Interview with Sheila L. Jackson
Author's BIO:
Sheila L. Jackson lives with her family in Shreveport, Louisiana.
She is an anointed speaker, teacher, and writer that utilize her gifts
to carry the Word of God to those in need of spiritual soul food. Sheila
has penned two, inspirational non-fiction books, The Enemy Within and
Through the Eyes of God. She has also written several inspirational and
social articles for a local newspaper and magazine. Mrs. Jackson motto
is: “I want more out of life than just to exist.” For more information
about this author and books, visit her website at www.sheilaljackson2.com.
Q & A with Sheila L. Jackson
How did you become a writer?
It was more spiritual for me. Although I love to read, writing had
never entered my thoughts, until one day, I just believed that I could
and did it. Unlike most writers who knew their calling when they were in
grade school, mine came later for me.
What are you hoping readers take from your book?
That they never allow past issues to cripple their future.
If you were to write a book about a controversial topic, what would it be?
Abortion, it has been a controversial topic for years. Many are still arguing the fact, is the embryo a living being or not.
Are you an avid or occasional reader? If so, what is your favorite genre of books?
Yes, I’ve been a devoted reader since the eighth grade. I love books in multi-genres: Romance, not the sappy kind, suspense/drama, Sci-fi, and inspiration/Christian fiction and non-fiction.
If you could interview one of your favorite authors, who would it be? Why?
ReShonda Tate Billingsley. We met at a book signing that we were both schedule for at different times. She reached out to me first, after hers had ended, which blew my mind. Here I was a newbie and this literary giant came to say that if I ever had any questions, to feel free to contact her. I will never forget that day and pray as I move up the literary ladder that I can make an impressive impact on someone’s life.
If you could make a movie out of one of your books, which one would it be?
Where Was God (Their Hearts Burned to be Together). It has a great storyline, romance, drama, and suspense, all the ingredients that makes a great movie.
Which marketing/promotions or publicity strategy has worked best in your favor?
Social Media has been great, but public speaking and book signings has helped me to come face to face with readers who like the type of books that I write. I’m now, trying to branch out and do a book tour. We will see how it goes.
Which do you like better traditional or self-publishing? Why?
I like traditional publishing better, it alleviates most of the leg work. With self- publishing, everything is all on you. I just don’t want the headache by going that route, but who knows; one day I just might give it a try.
What new projects are you working on?
I’m currently writing my second novel and fine tuning my messages for upcoming women conferences, where I am the keynote speaker.
Where can readers find you?
The readers can locate me at: www.sheilaljackson2.com,
http://www.facebook.com/sheilalj
http://twitter.com/sheilaljackson
https://www.goodreads.com/sheilaljackson
Barnes and Noble
Amazon
Smashwords/ebooks
Kobo/ebooks
That they never allow past issues to cripple their future.
If you were to write a book about a controversial topic, what would it be?
Abortion, it has been a controversial topic for years. Many are still arguing the fact, is the embryo a living being or not.
Are you an avid or occasional reader? If so, what is your favorite genre of books?
Yes, I’ve been a devoted reader since the eighth grade. I love books in multi-genres: Romance, not the sappy kind, suspense/drama, Sci-fi, and inspiration/Christian fiction and non-fiction.
If you could interview one of your favorite authors, who would it be? Why?
ReShonda Tate Billingsley. We met at a book signing that we were both schedule for at different times. She reached out to me first, after hers had ended, which blew my mind. Here I was a newbie and this literary giant came to say that if I ever had any questions, to feel free to contact her. I will never forget that day and pray as I move up the literary ladder that I can make an impressive impact on someone’s life.
If you could make a movie out of one of your books, which one would it be?
Where Was God (Their Hearts Burned to be Together). It has a great storyline, romance, drama, and suspense, all the ingredients that makes a great movie.
Which marketing/promotions or publicity strategy has worked best in your favor?
Social Media has been great, but public speaking and book signings has helped me to come face to face with readers who like the type of books that I write. I’m now, trying to branch out and do a book tour. We will see how it goes.
Which do you like better traditional or self-publishing? Why?
I like traditional publishing better, it alleviates most of the leg work. With self- publishing, everything is all on you. I just don’t want the headache by going that route, but who knows; one day I just might give it a try.
What new projects are you working on?
I’m currently writing my second novel and fine tuning my messages for upcoming women conferences, where I am the keynote speaker.
Where can readers find you?
The readers can locate me at: www.sheilaljackson2.com,
http://www.facebook.com/sheilalj
http://twitter.com/sheilaljackson
https://www.goodreads.com/sheilaljackson
Barnes and Noble
Amazon
Smashwords/ebooks
Kobo/ebooks
About The Book
Where Was God? Fayth Angelica Hope, questioned after the death of
her father. Reared by a mother who could give, Cruella Deville, a run
for her money as, “The Queen of Mean,” Fayth turns her back on the
church, her faith, and love. She believed, no, just and merciful God
would have abandoned her to the harsh brutality of her mother’s iron
fist. Her emotional and spiritual scars run deep, lasting into
adulthood.
As a promising investigative reporter, she decides to change
her name. Her given name of Fayth has more curses attached to it than
blessings. She hopes the switch to Angelica will give her the clean
slate she desires.Assigned to investigate financial advisor Jasion
McCoy, Angelica goes in determined to expose him for embezzlement. She
hopes the story will advance her career as one of the top reporters
across the country. Instantly, there is an attraction. But she hides her
feelings from him. After a series of missteps, broken heartedness, and
rejections in her past, she buries the notion of any man, especially a
man of his caliber, ever loving her. With the evidence stacked against
him, she believes his only interest in her, is to keep from going to
prison.
Top-notch financial advisor Jasion McCoy is in the middle of an
embezzlement scheme. When Angelica Hope shows up in his office, he knows
he’s in trouble. She is one of the hottest investigative reporters in
Port City and now she’s gunning for him. How can Jasion convince her
that he is innocent? And how can he hold back his feeling for the woman
who’s out to do him in?
