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The Interview - Joy Gerken pen name Joy M. Lilley

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What inspired you to start writing?

Retirment.

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How do you develop your characters?

Slowly and with great care.

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What do you hope readers take away from your books?

I hope they enjoy my work and occassionally take something helpful away.

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Have you ever based a character on someone you know?

Interestingly No.

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What’s the best fan interaction you’ve ever had?

My family and close friends.

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Do you prefer writing standalone books or series?

Stand alone.

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How do you come up with your book titles?

That is difficult. I usually read somthing after finishing the story that fits,then add the title.