Posted by Please welcome the lovely and upbeat Kristy Jo Volchko, a multi-genre author, poet, and creator of the children’s adventure series Cackleberry Creek. (Kristy and I hit it off immediately, both being from my beloved hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.)
Q. Hi Kristy! Please tell us a little bit about yourself and your books.
A. Throughout my life I’ve had a wide variety of ‘careers’ and interests. However, the one thing that’s remained constant, from as far back as I can remember, is writing. Poetry, songs, jingles, short stories, letters, journaling- it’s always been part of my daily routine, like eating or breathing.
It was when my son left for Army training in 2009 that I began writing full time (best cure for empty nest). Ghost writing and guest blogging still left me hungry, so I ditched the French & belly dancing classes at CCAC (really) for a creative writing course.
Q. Tell us something about your greatest success.
A. When I lay my head down at night (or early morning), with a heart full of genuine gratitude, contentment, and joy, that’s my success. I’m the happiest I’ve ever been and that’s a wonderful realization.
Q. What has been your biggest challenge?
A. Besides being grammatically challenged? I could fill a book with my challenges…but I’ll keep it light. I’d say commas, over-thinking, and good ole eye strain. Oh, and time…there simply isn’t enough.
Q. I’m right there with you on all of those things, unfortunately! What future plans do you have for your writing?
A. Promoting literacy and providing educational resources to those without access will always be a priority. This year my goal is to publish more in my name instead of under pseudonyms. Also, I’ve been working on doing my own illustrations. So far, they look nuts.
Operation Scrub-A-Dub Skunk
Davy Frog’s surprise birthday bash is a huge hit and everyone on the farm is there to celebrate! On the way to the party Lulu meets a lonesome critter and invites him to join the fun. Siggy is funky, spunky, but unfortunately a bit too skunky! No matter how funny or sweet he is, no one seems to want him around. Lulu and her pals are determined to help Siggy get rid of his bad odor and change his life for the better! Will Operation Scrub-A-Dub Skunk be a success? Or will this bunch learn some valuable lessons about compassion, compromise, and acceptance of each others’ differences? A charmingly funny tale about friendship and compromise.
Q. Where can people keep up with you and buy your books?
A. Thanks for asking! For more information, you can find me at these links:
Purchase link for Operation Scrub-A-Dub Skunk
Purchase link for the other books in the series
Web site: http://www.kristyjovolchko.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KristyJoVolchko
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krizmiz33
Amazon Author Central Page:
https://www.amazon.com/Kristy-Jo-Volchko/e/B00BGCZGQY/
Blog: https://kristyjovolchko.wordpress.com
Please follow Kristy on social media and give her a Like or two!
Thanks for reading!
~Shana
I’ve just sent your blog to a friend of mine interested in writing children’s book. I think it will be good inspiration.
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Wonderful – I hope so! Thanks for the note!
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Enjoyed the Q&A, Shana- thank you for including me in your lovely blog! Looking forward to reading your future posts. #LoveThisBlog #LoveYourBooks #GoodStuff
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Great interview of Kristy, Shana! Best of luck to both of you with your writing adventures!! :))
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Thanks so much, Jill!
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Thank you, Jill~ Appreciate you taking the time to check it out! Have a great week~ ☀️
Kristy J. Volchko
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