interview with Denise Jaden--win a copy of her book AND an ARC of The Mockingbirds

Today, I'm chatting with Denise Jaden about her book, Losing Faith




Me: Tell us about your book in ten words or less!

Denise: A sister's death and a terrible secret.


Me: What's the best writing advice you've ever been given?

Denise: My favorite advice comes from one Sydney Salter, who once told
me never to compare myself, my writing, or my publishing journey with
others. I wholeheartedly agree! Comparing can make you crazy!


Me: What do you wish you'd known about being published/publishing before
your book/first book came out?

Denise: How most things don't happen when they are "supposed" to. Revision letters may not be in or books aren't in stores or reviews are delayed. I thought I'd gotten pretty skilled at the waiting game during the query process but I guess not good enough!


Me: What's the last book you read that you loved so much you had to tell
everyone about it?

Denise: The Sky is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson. So beautiful and heart-wrenching and poetic.


Me: So, I hear you have something to give away...

Denise: I do! I have one copy of Saving Faith to give away (US addys only, please)


Me: Random Bonus Question: What's your favorite salad dressing?

Denise: A local restaurant makes and bottles their own Greek dressing and it is
definitely my favorite. It's called Rendezvous Dressing.


So, Denise is giving away a copy of Saving Faith (thank you, Denise!) and one of the winners of the ARC of The Mockingbirds never claimed it, so that's up for grabs as well!

To win both of these books, all you need is a US addy and to leave a comment telling me what your favorite part of Thanksgiving is by midnight EST this Friday, November 19th--and, as always, don't forget to leave a way for me to contact you!