When Love Feels Like A Pocket Full Of Snails!
For under a $1, this book is not only an absolute bargain, it is also a downright gem of a story!
Book Description from Amazon:
Bella
MacDonald is a wannabe hairdresser to the stars. She has her head in the clouds
and a fistful of notes and, after feeling abandoned by everyone she loves, she
decides that it’s now or never. Bella takes the plunge and jets off (well,
chugs off) to a life in France, but mishaps ensue, as she is faced with a sexy
farmer and his animals. Will she ever find true love and happiness? Will she
return to England and Franco’s salon? And, will Mrs Humphries remember to take
her glaucoma medication?
What inspired you to start writing, and when?
What inspired you to start writing, and when?
I remember continuously writing stories when I was a small child – in
fact, I was probably a little obsessive - and I couldn’t go to sleep without
reading a book, which I’d stuff under my pillow for safekeeping, but I always
thought that writing could only be a hobby and that I had to earn money through
a ‘serious career.’ In the past, I’ve had articles published in newspapers,
online, etc. but three or four years ago I became aware of the indie book
market and began looking into publishing that way. At this point, my husband
had no idea when he went to sleep on a night, I stayed up writing – he thought
I was gossiping on social media… the cheek of it! I spent about three months
planning the idea for a novel, and then a further six months drafting and
re-drafting it - that turned into ‘Love, Life & Cream Cakes!’
How many books have you written? If more than one, are any a
series…or trilogy?
I have four books published and available to download through Amazon at
the moment. They are not part of a series, although one character does crop up
in more than one. However, I’m working on a new novel at the moment, called
‘Rose Blood,’ and I’m hoping that this will be part of a YA trilogy.
Tell us a little about your book. ‘When Love Feels Like A Pocket Full Of
Snails’ is a romantic comedy set in France. I have close connections with
France and love the way of life over there. We were on holiday a couple of
years ago and I took a photo of my niece, which then triggered off the idea for
the book. It’s meant to be a light-hearted read that you can enjoy with a cuppa
and a biscuit… or in my case, a packet!
Do you have plans for a new book? I do. As mentioned, I’m currently
working on Rose Blood and this is a departure from the genre that I usually
write it, but I’m enjoying the challenge.
Is there an Author that you would really like to meet? Kerry Fisher.
She’s the author of ‘The School Gate Survival Guide’ and I love her sense of
humour and style of writing – it doesn’t hurt my brain!
Do you plot or write by the seat of your pants? I would say that I’m probably a loose planner. I like to jot down an idea and then make notes as I go along, outlining each chapter, but the notes I produce for my stories could probably fit onto a single sheet of A4.
Did you have an editor edit your books? Rose Blood, due out 2015, is being professionally edited at the moment, which is why I am super excited about this project.
Do you plot or write by the seat of your pants? I would say that I’m probably a loose planner. I like to jot down an idea and then make notes as I go along, outlining each chapter, but the notes I produce for my stories could probably fit onto a single sheet of A4.
Did you have an editor edit your books? Rose Blood, due out 2015, is being professionally edited at the moment, which is why I am super excited about this project.
Do you prefer ebooks, paperbacks or hardcover? Paperbacks for their feel
and smell, but ebooks for convenience.
Are you a self- published (Indie) Author? Yes, and I love the feeling of
control that comes with it. I am, without doubt, a control freak and love to
work at my own pace, which indie allows.
What books would you like to read again? All of Catherine Cookson’s. My
mum turned me into a fan of Catherine Cookson when I was about eight, and the
more I think about it, the more I think she is to blame for my obsession with
writing and books.
What book are you currently reading and in what format
(ebook/paperback/hardcover)? ‘The Key to Erebus (Les Corbeaux: The French
Vampire Legend)’ by Emma V Leech and Roisin O’Connor. I’m only three chapters
in, but it’s a pretty pleasant read so far - nice images, easy language, etc.
Who designed the cover of your book?
I design all of my own book covers. I either take the photographs for
them myself, or (in the case of ‘Love, Life & Cream Cakes!’) draw the
images I need. Again, I like to be in control of this element, but also I love
learning new skills and crawling out of my comfort zone.
Do you find yourself intrigued by the cover of a book enough to buy
it?
Yes, covers are my weakness. I regularly buy books based upon whether
the cover grabs my attention because I am a highly visual person.
Do you have any advice for other writers starting out?
Don’t rush in. It’s so easy to publish nowadays, but because of this
it’s possible to find yourself a little trigger happy to click ‘publish’ when
your book may not actually be ready for market. I think many indie authors (me,
for sure) have fallen for this temptation.
Do you ever write in your PJ’s? Always!
What are your pet peeves? Wet bread!
Pick one - Wine, Chocolate or shoes? Chocolate – no contest!
Cats or dogs? No! Too hard. I have both and love them all equally. I’m probably more in tune with cats, if I’m being totally honest, but that doesn’t stop me adoring dogs.
What is your favorite food and beverage? Mint choc chip ice-cream… I can eat it by the truckload.
Pick one - Wine, Chocolate or shoes? Chocolate – no contest!
Cats or dogs? No! Too hard. I have both and love them all equally. I’m probably more in tune with cats, if I’m being totally honest, but that doesn’t stop me adoring dogs.
What is your favorite food and beverage? Mint choc chip ice-cream… I can eat it by the truckload.
How many hours per day do you try to devote to research and writing?
Probably 4 hours when working alongside the day job, but that goes up to 10 hours
on weekends and during holidays.
Sleep in or get up early? Sleep in.
Laptop or desktop for writing? Laptop.
Where and when do you prefer to do your writing? In the home office at
night.
List 3 of your favorite movies? Don’t judge me! ‘National Lampoon’s
Christmas Vacation,’ ‘Highlander’ and ‘Carry on Camping.’
Sex, Lies & Corned Beef Pies!
Where can your readers stalk you? Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GeorginaRamseyAuthor
Or Twitter: @GeorginaBRamsey
Is your book in Print, ebook or both? At the moment they are only
available as ebooks, but Rose Blood will be available in both.
Do you give free ebooks away in exchange for honest reviews? I most
certainly do.
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I love your titles Georgina, they are brilliant and the blurbs sound good too. I have added both to my to read list. Thank's for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHi Joss, thank you so much for the lovely comment :-) You've made my day x
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