Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’ve been a writer all my life. I currently have over 100 books published on Amazon. When not writing, I like to work in my garden and tend to my bees.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest cozy mystery novel is “Toys in the Attic: A Puppet Mystery (Miss Henry Art Cozy Mysteries Book 15).” I was inspired to write this book by a desire for money.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I write using em dashes a great deal instead of commas. I particularly like to use em dashes for parenthetical asides. Other than that, I type like most others.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Beyond a doubt, the authors who influenced me most are Mary Stewart and Georgette Heyer.
What are you working on now?
Building a blog and mailing list — promotion.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
My mailing list is my best method for promoting my books followed by social media (Facebook and Twitter).
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write a lot. You’ll keep getting better and won’t make much per book.
Author Websites and Profiles
Melanie Jackson Website
Melanie Jackson Amazon Profile