Welcome back,
Kimberly. Why did you become an author?
I became an author because I love to write.
After writing a short novel, I was encouraged by friends and family to pursue
publication. It took six years of learning how to write and writing multiple
stories before I was offered my first book contract in 2012, but I reached my
goal.
I don't know if I've ever told you that my middle name is Rose. I was Lena Rose Nelson before I married. If you weren’t an author, what would be
your dream job?
As a young
person I had three things I wanted to do, be a famous singer, teach piano, and
be a spy. Lol. I ended up teaching piano lessons for most of my adult life.
If you could have lived at another time in
history, what would it be and why?
I wish I
could leap through time and visit several time periods! Perhaps the roaring
20’s would be a good place to start. I loved the clothes and music of that
time.
What place in the United States
have you not visited that you would like to?
There are so
many places I would like to see. I’ll start New York City at Christmas because I want to
see all the window displays and Broadway shows. I’d also love to go to Main in the summer or fall because it looks so beautiful
there. I’ve never been to the Grand Canyon and
would enjoy seeing that as well. There are quite a few more places, but I don’t
want to bore you. J
How about a foreign country you hope to
visit?
Again, there
are quite a few but to make it simple I’d like to pretty much see all of Europe . My husband and I are tossing around the idea of
taking a river cruise there someday.
I love watching the river cruise in Europe
ads. That does look like a wonderful vacation. What lesson has the Lord taught
you recently?
I was
stressing over my work in progress not long ago. He reminded me to trust Him,
and that I will know the words to write when I need them.
An
Encore for Estelle is the second book in my Melodies of Love series.
Each of the books in this series focuses on one form of the arts. Estelle is an
actress and volunteers at the children’s theater.
A former A-list actress seeks to redeem
herself in the most unlikely of places—a children’s theater. A guilt-ridden
writer/director didn’t anticipate a famous actress would ever show interest in
his musical, much less him. Will their pasts pull them apart or join them
together?
Please give us the first page of the book.
Estelle Rogers
willed her galloping heart to slow. Why had she come back to Oak Knoll, Oregon ? It wasn’t like
the people here had welcomed her with open arms six years ago. But that was
then. Things were different now. Helen Wood had invited her for a visit over
the summer, and she could never say no to the one woman who’d accepted her in
spite of her flaws. Besides, she needed time away to think about her future. Estelle squared her shoulders, raised
a hand, and pressed the doorbell beside the farmhouse door.
The door
flung open. “You’re here!” Helen’s smile lit her eyes.
Estelle
blinked. Helen looked like a young Mary Tyler Moore—she looked amazing. Could
this be the same woman she’d grown close to all those years ago? Granted when
she’d last seen Helen, she’d been recovering from a stroke, but a different
woman stood before her now. The rosy-cheeked brunette looked fifteen years
younger than her fifty-five years. “You look amazing.”
Helen blushed
and waved a hand in front of her face. “Derek sent me on a spa vacation. You
should try one. You’d love it.”
The mention
of her one-time boyfriend didn’t affect her like it used to. Helen’s son was now
happily married, and she adored his wife, Kayla. “If I didn’t know better, I’d
say you’re hinting that I need a makeover.”
The older
woman shrugged. “Not at all. You look lovely as usual.” She stepped back,
opening the door wider. “Come in. I can’t believe you’re actually here. I was
afraid you might change your mind.”
“How silly
would I be to do something like that?” If Helen only knew how many times she
had almost cancelled the trip. But she would never reveal that to her dear
friend.
Helen looped
her arm through Estelle’s. “I prepared lunch for us in the garden.”
“I love your
garden. It’s so serene. I’m glad the weather is cooperating today. I’ve noticed
you’ve had a lot of rain lately.”
“We have, but
summer doesn’t usually start here until July. Welcome back to Oregon .” She chuckled. “I remember how much
you enjoyed my garden the last time you were here, so I’ve been praying the
weather would cooperate.”
Of course she
had. Helen was like that—she had no qualms about asking the Lord for a sunny
day.
“You’ll be
staying in the guest cottage while you’re here.”
Estelle
stilled. “I thought your . . .” What does one call a man who works around the
farm doing odd jobs? “handyman—”
“His name is
Blake, and he moved into the barn so you could have the cottage.”
I’m eager to read the rest of the book. How
can readers find you on the Internet?
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25 comments:
Hi Lena! Thanks for hosting me on your wonderful blog.
Enjoyed the interview. I loved An Encore for Estelle.
This sounds like a very interesting and gripping book. Would love to win a copy.
Hi, Ann! It's great to see you here.
Hi, Vivian. Good luck. It's also on sale right now for 99 cents.
Lena, I didn't know your middle name is Rose. Very cool.
I love Kimberly's books. I am looking forward to reading this one. Love the cover!
Beth in Montana
Hi, Lena. I have missed you for a few weeks. One day your emails mysteriously stopped coming to my inbox. I just checked and it was May 6. I don't know what happened but I took steps yesterday to resume receiving them. I'm glad I did. I enjoyed this interview with Kimberly. Her books are very good. I would love to win this one. Edward A in VA
Thanks, Beth! I hope you enjoy the book. What part of Montana are you in?
Thanks for stopping by, Edward! It's great to see you here. I'm glad you enjoyed the interview. :)
This sounds like a wonderful book. Thanks for the interview.
Kimberly, I have a granddaughter named Annika Rose Johnson!
Winnie T. from Utah
Hi, Winnie! I have a niece named Annika. :)
I would love to read this one! Thank you for the opportunity.
Melanie Backus, TX
Good luck, Melanie!
Sounds like a good book that I would want to read. jtandviv@q.com
Would love to win.
Lourdes Long Island, NY
Thanks for stopping by, Lourdes.
This sounds so good! Thanks for sharing.
Blessings,
Connie from KY
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Hi, Connie. I'm glad you think it sounds good. Blessings,Kimberly
Enter me in your awesome giveaway!!
Conway SC.
There's nothing like being accepted and welcomed in spite of your flaws.
Sabrina in Utah
So true, Sabrina!
I like your idea about leaping through time and visiting several different time periods! Enjoyed the interview and first page of the book.
Beth from IA
Hi Beth, wouldn't it be fun to leap through time? I've always enjoyed those kind of stories too. :)
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