Interview with Leigh Edbre

Published 2015-05-13.
What's the story behind your latest book?
The book I Will Remember Always was just published. It is a life time story about a couple that have been together for many years. The ups and downs. what they went though to get to the point they are at now,. It reminisces of their life pass. Very touching, kind of a tear jerker, with a bit of adventure. I am also doing the Babble Book 3. These books are my free books. I seem to get a lot of response to these. People see to enjoy them. They have a lot of humor in them . I think that everyone can see themselves in these books. Plus they are very fun to write!!!
What are you working on next?
I'm doing a third Babble Book. I am going to try and do a Babble Book seasonally. I am also working on the fifth Clancy Security Book. I love working on these books. They are so much fun.
Are you saying that the Clancy's series is over?
No. I saying that it will change. I have a second series in mind for the people that work at Clancy's. I have become so attached to them, I would like to keep the series going, only in a different aspect. The first series is now in one book called The Clancy Files. I hope people will find this easier. They will all be in order of the way they were written. Plus they get the lower price if they buy the series this way
What' do you think makes a good read.?
I think a book should first have a good story line. Other than a story line, it should have action, humor and some sex. Put all three of these together with a good story line, you have a very entertaining read.
Why do you want to write books?. Why is it important to you?.
I love writing. Its like sharing a part of yourself will anyone who will read your book. Its important for an author because its a written word. It's your legacy. If just one person can remember you wrote this and wanted to share it with people. It is worth all the work.
What are your five favorite books, and why?
I love to read Janet Evanovich. She is my favorite. I love the Plum series. There are twenty one so far. There are your five plus sixteen more.. She is Funny. Her characters jump off the page.
What do you read for pleasure?
I read first time writers off my nook. If I like them I follow them. Hopefully they have written more.
Now that you have published a few books. Does it get any easier for you?
Just a little easier. I know what to expect now and what they want from me. I am sure I still have a lot to learn. You just keep plugging along. It's a learn as you go experience.
Describe your desk
I have a desk upstairs.. But, I choose to type at the breakfast bar in my kitchen. I love all the interaction. I am not a person that likes to be alone to long. I love the noise and commotion around me.
Where did you grow up, and how did this influence your writing?
I grew up in Bridgeport, NY. A small town in Madison county. I lived by the water. If you wanted to see your friends, you would have to walk down long back roads to get to any ones homes. This would give me plenty of time to talk to myself and think. I would always think of different situation that could happen to me. Choices, choices, choices.
When did you first start writing?
I have been writing for many years. I had never published. I tend to have writers block. I write so far, than it takes me forever to figure out how I am going to get the story to an end. People have been kidnapped for years. They just ride around in the trunk of a car, or locked in a room, just waiting for me to save them.
What motivated you to become an indie author?
My second daughter (D) is always telling me about different sites. She has published three books of her own. I mention (D) quite a bit in my Babble Book. I think she is little me. We think alike.
How has Smashwords contributed to your success?
So Far I am not a success. But, I am working on it. I follow everything that they are telling me. I am inspired to finish my other books and publish. Thank you Smashwords for the push.
What do your fans mean to you?
I don't have any fans. I would love to have some. If they were to e-mail me, I would get back to them in a heartbeat.
Who are your favorite authors?
Janet Evanovich is my al time favorite. I also like Nick Sparks, and James Patterson. How they can put out so many book amazes me. I also enjoy a few e-book authors Lisa Jones and,Elizabeth Reyes.
What inspires you to get out of bed each day?
My Husband. He rarely lets me sleep in.
What is the greatest joy of writing for you?
I love getting into my characters. I never know where they are going until I start writing. It's just as much a surprise to me as it is to my readers
When you're not writing, how do you spend your time?
I have a large family. There is always thingx to do. I am always doing something. Normal family things. Shopping, driving to and from. Sometimes going out to dinner or to the casino for a few hours.
How do you discover the ebooks you read?
I first notice the covers. Than I read the free down load. If it get my interest. I will than read the rest of the book.
Do you remember the first story you ever wrote?
Yes. it was a children's book. Not published. I might re-visit this.
What is your writing process?
I sit, put my hands on the key board and hope something come out. It is important that you write everyday, even if it is only a few words. You do that and once you start you won't be able to stop. You will find yourself up till all hours of the night. Writting
Do you remember the first story you ever read, and the impact it had on you?
Yes. Pearl Harbor. loved it
How do you approach cover design?
Cover art is hard. You really have to rack your brain to come up with something that will reflexed your story. It probably takes more time to draw and photo shop, than to think of the story that is go with.
What book marketing techniques have been most effective for you?
I advertise on Facebook and Twitter. Hopefully the people on these sites will read the books and share my post. Also word of mouth is a good way to let people know what you are doing.
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Books by This Author

I Will Remember Always
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 18,690. Language: English. Published: May 13, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Short stories
After a bad break up with a controlling husband, Mara starts a new life. She meets Gene a hard working, fun loving, caring man that would change her life forever.
The Babble Book 2
Price: Free! Words: 7,280. Language: English. Published: March 20, 2015 . Categories: Nonfiction » Relationships & Family » Emotions, Nonfiction » Entertainment » Humor & satire » Topic / relationships
The Babble Book 2 is based on the thoughts of the author while waiting out the long hard winter in New York this year. Though sometimes it may be more bitching than babbling. The humor is still there, as in everything we do. You just have to look for it.
The Clancy Files
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 82,400. Language: English. Published: January 16, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Adventure » Action, Fiction » Mystery & detective » Short Stories
The Clancy Files are a compilation of all four Clancy Security books from beginning to end. These books are full of action, suspense, love, humor and hard choices, keeping your interest from the first to the last book.
Clancy's Security The Choice
Series: Clancy's Security Files. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 20,190. Language: English. Published: November 9, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Action/adventure, Fiction » Mystery & detective » Short Stories
The Choice is about the choices we all have to make at some point in our lives. They are not always easy. Somehow we figure it out. Hopefully it's the right one. The one that is going to make us happy. Bailey our main character does just that in this last book of the Clancy Security Files Series.
Clancy's Security The Take Down
Series: Clancy's Security Files. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 22,090. Language: English. Published: October 15, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Suspense, Fiction » Romance » Action/adventure
Clancy's Security has hired a new investigator, Chris Morley who is ex FBI. With the help of Bailey, he finds himself in the middle of a Cartel drug ring. Rick tries to keep Bailey from getting involved and finds himself on the outs in their relationship. Bailey feeling Rick is being to controlling. She begins to feel confused when Mick tells her how he feels.
Clancy's Security The Quest for Jenny
Series: Clancy's Security Files. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 22,990. Language: English. Published: August 31, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Adventure » Action, Fiction » Romance » Action/adventure
Clancy's Security team travels to Texas. They need to try and brake up a human trafficking ring that is run by the Cuban Cartel. Bailey and Jenny find themselves in a situation the they may not be able to free themselves from.
Clancy's Security
Series: Clancy's Security Files. Price: Free! Words: 17,090. Language: English. Published: August 2, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Adventure » Action, Fiction » Romance » Action/adventure
The team of Clancy's Security will take you on a ride full of extortion, Kidnapping and dodging bullets. Follow the cold and steamy romance of Bailey Muldoon and Rick Turley.You will come to know an love the team from Clancy's and want to follow them though their many adventures to come.
The Babble Book
Price: Free! Words: 6,170. Language: English. Published: July 6, 2014 . Categories: Nonfiction » Entertainment » Humor & satire » Topic / relationships
The book of babbling, is a book about different memories or thoughts that pop into your mind. i am a babbler. If you read this book, you will find out that you are most likely a babbler too. The mind is a funny thing, You cant control the way you think or what is going to pop into your mind at any given time and place. Sometimes you may think your a little off balance, your not, It's normal.