How an Author can use Pinterest

Somebody way back when (okay, not THAT long ago) suggested that writers/authors should have an active Pinterest account. Okay, I thought, I'll do just that. So, I opened one, accumulated a few pins about the outdoors, traveling, hobbies, etc. But what the heck good is this doing for my writing career? I asked myself.

Then one day I stumbled upon a blog post by an author (whose name, regretfully, I can't recall). She (that much I DO remember!) said in order to give "life" to her books and characters, she used Pinterest to post photos/events/signs, etc., that illustrated her books, their plots, scenes, characters, etc., etc.

The proverbial light bulb flashed on! Hey, what at nifty idea! So, I visited my Pinterest page and created a new board for my "Mac McClellan Mystery Series." I spent several fun hours searching the web for photos and other stuff (all in the public domain, of course -- I hope!) that illustrated various scenes and locations from my "Mac" mysteries, both published and yet-to-be published. Here's the URL:

http://www.pinterest.com/emhelms63/

Take a few minutes to go there and browse through my "Mac" board. If you're a writer/author, you might pick up some ideas. If you're a reader, it might stir your interest, especially if you've read any of Mac McClellan's adventures (or, misadventures, as some might say). Give a try. It's fun!