Tonya Blessing interview

AUTHOR INTERVIEW


When did your love of books begin?

I can’t remember not loving books. When I was a little girl, before I could even read, my dad had a subscription to National Geographic. When the magazine arrived in the mail, I spent hours looking at the pictures and pretending that I could read and understand the distant lands and people groups described. 


When did you start to have the wish to become an author?

In middle school, I wrote a short story and was hooked on written story telling. 


How have you found the process for becoming an author?

Writing is a dream, but the process of editing, publishing, marketing, etc. is challenging. I love telling redemptive stories mainly about women but getting the stories in their hands and then their hearts takes work. 


What would you say to those wanting to become an author?

I would tell them that the journey is a wild ride – climb aboard, buckle in and soar with the eagles.


Tell us about your book/books:

The novel Whispering of the Willows is set during the late 1920’s in Appalachia. Life is hard for Emie. There are those in the holler who do not have her best interests in mind. Including her father, who wants to sell Emie into an abusive marriage. Will Emie be able to escape and find redemption?

Although the novel Melody of the Mulberries is a sequel to Whispering of the Willows, it can also be read as a stand alone book. Set in the late 1920’s in Appalachia, women face limited opportunities and resources. Coral wants to move to Charleston. She is on a mission, but her family does not understand. Adventure awaits this quiet yet determined young woman. Will she fulfil her heart’s purpose?

Soothing Rain is a women’s devotional. The book includes 52 short story/inspiring devotions with thought provoking questions. The book is also a great teaching platform for faith-based speakers.


What do you love about the writing/reading community?

Writers and readers share a heart for the written word. When engaging with one another creativity flows, heart issues flair, and ferocious and fanciful words are shared. 


If you could say anything to your readers what would it be?

Be inspired. 


Where can people connect with you?

christonyablessing@gmail.com

www.tonyajewelblessing.com


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