When you see Lauryn Abbott’s sunflower blog header, you’ll know what kind of a person she is – upbeat, friendly, and about the most positive person you’ll ever meet. I first met her at my local ACFW group when I gave her a copy of my novel. She’d won it by posting a comment on KM Wilsher’s blog. Small world.
She’s a stay-at-home mom and an aspiring writer. In her author bio, she says, “It is my desire to write what God leads me to write and go where God leads me to go. The material that I write may be encouraging, funny, informative, fiction or non-fiction. I hope you enjoy what you find and pass it along to others. In any good that I do, I give the glory to God.”
You can find her at Seed Thoughts.
MG: What was the catalyst to get you started in your writing?
LA: Ever since I can remember, reading has been a passion for me. Writing just seemed to be a naturaly progression.
MG: How long have you been writing?
LA: I really got started in high school. It began with me and a notebook. When I took a Creative Writing class, I really thrived and found that this is where I fit in.
MG: How often do you write? Do you have a routine?
LA: Unfortunately, not as much as I'd like. I have a toddler who keeps me running. But I do get to it at least a couple of times per week.
MG: What kind of stories do you tell?
LA: Mostly, Christian contemporary.
MG: Do you have any other pursuits besides writing?
LA: I read a lot, and do many book reviews.
MG: Do you have a favorite author and or genre that you read?
LA: Not one specific. For author's I really love Brandilyn Collins, Nicholas Sparks, and I never get tired of Laura Ingall's Wilder or Louisa May Alcott. For genre, I'd have to say my preferences are suspense, contemporary and historical. I have no interest in horror or erotic.
MG: If you could keep only two writing books, what would they be and why?
LA: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Grammar and Style (because I need all the help I can get) and The Elements of Style (it's a wonderful classic).
MG: If you could visit only two writing blogs, what would they be?
LA: Rachelle Gardner's Rant's & Ramblings because she's the best! And Camy Tang's Story Sensei because she offers tons of great information and I just really enjoy her blog.
MG: Why did you decide to pursue publishing?
LA: Writing is my passion
MG: What has been the most difficult aspect of trying to get published?
LA: Right now I'm just writing as much as possible. I hope to work toward publication next year.
MG: What one piece of advice would you give other writers, either about writing or about seeking publication?
LA: Follow your passion and the promptings Lord. Strive to be moldable, develop thick skin and don't stop learning. Be patient and if it's your dream, don't give up.
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