Wanderlust follows a best-selling author and bachelor who buys a home on the beach where he falls in love before having his life turned upside down. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?

While looking through our safe, I found long-forgotten documents giving me custody of my brother and sister-in-law’s children should the unthinkable happen.  They are adults now and thankfully, the documents weren’t needed.  I thought, what if a couple of young professionals were tasked with a few young children? What would happen to their dynamic before they even got to know one another?

What was your process in writing the character’s interactions to develop the bond they have?

I focus on making my characters authentic. I start with a fresh notebook for each story. Once I name a character, I describe physical attributes and make note of their positive traits and flaws. In Erica and Chase, they lacked communication skills. It was my intention, since they were so new to their relationship and when things changed, neither knew how to express it out of fear of the other’s thoughts. I’m a people watcher and often wonder what that person’s story is. This often helps me with characteristics and expressions.

What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?

Family, something neither of them wanted, yet when tragedy thrust into their lives, they embraced it despite the grief.

Loyalty, despite the shallowness of their past relationships, and the difficulties in their relationship, they remained loyal to one another.

What is the next book that you are working on and when will it be available?

The Letter was recently released. The eBook is on KU and the paperback is currently available on Amazon and (Paperback) Browseabout Books.

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