Meet author Lynn Watson
A great-great-granddaughter of a baron from southwest Germany, snippets of her family’s story inspire her writing. Following in her grandmother’s footsteps, Lynn Watson sewed for the public – everything from children’s outfits to bridal and formal wear. She and artist husband, Steve, created The Lynn’n Butterfly Collection of counted-cross-stitch leaflets. In 2007, Lynn became a certified reflexologist. Her touch-therapy skills bring relaxation to clients one pair of feet at a time. Resident feline, Jasmine, keeps her on her toes. Lynn combines her passions and heritage – Stepping through Time, Stitching Stories of Faith.
Tell us about your newest book.
Her grandmother’s last warning spins like a tempest threatening to shipwreck their joy and fray every promise they’ve made. Clara and Daniel have great plans for their future. Will every one of those come undone. Without giving spoilers it’s tough to say much about the sequel to Tangled Promises. I am unashamedly pro-life. That message is one theme in Frayed Promises.
What inspired you to write your story?
The few tiny bits of my great-grandmother’s story I knew had me wondering what the whole story was. I combined the little I knew with what might have been. The story is 99.9% my imagination.
What genre do you focus on.
Historical Romance (and I love to add some mystery, too). Choosing this genre was a surprise to myself. History was one of my least favorite subjects in school. But researching and digging for the nuggets of the past that bring a story to life is one of the parts I love most.
Why do you write?
Many years ago, I read Matthew 5:11-12 from The Message version of the Bible. Its colorful message grabbed my attention and continues to motivate me to share His light with the gift of words He’s given me.
Who is your main character, and how did you choose that name?
Clara is the main character in Tangled Promises and Frayed Promises. Her presence will also be very evident in Planted Promises (3rd book in the series). Her name is a semi-nod to my great-great grandfather, Karl. The name Clara means clear, bright, and famous.
What is the hardest part of being an author?
Juggling all the tasks for a book to go from book-idea to a finished book in the reader’s hands. Writers are tasked with the responsibility of not only writing, but also marketing their books. It’s a challenge to do all the things well. Please know, your reviews mean the world to authors, because they help other readers find our books.
How have you changed or grown as a writer?
I often jokingly say over the last several years I’ve earned a doctorate in novel writing, when in actuality I still have much to learn. There are so many pieces to consider in crafting a story that compels the reader. I had no idea where to begin when I wrote the rough draft of the first few chapters of Tangled Promises. I’m grateful to many writer friends who have encouraged me and taught me along the way.
What is your favorite pastime?
I love to sew, knit, quilt, almost everything needlework. It’s been a challenge to make the time for it, but I’m determined in 2025 to indulge again!
Do you have other books? We’d love to know.
Of course, there’s Tangled Promises, the award-winning Book 1 in the Promised Destiny series. Clara’s story begins there. While the books are stand-alone reading, you’ll enjoy them more if read in order. Before fiction, I published devotional books bringing together my love of essential oils and the discovery of them in the Bible.
What are you working on now?
Planted Promises – the third book in the Promised Destiny series. It’s a dual-timeline combining more of Clara’s story with that of Lyddi (a “granddaughter” five generations down the line. Lyddis is a fun-loving, motorcycle riding, hot-pink leather wearing young woman struggling with what she believes about her past and facing new challenges brought on by life in the early 2020s.
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