Kristine Ochu
Author Interview - Kristine Ochu
Author of Campfire Confessions
What does it take to confess your deepest secrets? Annie, Jo and Sondra were about to find out. When Annie’s secret explodes, Jo and Sondra race back to their hometown to rescue their childhood best friend. They hijack Annie and escape on a hilarious canoeing trip. However, when everything goes wrong, it soon becomes clear, that it will take more than true confessions for them to find their way back home.
Author Interview - Kristine Ochu
Author I draw inspiration from: Kristin Hannah. I respect her imagination and discipline to write so many books with different story lines.
Author Interview - Kristine Ochu | Author I Draw Inspiration From
Favorite place to read a book: I like to shut the bedroom door, pile up pillows and read in bed!
Book character I’d like to be stuck in an elevator with: Atlee Pine, Long Road to Mercy, by David Baldacci. I like her fearless determination, athleticism and intelligence. I'd depend on her to find us a way out!
Author Interview - Kristine Ochu | Book Character I’d Like to be Stuck in an Elevator With
The moment I knew I wanted to become an author: When I was 8 years old, and spent afternoons writing poetry and short stories with my childhood best friend.
Hardback, paperback, ebook or audiobook: I do love my audiobooks as I can listen anywhere, cooking a meal or driving, etc. However, I also cherish my paperback collection which I savor when I can really curl up and read.
The last book I read: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. I really liked the creativity of this book.
Author Interview - Kristine Ochu | The Last Book I Read
Pen & paper or computer: I used to love writing with pen and paper but have transitioned to a computer after a case of carpal tunnel and chaotic stacks of paper!
Book character I think I’d be best friends with: Bridget Jones, Bridget Jone's Diary by Helen Fielding. I love humor and appreciate when one can poke fun at themselves. I could see myself sharing a pint of beer with Bridget in a pub!
Author Interview - Kristine Ochu | Book Character I’d be Best Friends With
If I weren’t an author, I’d be a: World Traveler that scuba dived, climbed mountains and explored uncharted territories.
Favorite decade in fashion history: The present! Going virtual requires that I only need to have some nice shirts and my leggings, jeans or sweats work just fine when out of sight!
Place I’d most like to travel: I've been to Ghana, Kenya and Tanzania, Africa but would love to go to South Africa and do a photography safari there.
My signature drink: Britta filtered water but my "closet drink" is a blueberry red bull! But don't tell my doctor that!
Favorite artist: Music wise--I have too many to mention but love the 70's and 80's. I love photos and oils that focus on nature, both it's power and serenity.
Number one on my bucket list: To have one huge reunion of family and friends where we celebrate life itself, tell stories and laugh about the good and challenging times.
Anything else you'd like to add: Books can actually add new friends and expand your perspective of life. I love book clubs where a discussion can lead to a new way of thinking or spark an idea for something you might want to try in your own life. When you open a new chapter in a book -- you also can open a new chapter in some area of your life if you're willing to stay receptive.
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Author Bio: KRISTINE OCHU is founder of “The Night of a Woman’s Soul – Creating Your Amazing Life" workshops and is a former Human Resource Executive with a MAIR from the University of Minnesota. A former log-rolling champion, she still log-rolls along with being an avid hiker, kayaker and explorer. Having previously written screenplays and a children's book, Kristine incorporates her love of nature and adventure into all her stories. She is a member of the Global Women’s Club, Women in Film and Video New England, Harvard Square Script Writers, and community groups. She lives with her husband and their rescue golden retrievers, and splits her time between Hayward, Wisconsin and Amelia Island, Florida.
