We also have two fantastic prizes to give away! Two lucky readers can win a copy of both Crafty Chica books. Read on to find out more.
Please describe your latest book in 15 words or fewer.
Real Women Have Curves-meets-Willy Wonka-meets-Carmen Miranda's accessories!
What inspired you to write Miss Scarlet's School of Patternless Sewing?
I wanted to write a story about a young woman who believed in herself and her goals and dreams, even when it seemed no one else did. I wanted to show the power of blogging and how it can change someone's life on both ends of the keyboard! I wanted to showcase creative Latinas!
Where do you do most of your writing?
In my writing nook, which I have decorated with saris, bejeweled lampshades and tons of sticky notes! Sometimes at the bookstore if I'm writing during the day and the house is busy with activity.
What is your favourite book?
I have so many. There are two recent ones I LOVED: Twenties Girl by Sophie Kinsella; and Spooky Little Girl by Laurie Notaro.
Which part of Miss Scarlet's was the most fun to write?
I loved writing the scene where she is in a meeting with her boss. I wanted to show the competition between them and how much Scarlet's boss underestimated her. I also became very connected to the date she went on with Marco Vega.
What are you currently reading?
The Secret Lives of Dresses by Erin McKean.
Do you have any tips for readers who are looking to become published authors?
Instead of looking, make it a point to start doing. Jot down an idea for a story in one sentence and then build upon it. Create a loose outline by writing a summary paragraph for each chapter and then start writing the book! You won't be a published author unless you actually write a book.
Are you working on anything else at the moment, and if so can you tell us?
Yes, I'm outlining a new novel about a cake decorator. I'm also outline a new craft book too! I blog all about both on my Diary of a Crafty Chica blog!
Thanks, Kathy!
Trashionista has two Crafty Chica prizes to be snapped up! You can win a copy of both novels - Waking Up in the Land of Glitter and Miss Scarlett's School of Patternless Sewing. All you have to do is drop us an email, making sure you put 'Crafty Chica' in the subject line. Good luck!
