Goodreads asked Debbie Shannon:

How do you get inspired to write?

Debbie Shannon I wrote a lot when I was young. I spent twenty years acting in films and TV shows, and was so disappointed at the roles I was offered. I took a night class, creative writing 101 at Broward Community College in between filming my Travel Channel show. The teacher recommended that I apply to Florida International University. Their masters program is one of the best in the country. I applied, never thinking I'd get in (they only accept 8 people a years!) When I was accepted, I knew it was a sign that I was meant to learn the craft and tell my stories full time.

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