Kris Clink

Kris Clink is the author of Goodbye, Lark Lovejoy (Book 1, The Enchanted Rock Series) and writes about relatable characters who rely on humor and tenderness to navigate their complicated relationships. Set in middle America, her novels are laced with love, heartbreak, and just enough snarky humor to rock the boat.

Calling Texas home for most of her life, Kris now lives in Kansas. She and her husband have filled their empty nest with two spoiled-rotten pups. When not writing, Kris is searching for an open karaoke mic and an understanding audience. She welcomes the opportunity to participate in book clubs.

Twitter: @KrisClinkBooks

Instagram: @KrisErinClinkBooks

Are there particular films that have influenced your writing?

Hope Floats: I loved the tenderness of the flawed characters. Old movies give me tons of ideas, too. The gestures between Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy are priceless.

Is there a genre of music that influences your writing/thinking? Do you listen to music while you write?

Several genres, depending upon what I’m writing; a mix of everything from Carole King to Tim McGraw; If I’m writing a first draft, I usually listen to music. If I’m revising, I might listen to some form of instrumental music. Writing Goodbye, Lark Lovejoy, I had a few songs that played on repeat: Jon Pardi’s Head Over Boots; Billy Joel’s Goodnight Saigon; Otis Redding’s Try a Little Tenderness—all mentioned in the book.

Is there a work of art that you love? Why? Have you ever visited it in person?

Georgia O’Keefe’s City Night. Saw it at the O’Keefe Museum in Santa Fe, NM. O’Keefe taught at the same university where I taught (her, between 1916-1918, while I taught on and off between 1993-2006). O’Keefe used color and light like authors hope to use words.

Is there another profession you would like to try?

Sure. I’d love to be a singer, but I wasn’t born with the pipes. A lot of tomatoes would be wasted if I took a stage.

What piece of clothing tells the most interesting story about your life?

I am a jeans girl—always have been. They’re real, resilient, and work anywhere.