Z. Peabody Interview Published on: 09, Sep 2022
Do you remember the first story you ever read and the impact it had on you?
The first romance novel I read, was “The Captive”, by Johanna Lindsey. That book had a profound effect on me in terms of, the Hero and Heroine were both so strong, and their roles didn’t battle against the other. I was raised by all women, and that impression of the chemistry between those two characters were very impressionable to me, at that time. Reading that book, took me from the far South-Side of Chicago and into a far-off desert land, it was great.
How did your friends and family react to your first book?My family is very proud of me, and I still can’t believe that I’m blessed to be able to self- publish the stories that I create.
How is Christian Romance different from other sub-genres of romance?Well, to me, Christian Romance is a mixture of praising God, and what goes on between a man and woman, of God.
What was the idea that started The Pherson Clan? Did you incorporate the ideas or input of any of your friends or family in any parts of the story?No. Since I first read, “Betrayed” by Beatrice Small, I developed an interest in Scotland. I love the rich history of Scotland. I love to write about the rough Highlands, and the relationships of clan life.
What do you think of "trailers" for books? Do you have a trailer for your books?I think book trailers are a great asset to the promoting and marketing of my books. Yes, I do have a few trailers out, on my Website, and YouTube channel.
What inspired the plot of your book, The Highlander's Loving Heart?I love Scotland, and one day, I hope to visit Scotland. The Highlander’s Loving Heart was birthed because, out of all the plots that I have drafted, none of them touch on the plot of Cillian and Aoife’s.
What's your best social media marketing tip?I don’t know if I have a tip – I just choose one day a week, and go across all my social media platforms, to tweet, blog, or drop a pic or note on Instagram, Pinterest, Amazon Author’ Page, and Verve Romance.
What motivates you to write every day? How do you keep it interesting and from becoming another 9-5 job?I look forward to sitting down, Monday-Friday, for two-hours, to write out, however how many pages of one of my upcoming books. Then, at the end of my work week, Friday, I sit and type out what I’ve written.
What's next for you? What are you working on now?I’m finishing up the second book in the Sawyer Ranch Cowboy Series, Redemption for the Cowboy – and the first book in the Masters of the Cavern Series, His to Honor, due out in 2024.
How has your experience of being associated with All Author been?I’m glad I was referred to All Author. All the tools that are available on the AllAuthor website are very valuable to the promoting and marketing of my brand.
