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A Visit with the Huz: The Inside Scoop on MaryLu Tyndall

Today we welcome George Tyndall, husband of MaryLu Tyndall.

MaryLu Tyndall is the author of 11 historical romances, the most recent one being, Veil of Pearls. You may visit her website at http://www.marylutyndall.com.

George, thank you for coming by!

Where did you meet MaryLu and how love have you been married?

We met at IBM, where we both used to work, and we just celebrated our 20^th anniversary last July.

Any children, grandchildren, or pets in the family? Who lives at home?

We have 6 children and two grandchildren. Our youngest son still lives at home while he finishes up his Physics degree at college. We also have 3 crazy cats. 

Did you know MaryLu was a writer before you were married?

No, I would have never guessed she had a talent for writing. When I met her she was programming computers!

What is your occupation and how long have you been working at that vocation?

I am a Scientist with a PhD in Physical Chemistry and I’ve been working in my field for 31 years.

What are a few of your favorite books and authors? (Not including your wife's.)

James Mitchner Hawaii, James Clavell Shogun, John Grisham. Other favorite authors include Vince Flynn and Ben Coes. I also enjoy Joel Rosenberg, Brad Thor, and Daniel Silva. As you can tell, I mostly enjoy military spy thrillers. 

Have you ever read any of your wife's books?  If so, do you have a favorite?

No. I decided early on that I’d better not read her work because I’m a very critical reader and I didn’t want to cause unnecessary problems. 

Where does MaryLu write?

In one of our spare bedrooms that is set up like an office.

What does she wear when writing?

Hmm. Usually jeans and a t-shirt or sweat shirt.

Is there anything unusual that she ever asks you to do relating to her writing?

Fill out this interview!  But also, I’m a carpenter hobbyist and she asked me to make one of our bedrooms look like a Captain’s cabin aboard a tall ship. I’m working on it and eventually it will become her new writing room. 

What activities do the two of you enjoy doing together as a couple?

Movies, vacations, dinner out, and watching our favorite TV shows. 

Now, from MaryLu:

Does your husband write? If so, please tells us about it.

No. He used to write scientific papers but he doesn’t do that anymore. Besides, I never understood a word of them!

As an author, what is something exceptional that you appreciate about your husband relating to his support of your career.

As he mentioned above, he’s making me the coolest writing room with oak flooring and wainscoting and an antique book shelf built into the closet and even wooden beams on the ceiling!  I’m going for the nautical captain’s cabin look, and I can’t wait to see the finished product.

George has always been supportive of my writing and always asks me how my books are coming along and takes an interest in the process.

Thank you George and MaryLu! It was so nice to have you here at WTD!

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Author's Husband Interviews!

Today I'm visiting with my friends over at Inkwell Inspirations and talking about the husband interviews I've been featuring here on Fridays. I hope you'll stop by and say hello! And please let me know if you are a published author who thinks their huz would be game for giving the inside scoop on your life as a writer.

http://www.inkwellinspirations.com/2012/12/husband-interviews.html

A Visit with the Huz: the inside scoop on the inside scoop on Myra Johnson

Today I'd like to introduce you to Jack Johnson, husband of author Myra Johnson.



Myra Johnson is the author of One Imperfect Christmas; Gateway Weddings (anthology including Heartsong Presents novels Autumn Rains, Romance by the Book, and Where the Dogwoods Bloom); A Horseman’s Heart; and A Horseman’s Gift. Coming in January: A Horseman’s Hope. You may visit her website at www.MyraJohnson.com.


Jack, thank you for stopping by!

Where did you meet Myra and how long have you been married?

Myra and I met while we were both working for the telephone company in McAllen, Texas.  We have been married 40 years. We have two married daughters and six grandchildren.

Who lives at home with you (children, pets, other)?

The two of us, plus two dogs.

Did you know Myra was a writer before you were married?

At the time we dated and married, Myra was working elsewhere and was not into writing as a vocation. She first got serious about writing in 1983 and sold her first short story in 1985.

What is your occupation and how long have you been working at that vocation?

Retired from AT&T in 2002 (30 years ) and continued in telecommunications for another 10 years (total of 40). For the past year I have been substitute teaching at a Christian school in between working on projects around the house.

What are a few of your favorite books and authors? (Not including your wife's.)

The Shack, The River, anything by Clive Cussler, W.E. B Griffin, and Dale Brown.   
 
Have you ever read any of your wife's books?  If so, do you have a favorite?

I have read them all.  I really enjoy the Historical Romance category and the research involved. My favorite is When The Clouds Roll By, the first of the Till We Meet Again Series to be published by Abingdon Press. Book one is scheduled for release October 2013. 

Where does Myra write?

In her office upstairs.

What does she wear when writing?

Shorts, sweats, most anything very casual.

Is there anything unusual that she ever asks you to do relating to her writing?

Probably not unusual, but I go to most book signings, etc., along with getting into the historical research.

 

What activities do the two of you enjoy doing together as a couple?

Church choir, church handbell choir, going to movies, eating out

Now, from Myra:

Does your husband write? If so, please tells us about it.

LOL! My husband “writes” email to his countless cousins and fraternity alumni.

As an author, what is something exceptional that you appreciate about your husband relating to his support of your career.

I think it’s quite exceptional that he is finally learning to cook simple meals for supper, which allows me an extra hour or so of writing time every afternoon! He’s also pretty much taken over the grocery shopping and other errands. I also greatly appreciate having him accompany me to author events, mainly for the moral support but also for helping me navigate to unfamiliar locations and toting my books and giveaways.

Thank you Jack & Myra for joining us at WTD!

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