Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hi! My name is Corlet (pronounced Cor-lay), pen name Corlet Dawn. I am the internationally -selling author of the Bee’s Flowers series.
From a young age, I always knew that I was equally compassionate and creative. I use these qualities in my career as a nurse and my passion as an author.
In my spare time, I enjoy reading, writing, and being active. I am lucky enough to live in my native Colorado, where there are more sunny days than not. I love to run, hike, garden, and kickbox. I also enjoy spending time with my husband (who works in accounting at a craft brewery) my teenage daughter (who is working on becoming TikTok famous) and our two dogs. My dream job would be to travel the world and write books full-time. I have dance parties as often as possible.
I was inspired to write these books after being raised with a grandmother, mother, and sister who all loved flowers.
I am unsure of the origin story behind my name. My parents tell a different story every time.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is called Bee Our Guest: Part One. It is my first novella. I loved writing a shorter piece. It felt like freeing and fun to have a shorter time frame to tell my story.
I was inspired to write it after a friend of mine stated that she wanted to know more about the weddings of my characters. This novella is the first installment of three.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I sometimes have to write on my cell phone. I use Goggle docs and if the mood strikes me to write and I’m not near a computer, I use my phone.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I’ve read so many different authors that I can’t pick just one. There was an anonymous indie book group years ago and a lot of the authors in there have made it on multiple best-seller lists. I aspire to work hard and someday be where they are now.
What are you working on now?
My first children’s book was just illustrated by the talented Instagram artist @snormp. I am about to start my third full-length novel. My audio book should be out soon for Bee’s Flowers. There are a lot of exciting things right now.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Twitter has worked well on the social media side. Getting the word out to friends and family is also a good promotion strategy.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Proof your book a ton, get beta readers, don’t rush it. Listen to your book multiple times, you can do this through Word. It helps you figure out what sounds good and helps catch mistakes.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Your book will never be for everyone, don’t respond to negative reviews. Simply try to get something positive from it and move on.
What are you reading now?
I am reading Just Mercy.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I want to continue to grow as a writer in my skills.
What is your favorite book of all time?
Honestly, there are too many to count.
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