What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book?
My passion for writing inspired me to write this book. I love developing intriguing plots that draw readers in, keep them guessing, and make them eager to turn the next page. I wanted to tell a story that would hold their attention and stay with them even after they finished reading.
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of your book, what would they be?
“Control”
“I Won’t Back Down”
“Dog Days Are Over”
“The Sound of Silence”
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
Mysteries are my favorite, but I also enjoy reading different genres.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store
The Beekeeper of Aleppo
Ain’t Nobody’s Fool
Yesteryear
The Perfect Murder
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
The last scene, where Maddie tricks the killer into confessing.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
No, but I only write on my Apple iPad.
Do you have a motto, quote or philosophy you live by?
To get up every day and do the best I can.
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
I hope readers remember how much they enjoyed spending time with Maddie Landon—and how her intriguing stories kept them turning pages.
Ellen Shapiro is the author of the new book The Color of Revenge (Maddie Landon Mysteries)
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