce yourself (who are you, what genre/s do you write in, what books do you have out)

My name is Sheila Fowler. I'm a lover of TV and anything dachshund. I write Romance, Romantic Suspense, and Cozy Mysteries set in Florida. My latest book is Don't Let Me Down. It's the 3rd book in my Scottish Love Stories series. All of my books are located on Amazon, and I currently have 5 audiobooks available.

2. What are your favourite books?

I love the Stephanie Plum books from Janet Evanovich. And I adore anything from Kelly Elliot. Her Love in Montana series are some of the most romantic books.

3. When did you know you wanted to be an author?

I wrote my first book in 2020 and when I finished it my girlfriend said you are an author. I got addicted to writing after that.

4. What are your favourite and least favourite parts of the writing process?

I love to write, but I hate the editing process. There are all these stories in my head and sometimes they get left on the cutting room floor because they don't fit into the story correctly.

5. What is your writing routine?

I love a tall glass of cold water, my dog sitting next to me, and quiet noise.

6. How do you balance writing (and everything else to do with it) with the rest of your life?

I work full-time as a TV Researcher, so I have to make sure I get that job done first. Then I can start writing.

7. What inspires you? How do you beat writers block?

I have some vivid dreams that help me to create the worlds in my books. My husband is a great partner, helping me when I need it. And the best way to get over writer's block is to talk to other writers. They can help you in ways you will always love. I love to bounce ideas off them and then we sort of help each other that way.

8. How do you keep consistent/write a lot?

I put myself on a deadline. It's the best way to keep consistent.

9. Does anyone read or edit your work before publication? If so, how did you find them?

I have two editors that help me out. We are a part of a group of women writers that got together to write an anthology. Now we help each other with editing and story ideas.

10. Can we have a sneaky look at your future plans?

I'm working on the 10th book in my cozy mystery series. It's about a bank robbery in the small town, a kidnapping, and a lot of family drama. The tagline for all of these books is a little Mystery, a little Romance, and a little Key Lime Pie.

11. Finally, what advice would you give to other writers (inspiring, those publishing and those published)?

Write what you know and believe in what you write. Never let anyone tell you that you are not a good writer. Because if you touch one person with your stories, that is all that matters.