Marsha Ward

Life is strange during these days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although I thought my hermit-like tendencies would shield me from noticing being cut off from most of humanity, I was wrong. After a year, it's hard to keep a happy outlook. However, I keep working to write and to give my characters life.

I'm juggling at least three projects, including a novel called Chill, that is a total departure from anything I've written before. Wish me luck!

Biography

Author Marsha Ward writes authentic historical fiction set in 19th Century America, and contemporary romance. She was born in the sleepy little town of Phoenix, Arizona, in a simpler time. With plenty of room to roam among the chickens and citrus trees, Marsha enjoyed playing with neighborhood chums, but always had her imaginary friend, cowboy Johnny Rigger Prescott, at her side. Now she makes her home in a forest in the mountains of Arizona. She loves to hear from her readers.

Fun Facts

Hobbies

Music: playing it on a keyboard, composing it, singing it, listening to it. Pretty much all music these days.

Most Exotic Place Visited

A river in the wilds of Venezuela.

What Shampoo Do You Use?

Whichever one my hand touches. I have a variety of brands available: Suave, Salon Selectives, studio35beauty, and Equate tea tree mint.

Your Dream Car

Jaguar. Model doesn't matter, because I'll never have one.

Favorite Sport

Sitting in my lounge chair, watching re-runs of Dr. Who or Magnum, P.I. (the original). Oh wait! You didn't ask for my favorite SPOT?

Mountains or Beach? Why?

Mountains. With my fair skin and medications that increase my burning quotient, I'd never last long on a beach.

Pet Peeve

The misuse of apostrophes.

Number of Published Books

Twenty-five books, including novels, novellas, writer helps, and study guides.

Book that Changed Your Life

I'd rather not say, as it made me think, "I can write better than this!" And I do.

Favorite Place to Write

I'd love to say, on my deck, but there's too much glare on the laptop screen when I do. So, the answer is, Wherever indoors that it is quietest.

Do You Listen to Music While Writing? What Kind?

No. I listen to music to set a mood BEFORE I write. I need quiet to hear the voices in my head.

Favorite Character You Created

Today? Why not ask me, Who is your favorite child? [wicked laughter]

Where Do You Live?

United States