FAQ

Are you going to write more about the characters from Empress and Rules? I don’t know. I love them, but I have a lot of stories I want to tell. I’ve written comics about Katrina and Battle, and you can read those online.

Okay, but you are going to write more books, right? Yes.

Did Empress really happen? No. If it had, it would be an autobiography, not a novel. But it was certainly inspired by people and events from my life.

How long did it take you to write? About five years. And five drafts.

Will your books always take that you that long? I hope not.

Are you queer or what? Yep. Bisexual, to be precise. Although I like the word queer better.

How did you know you were bi? Well, gosh — it was pretty straightforward: the people I was attracted to weren’t all of the same gender.

How did you come out? I told my two best friends (this was back in high school) who both said, “Great — just don’t hit on me.” One of them came out herself in another couple of years. I told my parents separately, and each of them said, “Well, I’m fine with it, but your mother/father won’t be able to handle it.” I think they eventually figured out that they both knew. They have been nothing but supportive. And, like everyone else who isn’t straight, I continue to come out whenever it seems necessary/appropriate. (Case in point.)


Can you give me advice on a personal/relationship issue? No. I’m flattered that you’re interested in my opinion, but no.

Can you recommend some other books with GLBT themes? Absolutely! I helped put together this booklist in my librarian day job.

Were you ever in a Shakespeare play? Sadly, no. I’ve worked on a lot of other plays, though.

Did you write a nonfiction comic about Alcatraz? Yep. But you can only get it at the Alcatraz gift shop, or directly from me at a comic convention.

Will you read my manuscript? I’m sorry, but no. I work full-time, I write at night and on the weekend, and there simply aren’t enough hours left in the day to give your manuscripts the thoughtful and helpful readings they deserve. My best advice is to join or start a writers group — they’ve helped me tremendously.

I wrote some fanfiction about your characters. Will you read it? I’m flattered! But no.

Who does your hair? Kahala, at Koi Pod.