Tell us about yourself.:
C. M. Santoro is excited to share her writing journey with you. She writes romance, suspense, and thrillers. Her first book, His Deadly Betrayal: A Shattered Marriage, is the first book in its series. Her background includes being a teacher’s assistant, a PCA, and a mentor for middle school students that need academic support. She’s also an advocate for breast cancer awareness. She lives in a rural town in south-central Pennsylvania with her husband, three daughters, and 3 fur babies. When she’s not writing, she's supporting her special needs daughter—writing, taking walks and mentoring all her favorite hobbies.
Where did you grow up, and how did this influence your writing?:
I grew up in a small south-central Pennsylvania town. I think the way I was raised influenced me more than the town itself.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I write my stories in chunks. If my characters tell me about a certain place or scene, I write it down. Then I piece things back together.
What authors have influenced you?
I grew up in a small south-central Pennsylvania town. I think the way I was raised influenced me more than the town itself.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don't worry about being a “perfect” writer. Do what works for you. Enjoy the process. Remember, you grow in your writing the more you write.
What is the best advice you have ever been given?
“Never give up on your dreams, no matter how long it takes. If you don't take the risk, you'll never know your potential.”
What are you reading now?
I'm reading Fatal Fraud by Marie Force.
What’s your biggest weakness?
I'm a perfectionist. The need to do everything right the first time lingers everywhere I go.
What is your favorite book of all time?
Stephen King’s Misery!
When you’re not writing, how do you like to spend your time?
I'm also an editor, so I enjoy helping other authors. I like taking long walks in the summer months. Swimming, reading, and cooking are other things I enjoy doing.
Do you remember the first story you ever read, and the impact it had on you?
I grew up in a Christian home, and we learned a lot about the stories of the Bible. While I still read it, I think Helen Keller inspired me the most. All the trials she had to overcome was astonishing.
What has inspired you and your writing style?
I think my life lessons inspired my writing style. Inserting what I've learned and giving my characters a piece of me helps my style.
What are you working on now?
Book two of my series: His Deadly Betrayal.
What is your favorite method for promoting your work?
I use Facebook groups, social media outlets, and word of mouth in my hometown.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Just to keep writing. It's what I love to do. I don't have an end game. I enjoy telling stories.
How well do you work under pressure?
I'm a life coach, an editor, and a writer. I'm always under pressure. Patience helps a lot.
How do you decide what tone to use with a particular piece of writing?
I let my characters tell me how they want to go.
If you could share one thing with your fans, what would that be?
Thank you for supporting and believing in me. If I can make my dreams come true, so can you.
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