Q&A with Candice Dow

Candice Dow is the author of eight novels, including “The Ex-Wife.” Before becoming a full-time writer, she worked as a senior software engineer. It was her lifelong dream to write a novel and after toying with the idea for over five years, Candice made a commitment to herself to finish, “Caught in the Mix,” a story she had sporadically worked on.  She is a native of Baltimore, Md., and graduate of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and Johns Hopkins University. She resides in Maryland with her children and loves to travel. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

What are the best books you’ve read recently?
“The Family Business” by Carl Weber and Eric Pete and “Mind Your Own Business” by Lutishia Lovely

What was your favorite book as a child?
I loved anything by Judy Blume, not sure which was my favorite.

Why do you enjoy attending book festivals, either as a presenter or audience member?
I like being able to interact with readers and other authors. I feel energized being around other writers. In addition, the excitement and energy from readers gives me the motivation to go home and WRITE.

Have you been to the D.C. area before? If so, what is your favorite thing about it?
I live outside of Baltimore, so I frequent D.C. My favorite thing is the restaurant/lounge scene.

What is the most difficult, or challenging, aspect of being a writer?
Writing is a peaceful, spiritual connection between me, my imagination and my laptop. But when it’s all done, I would have to say being open to criticism on this work that you created with love.