Interview with Young Adult Fiction Author Cindy Lynch

Cindy Lynch

Chesterfield, MO USA

Good morning, Cindy, and welcome to Vision and Verse, the Place for Art and Authors. What have you written?

I have written three books so far. They are all apart of 

the Bye For Now Trilogy. Book one is Bye For Now, 

Book two is Even Willows Weep, 

and Book three is The Lightning Tree.

What is your favorite genre to write?

General Fiction and

Young Adult Fiction

Favorite food.

Mexican food

Tea or coffee?

Coffee for sure. Everyday.

Pizza or ice cream?

Ice Cream

Wine or beer?

Wine

Where would you like to visit?

Fiji is on the top of my Bucket List

Favorite musical artist.  

Right now my favorite musician is Greg Laswell. 

His music is the soundtrack of my trilogy.

What makes you laugh? 

My kids and our crazy Vizsla puppy, Maggie.

Favorite work of art or sculpture.

Fearless Girl                                    

I love her, too. They moved her! 

Down the street, I hear. 

How old were you when you started writing?

I started journaling as a little girl which blossomed into 

writing poetry, then into short stories. I was 14 when 

I realized I wanted to write novels.

Do you plan out your book with outlines and notecards? Or just write?

I just write. I’ve had this story in my head since I was 14. 

The first book, Bye For Now, poured out of me in two 

weeks. The second, Even Willows Weep, two months. 

This third and final installment, The Lightning Tree took 

about a year. I think that’s partly because it’s the end 

of the road for this storyline. I’ve loved this story for 

a very long time and I’m sad to see it end.

Describe your perfect evening.

Dinner with my husband and friends

Where do you get your inspiration?

From life. You write what you know.

What do you do when you get a writer's block?

Go for a run, swim or bike ride. That’s usually where 

my ideas start popping.

 

Who is your favorite author?

Nicholas Sparks. The Notebook about killed me.

Best book you ever read.

There are so many great books out there, but 

emotionally speaking, The Notebook is my favorite.

Last book you read.

The Girl With The Lower Back Tattoo by Amy Schumer

What would you do for a living if you weren’t a writer?

I would have continued to be a teacher. I was an 

elementary school teacher for 8 years before my first 

son was born. When I chose to be a stay-at-home mom, 

it felt like the right time to become an author.

Who is the one person who has influenced your personal life the most and why?

I’d have to say my mom has been the most influential 

person in my life. She has been a wonderful role model 

on everything motherhood.

If you could sit down and have a conversation with ONE person, living or dead, real or fictional, who would it be and why?

That’s a tough question. I just watched something on 

the History Channel this morning about Nikola Tesla. 

There’s a lot of controversy as to what happened to all 

of the trunks that contained his notebooks with details 

about all of his inventions. It was intriguing. 

So, to answer your question, Nikola Tesla.

What advice would you give someone who aspires to be a writer?

Just sit down and start writing. Don’t think about 

structure, grammar, punctuation, just write. When 

the writing is done THEN go back and work on the rest.

Do you have some links for us to follow you?

 Website: Cindylynch.net
Twitter: @mykidssayswhat
Instagram: cindylynch2530

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BOOK REVIEW: Murder at the Villa by Betty Cage

Tess Harper and her Golden Retriever, Daisy, accompany her best friend, Aubrey, to a big party at the lush and gorgeous Chester Villa Estate to celebrate Aubrey’s parents’ 30th Wedding Anniversary. Aubrey wants Tess to keep her sane with her wacky family, but Tess wants to see Aubrey’s handsome brother, Daniel.

Big storm hits with heavy rain, thunder, and lightning. Lights go out. Everybody’s on edge. Then a grumpy accountant is found dead in a locked cloak room. Murder weapon? Tess’s hand-knit purple scarf. 

Tess, a librarian by trade, but a detective at heart, begins to investigate. 

A cute story with great characters. 

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ART: Russian Artist Nikolay Zakharovich Panov

 I love the work of Nikolay Zakharovich Panov, but his work was not easy to find. His name is tied up with other artists of his time, sometimes working with them on similar projects. 

But his work has a softness about it that is truly beautiful. 

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SCHEDULE: May 4 - 8, 2026

Monday, May 4 - ART:

Russian Artist

Nikolay Zakharovich Panov

Tuesday, May 5 - BOOK REVIEW:

Murder at the Villa

by Betty Cage

Wednesday, May 6 - INTERVIEW:

Young Adult Fiction Author

Cindy Lynch

Thursday, May 7 - TV TIME:

The Madison

(Paramount+)

Friday, May 8 - BOOK: 

Echo of Heartbreak, A Recipe for Life

by Carol Ann Kauffman

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TV TIME: The Missing (Tubi)

This 2003 Western Thriller, directed by Ron Howard, 

is loaded with talented actors. 

The Missing is the story of broken family relationships. A runaway father shows up in his adult daughter’s life in 1885 New Mexico Territory. Naturally, she rejects him. As a single mother with two children, she has no use for him. 

But then, Apaches kidnap her teenage daughter. She must join forces with her father to track the Apaches and try to rescue her daughter before they get to the border and sell her into prostitution.

Cate Blanchett and Tommy Lee Jones lead a stellar ensemble.

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INTERVIEW: Humanitarian Author Dr. Dave Wasambla

 

Dr. Dave Wasambla

Nairobi, Kenya

Africa

 

Welcome to Vision and Verse, the site for Art and Authors. What have you written? 

BROKEN SOULS: Chronicles of A Humanitarian Health Worker. Non-fiction, part memoir and part experiences of fellow humanitarians plus a call to action for proactive mental health support for all humanitarian responders. 

Before that, The Power of Passion. 

I read BROKEN SOULS and it's wonderful. A glimpse into a life of love and service. Truly extraordinary. 

What is your favorite genre to write? 

True stories, in the most comical way possible to shed light in the darkness. 

 

Favorite food. 

Chapati and beans. 

 

Tea or coffee? 

Tea for sure. 

 

Pizza or ice cream?

Well, pizza. 

 

Wine or beer or soda or what? 

Wine… beer… soda… not together. That one time… 

 

Where would you like to visit? 

The Grand Canyon 

Go, David! The Grand Canyon was one of the most wonderful places I have ever been. It is mystical and magical. Standing on the South Rim looking down and across, you realize all those things that weighed so heavily on your heart and soul and kept you up at night and made you cry were nothing, mere blips on a screen, and in the big scheme of things, you are very tiny.

 

Favorite musical artist. 

Kenyan So Music. A Kenyan rapper. 

 

Do you listen to music when you write? 

Yep. 

What? 

Amapiano, 3 step, or rhumba. 

 

What makes you laugh? 

Thinking about my lovely babies… and dark humor. 

 

Favorite work of art or sculpture. 

My children’s pieces of art. 

 

How old were you when you started writing? 

Circa 35 when I wrote my first book, The Power Of Passion. 

 

Do you plan out your book with outlines and note cards? 

Nope. 

Or just write? 

I just flow with the go… or go with the flow. 

 

Describe your perfect evening. 

A relaxed, romantic dinner with my loved one, listening to rhumba music which is her favorite genre. 

 

Where do you get your inspiration? 

My experiences and day to day occurrences. The people I serve and serve with most of all. 

 

What do you do when you get writer's block? 

I extend myself grace and patience… then we wait. Me, myself and I. 

 

Who is your favorite author? 

None really. Yet to pick one. 

 

Best book you ever read. 

Need to think… 

 

Last book you read. 

Praxis. 

 

What would you do for a living if you weren’t a writer? 

I’d continue my work as a humanitarian health worker, stand up comedian, TV actor, Mental health advocate, motivational speaker and gym… so much gym. 

 

I think a humanitarian health care worker/stand up comedian sounds perfect! Who is the one person who has influenced your personal life the most and why? 

My late parents and my siblings. 

 

If you could sit down and have a conversation with ONE person, living or dead, real or fictional, who would it be and why? 

My late parents. They never got to see me get to this point in life and I’d want to hear what they think and feel. 

 

What advice would you give someone who aspires to be a writer? 

Write. Just… write. Then make sure you get a good publisher to help with the finer details and to ensure the book speaks to the audience as intended. But, don’t let the publisher take over your stories. 

 

Do you have some links for us to follow you? 

https://linktr.ee/Dreadlocked_Doc

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BOOK REVIEW: Shadow of the Desert Queen by Olivia Rose

 

Shadow of the Desert Queen, A Lady Elizabeth Hawthorne Mystery by Olivia Rose was a 1920s cozy mystery. The feisty Lady Elizabeth wears exquisite gowns, drives a Duisenberg around London, and solves mysteries with style and ease. Great start to a new series. I will be back for more.

ART: The Journey by Texas Collage Artist Parker Kaufman

Oh, a special treat today from the man who was the original "Vision" in Vision and Verse,  our own witty and talented Parker Kaufman!

 

“The Journey”

This piece by Texas Collage Artist Parker Kaufman is entitled "The Journey".  It's 18" x 22".  

It's based on the premise of each person having or embarking on a journey  discovering who they are, what their part is in the grand scheme of things, and if they play a part at all. 

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SCHEDULE: April 27 - May 1, 2026

 Monday, April 27 - ART:

The Journey 

by Texas Collage Artist 

Parker Kaufman

Tuesday, April 28 - BOOK REVIEW:

Shadow of the Desert Queen

by Olivia Rose

Wednesday, April 29 - INTERVIEW:

Humanitarian Author

Dr. Dave Wasambla

Thursday,  April 30 - TV TIME:

The Missing 

(Tubi)

Friday, May 1 - BOOK:

Charming Deception

by Carol Ann Kauffman

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