FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHEN DID YOU FIRST KNOW YOU WANTED TO BE A WRITER?
It sounds cliche to say always, but it's the truth. I've always known I wanted to be a writer. Actually, I've always been a writer, even when I wasn't published yet. I wrote my first two novels in fourth grade (a series called The Life and Times of the Three Potatoes) and, as a kid, I was always writing novels, short stories, and poems. In high school, I would bring my new books (in the form of stacks of printer paper) to school and keep a list of the friends and teachers who wanted to read them. I had so much support from an early age and that really encouraged me to believe I could do this. Writing is my favorite thing to do. It always has been. There was never a moment where my hopes, dreams, and future plans didn't hinge on becoming a novelist.
DO YOUR BOOKS NEED TO BE READ IN ANY CERTAIN ORDER?
Aside from The Messes Series (which should be read in this order: The Cleaner, The Healer, The Liar, and The Prisoner) and The Arrangement Trilogy (which should be read in this order: The Arrangement, The Amendment, and The Atonement) none of my books have to be read in any certain order. I do like to include "Easter Egg" characters, events, places, and towns from previous books as a treat for my loyal readers, but they do not affect the reading experience if you read them out of order.
WHAT ORDER SHOULD THE LOCKE INDUSTRIES NOVELS BE READ IN?
When my collaborator, Emerald O'Brien, and I set out to write the Locke Industries novels, we made a very conscious decision to write them so they could be read in any order, without spoilers or confusion. So dig into either of them first, but we do hope you'll read them both.
WHEN DID YOU FIRST BECOME PUBLISHED?
My first book, previously titled If It Walks Like A Killer, was released in August of 2016.
It has since been retitled Becoming Mrs. Abbott.
WHERE DOES YOUR INSPIRATION COME FROM?
This answer is different depending on which book we're talking about, but the short answer is that my inspiration comes from all over. I've had the initial spark for my stories come from a book I've loved, movie I've watched, song I've listened to, conversation I've overheard, vacation I've taken, an even just a random, what-if question that popped into my head.
Once I have that inspiration, I let that idea sit in my head for a while, play with a few possibilities, get to know the characters who would best tell the story, and go from there. My mind never really rests. I'm always plotting and searching for inspiration. I'm very grateful that my inspiration well never seems to run dry.
WHERE CAN I BUY YOUR BOOKS?
My books are available from all retailers in paperback and audio, and the ebooks are exclusive to Amazon in the KindleUnlimited program. Most of my books are also available in hardcover. If your local library or bookstore doesn't offer my books, feel free to request them. All libraries and bookstores are able to purchase physical and audiobook copies. If you'd like a signed copy, those can be purchased straight from my store.
WHY CAN'T I FIND IF IT WALKS LIKE A KILLER OR
THE TRUTH ABOUT MY SCRATCHES?
Both of these books have had their titles and covers changed when their rights reverted from my publisher back to me. Small parts of their stories have changed as well. If It Walks Like A Killer is now Becoming Mrs. Abbott and The Truth About My Scratches is now The Missing Piece.
WILL YOU READ MY BOOK FOR ME AND PROVIDE A BLURB/CRITIQUE IT?
I'm always so honored when I get these requests. For legal reasons, I'm unable to read or critique any works in progress. Due to my hectic publishing schedule, I'm unable to accept most blurb requests. For more information, or to request that I blurb your book, please email me.
DO YOU HAVE A FAN PAGE?
I do have a dedicated Fan Group on Facebook.
You can find it here: KMod Squad: The Official Fan Group for Kiersten Modglin.
DO YOU DO BOOK TOURS?
As an independent author, my books are not usually found in stores. That being said, I do make an effort to schedule a few signings a year either at local bookstores or author conventions around the country. If you own a bookstore and would like to have me as a guest, please fill out this form. If you're a reader hoping to meet me, click here to check my upcoming events!
WHERE CAN I FIND A LIST OF YOUR BOOKS?
I keep an up-to-date list of my books here. You can also download a free Official Book List here.
It sounds cliche to say always, but it's the truth. I've always known I wanted to be a writer. Actually, I've always been a writer, even when I wasn't published yet. I wrote my first two novels in fourth grade (a series called The Life and Times of the Three Potatoes) and, as a kid, I was always writing novels, short stories, and poems. In high school, I would bring my new books (in the form of stacks of printer paper) to school and keep a list of the friends and teachers who wanted to read them. I had so much support from an early age and that really encouraged me to believe I could do this. Writing is my favorite thing to do. It always has been. There was never a moment where my hopes, dreams, and future plans didn't hinge on becoming a novelist.
DO YOUR BOOKS NEED TO BE READ IN ANY CERTAIN ORDER?
Aside from The Messes Series (which should be read in this order: The Cleaner, The Healer, The Liar, and The Prisoner) and The Arrangement Trilogy (which should be read in this order: The Arrangement, The Amendment, and The Atonement) none of my books have to be read in any certain order. I do like to include "Easter Egg" characters, events, places, and towns from previous books as a treat for my loyal readers, but they do not affect the reading experience if you read them out of order.
WHAT ORDER SHOULD THE LOCKE INDUSTRIES NOVELS BE READ IN?
When my collaborator, Emerald O'Brien, and I set out to write the Locke Industries novels, we made a very conscious decision to write them so they could be read in any order, without spoilers or confusion. So dig into either of them first, but we do hope you'll read them both.
WHEN DID YOU FIRST BECOME PUBLISHED?
My first book, previously titled If It Walks Like A Killer, was released in August of 2016.
It has since been retitled Becoming Mrs. Abbott.
WHERE DOES YOUR INSPIRATION COME FROM?
This answer is different depending on which book we're talking about, but the short answer is that my inspiration comes from all over. I've had the initial spark for my stories come from a book I've loved, movie I've watched, song I've listened to, conversation I've overheard, vacation I've taken, an even just a random, what-if question that popped into my head.
Once I have that inspiration, I let that idea sit in my head for a while, play with a few possibilities, get to know the characters who would best tell the story, and go from there. My mind never really rests. I'm always plotting and searching for inspiration. I'm very grateful that my inspiration well never seems to run dry.
WHERE CAN I BUY YOUR BOOKS?
My books are available from all retailers in paperback and audio, and the ebooks are exclusive to Amazon in the KindleUnlimited program. Most of my books are also available in hardcover. If your local library or bookstore doesn't offer my books, feel free to request them. All libraries and bookstores are able to purchase physical and audiobook copies. If you'd like a signed copy, those can be purchased straight from my store.
WHY CAN'T I FIND IF IT WALKS LIKE A KILLER OR
THE TRUTH ABOUT MY SCRATCHES?
Both of these books have had their titles and covers changed when their rights reverted from my publisher back to me. Small parts of their stories have changed as well. If It Walks Like A Killer is now Becoming Mrs. Abbott and The Truth About My Scratches is now The Missing Piece.
WILL YOU READ MY BOOK FOR ME AND PROVIDE A BLURB/CRITIQUE IT?
I'm always so honored when I get these requests. For legal reasons, I'm unable to read or critique any works in progress. Due to my hectic publishing schedule, I'm unable to accept most blurb requests. For more information, or to request that I blurb your book, please email me.
DO YOU HAVE A FAN PAGE?
I do have a dedicated Fan Group on Facebook.
You can find it here: KMod Squad: The Official Fan Group for Kiersten Modglin.
DO YOU DO BOOK TOURS?
As an independent author, my books are not usually found in stores. That being said, I do make an effort to schedule a few signings a year either at local bookstores or author conventions around the country. If you own a bookstore and would like to have me as a guest, please fill out this form. If you're a reader hoping to meet me, click here to check my upcoming events!
WHERE CAN I FIND A LIST OF YOUR BOOKS?
I keep an up-to-date list of my books here. You can also download a free Official Book List here.
