5 Easy Questions with Kathi Oram Peterson!

Every Wednesday, I ask a writer the same five easy questions. In an effort to support and promote fellow wordsmiths, I feature authors who write a variety of genres, from sweet inspirational to mainstream thrillers. The writers themselves may be aspiring, published, or best-selling--all have made an impact on my life.


Thank you for joining me in welcoming…Kathi Oram Peterson!

 
I met Kathi through blogging when she began a blog tour for her novel, The Stone Traveler, and I'm so happy that her latest novel River Whispers, an inspirational romantic suspense, was released this month! I'll be sharing information about the book along with her rockin' book trailer after the interview.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Let's get to it!
 
1. Beverage of choice?
 
I'm so boring, but I really like a large glass of water with ice chips. I keep a thermal glass of water on my desk and fill it up at least twice a day. (Probably more, but whose counting?)

2. Any pets?

I have a little Yorkie named Lizzie. She's my little buddy and follows me around the house, sleeps on her pillow under my desk as I work, and becomes very demanding when she thinks she needs a treat. She'll sit beside me and stare to gain my attention. If that doesn't work, she tries groaning. And if that still doesn't work, she barks. That's when I know it's time for a break.

3. Dream vacation?

Hmm. This really depends on the book I'm writing at the time. While I was writing The Stone Traveler I really wanted to go to South America to see the ancient ruins, but I had to fill the need with tons of research. This spring I wanted to go to Alaska while I worked on my book, Raven Spirit. February is not the best time of year to go there unless it's towards the end of the month when everyone is excited for the Iditarod that starts during the first week or two of March. BUT right now, I'd love to travel to Italy. My WIP takes place in Rome, though the story takes place during Augustus Caesar's reign. Wouldn't it be awesome to see the Circus Maximus? Unfortunately it's no longer there, but I'd love to walk the streets and actually check out the catacombs beneath the city. As you can tell my dream vacation is very fickle. I actually wouldn't care where I go on vacation as long as I could take my family.

4. What are you listening to right now?

Rats. If only I'd turned on some music, however, right now I can hear my husband listening to the radio. Some talk show. He stayed home today to go with me to my publishers and pick up River Whispers. They would mail my copies to me, but I like to make a ritual of taking my publisher a box of pastries when I pick up my book. And since they are within an hour's drive from my home, it's worth the trip. I'm so excited. I can hardly wait to hold my baby in my arms.

5. What's for dinner?

Oh my stars! This is very revealing. Hubby and I started Jenny Craig last fall. So far we've both lost over 40 pounds. I have a high school reunion this summer and want to be slender like I was during school (which is impossible, but that doesn't stop me from trying). So on tonight's menu is Jenny Craig's Three Cheese Zita. It's very good. I love Italian food.

Thank you, Kathi, for being my guest today! Your little Lizzie sounds so cute--just like my mini-dachshund Sophie. Sophie is so cuddly and fun, but she can be demanding too. Rome has always been a dream vacay of mine. Oh, how I would love to see all of the history there! And how wonderful that you and your hubby are getting healthy together! Congratulations!

Interested in Kathi's book, River Whispers? Here's the trailer!!




I enjoyed reading River Whispers. Kathi has a knack for writing small town characters and gripping suspense. The heroine Regi has plenty of conflict in her life--including a dead body, an annoying, yet hunky, ex-boyfriend, a business to run, oh, and that pesky little problem of being a murder suspect. Her tenacity and faith work together to convince her to trust the ones who can help her. While Regi's faith rests on the Book of Mormon and mine rests on the Bible, I found the religious journey of the characters uplifting. Most of all, it was heart-warming to watch Regi open her heart to her true love.

Kathi is gving away a slew of prizes on her blog this week. Stop over today for a chance to win a necklace and matching pierced earrings, a "Welcome to the Ranch" plaque, or a small notepad. Be sure to check the rules for winning this week's grand prize, a $50 Amazon gift card!

Kathi Oram Peterson was born and raised in the small town of Rigby, Idaho.
After getting married and having a family, Kathi went back to college and earned her BA in English at the University of Utah. Upon graduation she worked for a curriculum publisher writing and editing concept and biography books for children. However, she always aspired to write stories of adventure in exotic settings, time travel, and true-love romance. She also loves writing nail-biting, edge-of-your-seat suspense. Under the umbrella of inspirational fiction she has seen many of her novels published.
 
To learn more about Kathi's writing, head to her website, her blog Kathi's Writing Nook, be friends with her on Facebook, and follow her on Twitter.

So...what are your weekend plans?

Have a terrific Wednesday!

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