About

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It shouldn't be that hard to sit and write something about myself. And yet, for some reason, it is.

It's strange, really. I'm able to create characters who feel as real as I am, but when it comes to writing something about myself—I freeze. Why is that?

I guess I could tell you that I'm the youngest of five children and was born and raised in a small town in Virginia where everyone knew everyone else. I could tell you that it wasn't until I went out west for college that I realized for the first time in my life that I had an accent. An accent? Me?

I could even tell you how I met my husband in college and we now have five amazing boys. Yep, you read that correctly—five.

But does all that really sum up who I am? Not really, but it gives you an idea of where I came from and how crazy my days are!

But the truth is—I'm a writer. And like most writers, I love to read, and I love to bring worlds to life through my words. Through my stories.

There was a time in my life when my days were spent cleaning up slop off the floor and changing messy diapers, but now, those days are few and far between. There was a time when there was NO time for pleasure reading, and I was lucky if I could manage to scrape in a few measly writing minutes every few months.

But now, things are different. My kids are getting older and I have time to write. Thank goodness, or else my publisher would not be very happy with me!

Some of my other favorite things (other than reading and writing) include: chocolate, music, sunsets, dancing (including Just Dance—anyone want to challenge me?), design, scarves, pillows (that would be the decorative kind, not the kind you sleep on. Yeah, I kind of have an obsession—just ask my husband. Poor man.) I love to laugh and spend time with my family (we like to watch movies together). And if I had to choose between the mountains or the beach, I'd choose the beach every time.

Well, that's me. Thanks for stopping by!


You can read more about me and my work at:


kristinsmithbooks.com


OR you can connect with me at any of the following social media sites:


Twitter: @SwordsStilettos
Instagram: @kristinsmithwrites
Facebook: @KristinSmithAuthor