Interview

What book(s) have you written?

• Mona’s Scrapbook Adventure

When did you first realize you wanted to be an author?

I wrote the book over 13 years ago!

How long did it take you to write your book(s)?

Over a few days 

What is your work schedule like when you're writing?

With two kids, very busy!

What would you say is your interesting writing quirk?

I research endlessly
 

Where do you get your information or ideas for your books?

From my life!

What do you like to do when you're not writing?

Traveling!

What does your family think of your writing?

They loved my book and have been very supportive

What was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books?

How much editing is involved  

Do you have any suggestions to help people become a better writer? If so, what are they?

Try your best to put your best mind to it 

What do you think makes a good story?

Anything can be a good story as long as you know how to narrate it

As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up?

Veterinarian

What is your favorite book?

For children, its the ilyas and duck series  

Where do you live?

USA

Fun Facts

Please share 10 Random facts about yourself for your readers!

1. I grew up in NY
2. I am a type 1 diabetic since I was 5
3. I studied Occupational therapy
4. My two kids inspired me to get my book published
5. I love traveling
6. I love cheesecake
7. I love cats
8. I created the first children's book in the US with Algerian characters