Welcome back, Jamie. What is your inspiration
for writing?
This
particular book, The Love Bug, was
inspired by the word of God in Galatians 5:22, 23. As I read that passage one
day my mind imagined characters and how they could live out the nine fruits of
the Spirit. I wrote down the nine titles that day, nearly eighteen years ago.
Since you primarily write children’s books, do
you ever have children read and offer suggestions in the editing process?
Absolutely!
I have nine grandchildren and all of them have had input in the books I’ve had
published this year. My favorite conversation to date is when two of my granddaughters
told me what they loved about my book. Next they had me sit down while they
gently shared their suggestions for correction. It was adorable and great feedback.
What legacy do you hope to leave in your writing
for your children and grandchildren?
Eventually
I would love to leave a few dollars from sales of the books, but mostly just
the laughter, the fun, and getting to read “Grandma’s heart.”
Does your writing make you laugh out loud?
Most
certainly at times. I smile a lot too especially when I see the illustrations
complete.
Aren’t there enough children’s books already out
there?
Absolutely
Not!
Name a children’s book that makes you smile.
Without
question, Clifford, The Big Red Dog.
If a children’s book was written about you, what
would the title be and why?
She Saw It All. I tend to see everything, especially
people. I always notice the person who just walked in a room that no one is
talking to. I notice a family in the distance who are having a disagreement. I
notice children sitting, reading, and playing. I notice when someone is not
themselves. I just see things, and I’m sure it’s a gift from the Lord to notice
especially when people are hurting and try to help.
5 Quick
Answers:
Salt or
Pepper?
My
answer: Pepper
Coffee or
Tea?
My
answer: Coffee
Blue or
Red?
My
answer: Blue
Breakfast
or Dinner?
My answer:
Breakfast for Dinner :-)
Fishing or
Sitting on a Beach?
My answer:
Fishing Every time!
When did you know you would be a writer?
Always I
believe. I’ve always had something to say. (just ask my family and friends) I
journal. I save every card and letter. I have all my high school scrapbooks,
and even a calendar of what took place day by day when I was 17 years old
dating my future husband.
What’s in your heart that hasn’t made it to
paper yet?
A novel
about my grandparents.
I’d love to see you writing that. What would you
like to tell us about the featured book?
The Love
Bug
is a story about a very special lady bug, that has black hearts instead of
black dots on her little body. She gets made fun of by a sassy Bumblebee, and
her mother has the opportunity to teach her about the fruit of the Spirit “love”
from the Bible.
How can readers find you on the Internet?
Website: jamiebryantbooks.com
E-mail: authorjamiebryant@gmail.com
Facebook@jamiebryantbooks
Twitter@readjamiebryant
Instagram@jamiebryantsbooks
Thank you for sharing this new book with us. My great grandson's loved the first one. I'm sure they'll love this one, too.
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