Kate Lloyd is a novelist, a mother of two sons, and a passionate observer of human relationships. A native of Baltimore, Kate spends time with family and friends in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, the inspiration for Leaving Lancaster. She is a member of the Lancaster County Mennonite Historical Society. Kate and her husband live in the Pacific Northwest, the setting for Kate’s first novel, A Portrait of Marguerite. Kate studied painting and sculpture in college. She has worked a variety of jobs, including car salesman and restaurateur.
What was your favorite book as a child?
I hate to admit how many childhood “favorites” crowd our basement shelves. When children, my sister and I often received boxes of Random House picture books from our great aunt, the editor of many children’s anthologies, particularly poetry. (We were her guinea pigs.) Our Aunt Josette served as the executive director of the Child Study Association of America; the Josette Frank Children’s Book Award was named in honor of her. When our two sons were young, I enjoyed reading the books to them and later our grandkids. But I’m trying to empty those shelves.
What book did you read that first made you want to be an author?
I don’t think one specific book made me want to be an author as much as encourage me to read and improve my writing skills. I attended a high school with a rigorous summer-reading list, which seemed overwhelming. A chore, but I learned much in spite of myself. Not until I became an adult and reread these lengthy classics did I appreciate the literature and beauty of the prose.
What was the last book you read, just for fun?
Lisa Wingate’s Prayer Box.
What upcoming release are you most looking forward to?
There are so many marvelous authors to choose from! I always enjoy reading Suzanne Woods Fisher and Angela Hunt. I’m also looking forward to Linda Byler’s next Amish novel, which I hope will be the last sequel in her Burning Lancaster series. Her writing is good, but she includes many gruesome scenes I skim over. Still, I’m curious to see how her story ends.
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I take paper back copies with me.
So do I, Charis, although sometimes I splurge and buy hardback book as a treat. But they are heavier … Good luck in the book giveaway!
I always take paperbacks with me–although I’ve just started reading a book on my computers kindle. It’s ok but still prefer my hardback.
Hi Loretta! Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway. Good luck in winning a new novel!
I do both. I love reading a print book, but my ereader is easier and I can take more with me.
Sounds as though there are advantages to each, Lori! As long as you’re reading, both sound good! Thanks for entering the giveaway!
Both….I have an IPad, which I love because I can do Kindle, Nook, and others all on one device. I also enjoy holding a book with pages to turn.
I have an iPad too, Gail! But at the end of the day, I can be found with the book in hand, as my lids grow heavy. Thanks for entering the giveaway. Good luck!
I have a Kindle but still prefer the paperback books. They are easier for my arthritic hands to hold and I can always find my place when I lay the book down, my kindle tends to jump around and since the pages are not numbered it is hard to find just where you left off. love these blogs.
These are interesting insights, Jan. I didn’t realize a Kindle could jump around and lose its place. That would be most annoying. Not that I haven’t closed a book and done the same thing … I love Robin’s blogs too! Thanks for entering the giveaway!
I always have a book with me, so I always have something to read. This past week I accidently ordered an audio book instead of the hard copy from the library. Well this turned out to be a really a nice surprise, it was great to listen in my car.
What a pleasant surprise, Lourdes. I have yet to listen to one but it sounds like a grey idea. Thanks for writing and entering the book giveaway!
I usually just carry regular books, but I have a Nook Tablet, the Kindle app, AND books on my iPhone. I really need to start reading my e-books! I used to listen to audio books when I had long commutes to and from work and I loved them too!
I do both. I have a Kindle 2 and Kindle Fire and I download books from the library. But, I still love real books and I am still buying them when I can. So I know I can always take one of my kindles with lots of books on it and maybe a few real books and not be weighed down with a ton of books if the ereaders never exisited.
I take an E-reader when I travel. At home, I use both. Thank you for this wonderful giveaway.
I have Kindle and Nook, and I read some books on my desktop in adobe digital and PDF files, but I have a paperback in my purse all the time. I actually like a physical book better; it doesn’t break when I drop it on the floor because my hands forgot to hold on.