Thank you for being with us today, Vannetta!!! How long have you known you wanted to be an author?
Only since I started my master's degree, when I was 36 years old. I've ALWAYS been a reader though ... always had a book in my hand.
Can you tell me a little bit about your newest book?
Sure! It's an Amish murder mystery, but more than that it's a story about the difference between casual friends and real friends and why we need both in our lives.
In the Amish community of Shipshewana, two women—one Amish, one English—reluctantly join forces for a short-term business venture. Neither is looking for friendship, but when the town's newspaper editor is murdered, and an unexpected prime suspect is identified, the women form an unlikely alliance to solve the mystery.
When a reader gets done with your book, what do you want them to come away with?
The knowledge that we can all find that sort of friendship, no matter where we are in our lives or where we live. God wants that sort of relationship in our life.
Is there a place you have always wanted to visit? A vacation spot, historical monument, overseas, etc?
I'm a travel bug, so I like to travel everywhere.
If you could have dinner with 2 people, who would they be?
my dad and my mom (dad passed about 14 years ago)
What one event would you love to be at? Historical or future?
Hmmm ... I'm going with historical. My grandfather was Native American, and I'd love to have been there when he was born, in his community.
Do you have a favorite hobby?
Lots! I hike, garden, sew, kayak ... : )
Is there something about you most people wouldn't know?
I'm afraid of tall bridges ...
Do you have any suggestions for the aspiring writer?
Write, write, write ... then when you're tired read, read, read.
Any last thoughts for your readers?
I'd like to thank all the fabulous people who have given this new writer a chance. It's been amazing the mail I've received and the folks who have driven long distances to have books signed. Readers are amazing!
And how can they connect with you?
They can find me through my webpage (www.VannettaChapman.com) or on facebook (www.facebook.com/VannettaChapmanBooks). Also I post to my blog 3 times a week (vannettachapman.wordpress.com).
So, I told you it sounded interesting, didn't I? An Amish murder mystery? Now another thing I enjoyed is that is is in Shipshewana. Anyone else heard of this town? I can't wait to receive a copy of this book as my gift;) I would urge you to go out and get a copy for your friends and family members but one of you will be able to get it from my blog here. One winner will receive a copy of Vannetta's book, Falling to Pieces.
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