Today we welcome Melanie D. Snitker to my blog. Melanie, tell us about the
book – a brief blurb:
Finding Grace is the
sixth and last book in the Love’s Compass series. For Tyler, falling in love is
a risk he shouldn’t take. Too bad chance encounters and his stubborn heart keep
trying to convince him otherwise. After
escaping a nightmarish relationship, Beth Davenport is content with her safe
and blessedly normal life. Yet something about Tyler and his adorable daughter
makes her wish for more. Can they let go of their fear and trust God to lead
them to the love they desperately need?
Do you read your
reviews? Do you respond to them, good or bad? Do you have any advice on how to
deal with the bad?
I do scan through my reviews on Amazon, but rarely look at
them on Goodreads. I never respond to a review, though, whether it’s good or
bad. There have been some bad reviews that stung, but I try to remember that
even the great books out there-the classics-have received their fair share of horrible
reviews. As with everything else, bad always comes with the good. I find the
easiest way to deal with them is to just scan the reviews once a week or less,
rather than stalking them every day.
If you had to choose,
which writer would you consider a mentor?
There are a number of authors that have helped me over the
last four years. It’s nearly impossible to choose just one person, but if I had
to, I would say Victorine E. Lieske. Her advice on book covers, writing to my
genre, and promotional tips have been incredibly helpful!
What book are you
reading now?
I just finished Shanna Hatfield’s latest book, Chasing Christmas, this morning. It was
a great story that kept me up reading way too late (or should I say early). LOL
I love all her books, and this newest title didn’t disappoint!
What books have most
influenced your life most?
This is a hard one for me because the answer varies. When I
was a child, the Narnia series inspired imagination. As a teen, the Zion
Chronicles by Bodie Thoene captured my attention, and I couldn’t get enough of
those books. Finally, it was reading books by Lori Wick and Janette Oke that
inspired me to write inspirational romance novels.
Who is your favorite
author and what is it that really strikes you about their work?
Lori Wick is my favorite author. I love everything about her
stories! They combine the best of romance, humor, detailed storylines, and
well-developed characters. Every time I read one of her books, it inspires me
to write better. While I’ve enjoyed all of her books, The Princess and the Royal Wedding Series are my favorites.
Are there any new
authors that have grasped your interest?
I don’t know about new, but I also enjoy reading books from
Karen Witemeyer, Crystal Walton, Katy Huth Jones, and so many more!
If you didn't like
writing books, what would you do for a living?
I would probably be doing some kind of graphics work or
honing my photography skills. Thankfully, between God’s graces and my husband’s
support, I’m able to do exactly what I’ve always wanted to do: Stay at home
with our two kids, homeschool them, and write in my spare time.
Can you share a
little of your current work with us?
I am in the editing process for Finding Grace. Tyler and Beth’s story was so much fun to write. It
also gave me the opportunity to visit with previous characters in the series,
give some updates, and tie up a few loose ends. It’s also been a bittersweet
experience as I say goodbye to these characters that have been a huge part of
my life for nearly three years now.
I also have another book, Marrying Mandy, that is a contemporary marriage of convenience
story. It’ll be out early this winter.
I’m only now starting to outline my next project, so I don’t
have much to share on that yet.
What book do you wish
you could have written?
I would have to say The
Hobbit and Lord of the Rings. I know,
that’s more than one book, but you can’t really have any one of them without
the others!
Share your bio, links
for social media and to buy:
Melanie D.
Snitker has enjoyed writing fiction for as long as she can remember. She
started out creating episodes of cartoon shows she wanted to see as a child,
and her love of writing grew from there. She and her husband live in Texas with
their two children, who keep their lives full of adventure, and two dogs, who
add a dash of mischief to the family dynamics. In
her spare time, Melanie enjoys photography, reading, crocheting, baking, and
hanging out with family and friends.
Direct link to the
Love’s Compass Series:
2 comments:
Thanks so much for the chance to be on your blog, Laura. I enjoyed visiting with you! God bless!
Thank you for the interview with Melanie D. Snitker.
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