Roslyn Reid Interview Published on: 07, Feb 2022
Where were you born and where do you live now? Which place do you like better and why?
I was born in NJ but I live in Maine now. Maine is a much better place for writers because there is so much support for local talent.
Were you an avid reader as a child? Do you still read books?Yes, I was always in the school library. I still love to read.
How did your friends and family react to your first book?Some were surprised (& some weren’t), some were thrilled, some didn’t react at all.
What was your biggest dream as a child? Did it ever come true?I wanted to become a horse. So far it hasn’t.
What inspired the plot of your first mystery, "A Scandal at Crystalline"?The plot actually came from an episode of the old Alfred Hitchcock Presents show where a woman kills her husband with a frozen leg of lamb & then cooks the evidence & serves it to the cops. I always thought that was quite clever.
How many books do you plan to write in the Early Mystery series?I have at least 2 more in the pipeline, hopefully to be 3.
Who inspired the character of Dr. Spencer Py in "The Spiricom"?Nobody, really. I’m a big supporter of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, so I thought it would be a good idea to have a wheelchair user in the story—it allows me to mention them.
What are some habits that improved the quality of your life significantly?Joining the Authors Guild was a big help! Also learning to negotiate.
Who are some of the lesser known authors you would recommend people to read?When I was a teenager I read a lot of scifi, & my favorite author was Frederic Brown. He deserves more attention than he gets.
Do you believe in paranormal activities? Have you ever experienced any paranormal activity?Oh yes! MY BFF & I once saw a ghost car together. That was probably the creepiest incident.
How has being a member of the Author's Guild helped you in your writing career?Their website is a vast knowledge base & is full of people ready to help. Even with weird situations you’d think never happened to anybody else.
What are the challenges of being an award-winning author?So far, only remembering to mention it in my publicity campaigns!
What is the most important stuff when you go hiking?Know your limits. Don’t go hiking 5 mile trails if you tire easily. Take navigational aids with you, such as a map, GPS, & compass, to keep from getting lost. (Cellphones don’t always work in the woods. And always make sure somebody knows where you are, when you left, & when you expect to be back!
What are you currently working on? May we know when we can expect a new book?I’m about halfway thru the 3rd book in the Early Mysteries series. I’m also working on a couple of non-Early books & shopping a short story around.
What are your thoughts on AllAuthor? Is this a website you see yourself using for sometime even in the future?It’s a great alternative to a dedicated author website. I’ve been recommending it as such. The support is fantastic, & I think with a few tweaks it would be perfect.
