Fiction Scribe

Hello and welcome to Fiction Scribe Ms. Stacy-Deanne!

Thanks for having me! I’m honored and I am a fan of the site!

What are five words you feel define you as a person?

Kind, loving, sensitive, talented, dreamer

Tell us briefly about your books.

My first book, “Divas of the New Millennium” was published in 2005. It’s a compilation, biography music book showcasing some of today’s hottest female singers.

My second is the novel “Everlasting” published in 2007 by Simon and Schuster. It’s the Romeo and Juliet of today centering on two Latino teens falling in love despite their families being connected to rival gangs.

My third is “Melody” (2008) is a mystery/suspense and thriller about a young woman who sets out to prove that her sister’s new boyfriend is dangerous. Simon and Schuster also published it also.

Why write? What does creative writing mean to you?

I write because I have to. It means everything to me. Writing is who I am. It’s my entire world. If I didn’t write I might as well not be on this earth.

When/where do you write best? What is your ideal environment?

I write in my den. That’s the best place for me and where my computer is, LOL! The environment is messy around my station because I have all my papers and notes everywhere. But that’s how I like it!

What would you say is the most difficult thing about being a writer?

That once you’re published and have obtained readers and recognition, your work is open to any and everybody to be criticized or loved.

What would you like writers to take away from reading your books?

I’d like them to see that I am a writer who does not compromise my style or my beliefs. I stand by my writing and would not sell out any of my ideas for anything. I think all aspiring writers should never be ashamed to be themselves and not think they must write like someone else. Being unique, as well as talented is the key.

If you could pick any author to collaborate with, who would it be?

Kay Hooper! She’s my favorite author.

Do you have any interesting writing habits/quirks?

I guess a habit would be that I like to write mainly in the wee hours of the morning. It’s best for me because this is when everyone’s in bed and it’s so quiet.

Do you have any advice for aspiring writers out there?

Develop a VERY thick skin, research the industry and realize that writing the book is only a small part of becoming a published author.

When you’re not writing, what are you doing?

I’m a homebody and I write-full time so usually I’m always writing. I stay around the house. When I’m not writing, I’m watching television, brainstorming about book ideas, reading, searching the net or listening to music.

Is there anything else you would like to share with the readers here?

I would like anyone who hasn’t read my work to read it! LOL! I would like my current fans to know that the detectives in “Melody” are getting their own series so look out!

Thank you very much for coming by this blog. I wish you great success.

Thanks so much for having me!

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