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Welcome to It's Raining Books. Why do you write in your genre? What draws you to it?
I like to write the kind of books that I read. While I enjoy a variety of genres, Chick Lit and Contemporary Romance are my favorites. As an eternal optimist, I love writing uplifting books that take people away from the stresses of daily life. Now more than ever, we are inundated with news of tragedies and loss. I like books that offer a brief escape and provide a guaranteed happily ever after. It’s nice to live the fairy tale once in a while.
What research is required?
My research is often destination based. If my characters are going somewhere I haven’t been, I want to make sure the experience feels authentic. In some of my past books I’ve looked into vacation spots such as Aruba and Aspen. I like to get a feel for the destination, accommodations, nearby attractions, and culture. In Into the Fire, Veronica and Rob go on a hot air balloon ride and to a Chicago Symphony Orchestra performance. I’ve never done either, so l looked into what’s involved and used my imagination for the rest.
Name one thing you learned from your hero/heroine.
Veronica has inspired me to be more open to trying new things. Growing up in a political family, she was governed by a set of rules that revolved around preserving her father’s reputation. She never made a decision for herself or let her emotions reveal her true feelings. When she meets Rob, she discovers parts of herself she had long buried. With him, she wants to test her boundaries and rediscover the woman she once was, and perhaps who she is meant to be.
Do you have any odd or interesting writing quirks, habits or superstitions?
I can't think of anything that unusual. I do most of my writing at night. There's something about the ambiance that puts me in the right mindset. I'm sure it helps that there are less distractions. And I always carry a notebook around with me. That way I'm ready whenever inspiration strikes.
Are you a plotter or pantser?
I’m a little bit of both but definitely lean toward plotter. I start with an outline and know the general story arc. I can’t just sit down and write without having some sort of plan. For the most part my books are mapped out in my head before I even put pen to paper. I don’t write in any particular order from the outline. I prefer to write about whatever section inspires me at the time. I definitely leave room along the way for plot changes and will pivot based on where the characters lead me. It’s always fun to discover something unexpected!
Look to your right – what’s sitting there?
My puppy, Daisy. She’s a 10-month old toy poodle and my shadow. She follows me around the house and often finds her way into my lap. She likes the keyboard and I have to be careful because she often adds her contributions to my writing.
Anything new coming up from you? What?
I'm working on the next book in The Elements Series: Into the Light. This book follows Jeremy McAllister, Rob Ashford's closest friend and business partner. Readers learned he has a stormy past. They'll find out more about it and why he's so jaded when it comes to love.
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I have been hiding my whole life. Doing what’s expected has become who I am. Until I met Rob Ashford. With just one look into his stormy blue eyes, I knew I was lost. I’ve come to realize he gets what he wants. And what he wants right now is me. As much as I want to succumb to what he’s offering, I’m not sure if I’ll lose myselfꟷor find who I was meant to be. I’m not strong enough to refuse him. I give him everything, and even though he’s given me nothing in return, I still love him. He ignites a fire and passion that burns so bright I fear I’ll combust. The thought of leaving him terrifies me, but I know more than anyone that when you play with fire, someone always gets burned.
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br> Veronica is the first woman I’ve met since Eva and I ended our relationship who has stirred something inside me. And now that’s it’s been awoken, it’s taken on a life of its own. With every touch, every taste of her skin I crave more. When she yells my name as she goes over the edge it only fans the flames. Each time is a new challenge that I welcome. I want to take her higher and farther than before. Like a wildfire, this insatiable need is spreading and taking down anything in its path. It’s becoming harder to control.
br> I have this fierce need to possess her.
br> To mark her.
br> To own her pleasure.
br> I want to push her limits.
br> To test her.
br> To take her to the brink and back.
br> To go where no man has gone before.
br> I want to break her so no man will measure up afterward.
br> I want her to only need me.
br> As I said, I’m a selfish bastard. I could claim it’s all for her pleasure. But that would be a lie. Because her agreeing to our arrangement and putting her blind trust in me to unleash her passion reaps the greater reward. And while I know our time together is finite, I’ll be damned if I don’t make her mine.
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ReplyDeleteThanks so much for having me here and featuring my book on your blog!
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ReplyDeleteThanks, Rita! It was a fun one to write.
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ReplyDeleteThanks, Cali. I always have a hard time choosing what to include in the excerpt. But I thought this gave a glimpse into Rob's character.
DeleteA great interview. The research sounds like fun.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Mary. It was fun but made me miss the days where I could travel. Hopefully soon enough!
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