Robin Badillo's Blog, page 40
March 31, 2011
Welcome Back Guest Spotlight Author Lynne Roberts
IT'S EXCERPT THURSDAY!!! YAYYYY!I love the climatic atmosphere at the end of the week, especially after having so much fun already. Excerpts add so much to a spotlight and really tease...the ultimate form of literary foreplay... they should probably add that term to some list somewhere.
Well, Lynne Roberts is back to whet our appetite, and I for one, am thrilled that she did.
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Loose ends have a way of tripping you up… Years ago, a law school graduation weekend in Vegas had been part of Lily MacPherson's plan. Waking up next to a naked Adonis with a ring on her finger was not. After a quick annulment, she relegated Caleb Anderson to her late-night fantasies—and very short list of mistakes—until his voice on the other end of the phone asks a favor that could shake the foundations of her neat and tidy future.Caleb is still haunted by Lily's horrified expression that morning in Vegas. At least it had made it easy to set her free…except they aren't. The papers were never filed. And when the nosy patroness who could launch his painting career insists on meeting his "wife", does he confess, or call Lily? He calls Lily.When she steps off the plane, Caleb's determination to play tour guide disappears in the San Francisco fog. Lily thought she could keep up the pretense for one weekend, cut the last tie to her past, and move on. But their chemistry still pops and sizzles, finally exploding into passion at Caleb's studio.It's everything they remember…but so is the yawning chasm of differences that, in the end, could once again drive them apart.
EXCERPT:
Product Warnings Contains balmy ocean breezes, coffee as seduction, the creative use of melted chocolate, and naughty shower lovin' that gives new meanings to the term "shower head".
The computer screen blurred. Lily blinked to refocus her tired eyes on the deposition and sighed in relief when the phone rang. She loved her job, loved working for a law firm, but staring at a computer screen for hours took its toll.
Blowing a strand of dark hair out of her eyes, she reached over a stack of law books. "McPherson." Lily glanced at the clock as her stomach rumbled. She'd worked through lunch again. Damn.
The other end of the line was silent for so long, she thought the caller had changed his or her mind. "Hello?"
"Yes, hi."
The rich, masculine voice sent chills down her spine and knotted her stomach. Eyes closed, she gripped the phone so hard it hurt. Even after all these years, she knew that voice. "Caleb?"
A low, sexy chuckle rumbled through the line. "You remember me."
Oh shit, why was he calling her now? Memories of the most erotic night of her life flashed through her mind. Lily opened her eyes, reminding herself the most embarrassing morning of her life had followed. "How did you get this number? Never mind."
Despite the deep breath, the receiver trembled in her hand. "Can I do something for you?"
An intake of breath and then a pause. "We have a slight problem."
Lily's stomach churned acid. None of their problems had been small, not for the twelve hours and twenty-two minutes they'd been married. "Yes?"
Caleb cleared his throat. "It seems the annulment didn't go through."
"Oh, shit." I'm in a bad movie. This has got to be a joke. She leaned against the back of her chair. "What do you mean it didn't go through?"
"We're still married, sweetie. The annulment was never processed."
Married? "Why?" Lily rubbed the ache growing between her eyes. "No. I don't care. Just get it processed."
"It's too late now. We've been married too long."
"We are not married." Lily tried to swallow past the tide of rising panic.
"The state of Nevada would disagree, sweetheart."
She could almost see that sexy grin, those sparkling green eyes. She definitely remembered what they did to her. She'd been chocolate under the heat of his sun. "I am not your sweetheart." She reached for a notepad. Who to call? Certainly no one in the firm. Though they were all professional and talented, people talked. She couldn't let it get back to her family or… Oh, God. Stewart. "I'll file for divorce in the morning."
"Um, about that."
She didn't have the patience to wait out the pause. "What?"
"I was wondering if we could delay that a bit."
A pain in her hand alerted her to the death grip she'd taken on the phone. She was suddenly glad she'd skipped lunch. "Delay? Why?"
"I need a favor."
"Well you're out of luck. I'm fresh out of favors."
"Lily, please listen."
His voice had lowered to almost pleading. Something in her heart softened. What's wrong with me? I don't owe this man anything! He's a stranger. "You call me out of the blue to tell me we're still married and now you need a favor?" It came out a little more acerbic than she'd meant.
His chuckle sounded nervous. "I guess that pretty much sums it up. You're not married or anything, are you?"
Lily closed her eyes. "No. I'm not."
"Well." He cleared his throat. "Except to me."
"Not for long. Thank you for letting me know about the clerical error. I'll handle it from my end. Good-bye." Lily set the phone in its cradle. Quite a feat when she wanted to slam it down. She stood and walked toward the window, leaned against the sill and stared out at the tops of the trees and below them to the expanse of grass. Interns didn't usually merit an office with a window, let alone a window facing the courtyard. It was one of the benefits of almost being engaged to her boss's son.
Ah, Stewart. He wouldn't mind that she slept with someone in Vegas, though he'd be a bit irritated she hadn't been smarter about keeping it quiet. But in his eyes, marrying a divorceé was socially unacceptable. No one could ever find out about what happened in Vegas. It had been a mistake, a horrible mistake.
She closed her eyes and the image of waking next to a naked Adonis filled her mind. His long blond hair had spread over perfectly sculpted shoulders, his head cradled by well-muscled arms. A silk sheet covered his lower back to mid-thigh but had only served to tantalize the imagination of her sleep-fogged brain. For a moment, she'd been tempted to explore the promising hills and valleys of his body and then she'd moved to touch him and seen the gaudy fake diamond ring on her left hand.
She still could only remember flashes of their night together; falling into his arms, the silky warmth of his skin next to hers, his lips. She opened her eyes in an attempt to wash out the images that had tinted her fantasies in the three years since. An ache built in her lower abdomen as she remembered the sound of his voice. She couldn't recall standing in front of a minister and saying I do, but the documents didn't lie. "Shit." Caleb Anderson might be a talented artist and sexy as hell, but he wasn't in her ten-year plan.
Behind her, the phone rang again and she sighed, turned and picked it up. "Macpherson."
"Lily, please, listen," Caleb asked.
"You have three minutes."
"It's… Damn it, Lily. It's a long story."
"Three minutes," she repeated. The sound of Caleb's sigh into her ear sent shivers down her body.
"I need you to…come out here for a few days."
Her jaw dropped open.
After a long pause, Caleb cleared his throat. "Are you still there?"
"Is this a joke?"
"No. It's not. If you'll let—"
"No. Absolutely not. You're crazy."
"Please. I know it's inconvenient—"
"Inconvenient? That's an understatement. Why would I fly across the country?"
"Because it could make a permanent difference in my career, in my life. Listen, it's complicated but…" he paused and his voice thickened. "My patroness did a background check, she found out I was married. I panicked. She wants to meet you." The words came out in a rush.
"I appreciate your position, but…" Lily hesitated. She could vividly remember the passion with which he described his art. It had been one of the many things that had kept her by the bar ordering drink after drink until her memory faded to black.
"I'll pay for your air fare and—"
"It's not that."
"Then what? Lily, I need your help. Please. It's my one big chance. It would only be for a couple of days."
A couple of days. That's what got her into this mess in the first place, but something inside of her softened further. She did have some vacation time coming and she'd heard San Francisco was beautiful in the summer. Holy heaven, I'm considering it.
She had to admit, part of her hesitation was the memory of his skin on hers and the fear she'd tumble back into bed with him in a heartbeat. She'd done it in her fantasies enough times. Would that be so bad?
No, it would be so good. That was the problem. She took a deep breath. "I'll think about it, Caleb."
"Thank you."
She hung up the phone, buried her face in her hands, and then grimaced. "I've just had my first argument with my husband."
To find Lynne Roberts, "Creative License" Or any of her other books, check out the following links:
http://lynneroberts.net
blog,
http://lynneroberts.blogspot.com or on Twitter, @Lynne_Roberts
CREATIVE LICENSE Available now! www.store.samhainpublishing.com
HOOKING UP www.thewilderoses.com
FIRST DATE www.thewilderroses.com
AFTER HOURS www.thewilderroses.com
http://www.LynneRoberts.net
Well, Lynne Roberts is back to whet our appetite, and I for one, am thrilled that she did.
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Loose ends have a way of tripping you up… Years ago, a law school graduation weekend in Vegas had been part of Lily MacPherson's plan. Waking up next to a naked Adonis with a ring on her finger was not. After a quick annulment, she relegated Caleb Anderson to her late-night fantasies—and very short list of mistakes—until his voice on the other end of the phone asks a favor that could shake the foundations of her neat and tidy future.Caleb is still haunted by Lily's horrified expression that morning in Vegas. At least it had made it easy to set her free…except they aren't. The papers were never filed. And when the nosy patroness who could launch his painting career insists on meeting his "wife", does he confess, or call Lily? He calls Lily.When she steps off the plane, Caleb's determination to play tour guide disappears in the San Francisco fog. Lily thought she could keep up the pretense for one weekend, cut the last tie to her past, and move on. But their chemistry still pops and sizzles, finally exploding into passion at Caleb's studio.It's everything they remember…but so is the yawning chasm of differences that, in the end, could once again drive them apart.
EXCERPT:
Product Warnings Contains balmy ocean breezes, coffee as seduction, the creative use of melted chocolate, and naughty shower lovin' that gives new meanings to the term "shower head".
The computer screen blurred. Lily blinked to refocus her tired eyes on the deposition and sighed in relief when the phone rang. She loved her job, loved working for a law firm, but staring at a computer screen for hours took its toll.
Blowing a strand of dark hair out of her eyes, she reached over a stack of law books. "McPherson." Lily glanced at the clock as her stomach rumbled. She'd worked through lunch again. Damn.
The other end of the line was silent for so long, she thought the caller had changed his or her mind. "Hello?"
"Yes, hi."
The rich, masculine voice sent chills down her spine and knotted her stomach. Eyes closed, she gripped the phone so hard it hurt. Even after all these years, she knew that voice. "Caleb?"
A low, sexy chuckle rumbled through the line. "You remember me."
Oh shit, why was he calling her now? Memories of the most erotic night of her life flashed through her mind. Lily opened her eyes, reminding herself the most embarrassing morning of her life had followed. "How did you get this number? Never mind."
Despite the deep breath, the receiver trembled in her hand. "Can I do something for you?"
An intake of breath and then a pause. "We have a slight problem."
Lily's stomach churned acid. None of their problems had been small, not for the twelve hours and twenty-two minutes they'd been married. "Yes?"
Caleb cleared his throat. "It seems the annulment didn't go through."
"Oh, shit." I'm in a bad movie. This has got to be a joke. She leaned against the back of her chair. "What do you mean it didn't go through?"
"We're still married, sweetie. The annulment was never processed."
Married? "Why?" Lily rubbed the ache growing between her eyes. "No. I don't care. Just get it processed."
"It's too late now. We've been married too long."
"We are not married." Lily tried to swallow past the tide of rising panic.
"The state of Nevada would disagree, sweetheart."
She could almost see that sexy grin, those sparkling green eyes. She definitely remembered what they did to her. She'd been chocolate under the heat of his sun. "I am not your sweetheart." She reached for a notepad. Who to call? Certainly no one in the firm. Though they were all professional and talented, people talked. She couldn't let it get back to her family or… Oh, God. Stewart. "I'll file for divorce in the morning."
"Um, about that."
She didn't have the patience to wait out the pause. "What?"
"I was wondering if we could delay that a bit."
A pain in her hand alerted her to the death grip she'd taken on the phone. She was suddenly glad she'd skipped lunch. "Delay? Why?"
"I need a favor."
"Well you're out of luck. I'm fresh out of favors."
"Lily, please listen."
His voice had lowered to almost pleading. Something in her heart softened. What's wrong with me? I don't owe this man anything! He's a stranger. "You call me out of the blue to tell me we're still married and now you need a favor?" It came out a little more acerbic than she'd meant.
His chuckle sounded nervous. "I guess that pretty much sums it up. You're not married or anything, are you?"
Lily closed her eyes. "No. I'm not."
"Well." He cleared his throat. "Except to me."
"Not for long. Thank you for letting me know about the clerical error. I'll handle it from my end. Good-bye." Lily set the phone in its cradle. Quite a feat when she wanted to slam it down. She stood and walked toward the window, leaned against the sill and stared out at the tops of the trees and below them to the expanse of grass. Interns didn't usually merit an office with a window, let alone a window facing the courtyard. It was one of the benefits of almost being engaged to her boss's son.
Ah, Stewart. He wouldn't mind that she slept with someone in Vegas, though he'd be a bit irritated she hadn't been smarter about keeping it quiet. But in his eyes, marrying a divorceé was socially unacceptable. No one could ever find out about what happened in Vegas. It had been a mistake, a horrible mistake.
She closed her eyes and the image of waking next to a naked Adonis filled her mind. His long blond hair had spread over perfectly sculpted shoulders, his head cradled by well-muscled arms. A silk sheet covered his lower back to mid-thigh but had only served to tantalize the imagination of her sleep-fogged brain. For a moment, she'd been tempted to explore the promising hills and valleys of his body and then she'd moved to touch him and seen the gaudy fake diamond ring on her left hand.
She still could only remember flashes of their night together; falling into his arms, the silky warmth of his skin next to hers, his lips. She opened her eyes in an attempt to wash out the images that had tinted her fantasies in the three years since. An ache built in her lower abdomen as she remembered the sound of his voice. She couldn't recall standing in front of a minister and saying I do, but the documents didn't lie. "Shit." Caleb Anderson might be a talented artist and sexy as hell, but he wasn't in her ten-year plan.
Behind her, the phone rang again and she sighed, turned and picked it up. "Macpherson."
"Lily, please, listen," Caleb asked.
"You have three minutes."
"It's… Damn it, Lily. It's a long story."
"Three minutes," she repeated. The sound of Caleb's sigh into her ear sent shivers down her body.
"I need you to…come out here for a few days."
Her jaw dropped open.
After a long pause, Caleb cleared his throat. "Are you still there?"
"Is this a joke?"
"No. It's not. If you'll let—"
"No. Absolutely not. You're crazy."
"Please. I know it's inconvenient—"
"Inconvenient? That's an understatement. Why would I fly across the country?"
"Because it could make a permanent difference in my career, in my life. Listen, it's complicated but…" he paused and his voice thickened. "My patroness did a background check, she found out I was married. I panicked. She wants to meet you." The words came out in a rush.
"I appreciate your position, but…" Lily hesitated. She could vividly remember the passion with which he described his art. It had been one of the many things that had kept her by the bar ordering drink after drink until her memory faded to black.
"I'll pay for your air fare and—"
"It's not that."
"Then what? Lily, I need your help. Please. It's my one big chance. It would only be for a couple of days."
A couple of days. That's what got her into this mess in the first place, but something inside of her softened further. She did have some vacation time coming and she'd heard San Francisco was beautiful in the summer. Holy heaven, I'm considering it.
She had to admit, part of her hesitation was the memory of his skin on hers and the fear she'd tumble back into bed with him in a heartbeat. She'd done it in her fantasies enough times. Would that be so bad?
No, it would be so good. That was the problem. She took a deep breath. "I'll think about it, Caleb."
"Thank you."
She hung up the phone, buried her face in her hands, and then grimaced. "I've just had my first argument with my husband."
To find Lynne Roberts, "Creative License" Or any of her other books, check out the following links:
http://lynneroberts.net
blog,
http://lynneroberts.blogspot.com or on Twitter, @Lynne_Roberts
CREATIVE LICENSE Available now! www.store.samhainpublishing.com
HOOKING UP www.thewilderoses.com
FIRST DATE www.thewilderroses.com
AFTER HOURS www.thewilderroses.com
http://www.LynneRoberts.net
March 30, 2011
Welcome Back Guest Spotlight Author, Lynne Roberts
I love those wonderful Wednesdays when authors turn the tables on their characters and ask them a few interesting questions. I especially enjoy when those characters are sexy, determined men!
Well guess what? TODAY is one of those Wednesdays!!!
Lynne hogtied Caleb Anderson and dragged him here bound and blindfolded, although I begged her not to do it.
Caleb, my darling man, please know that I am totally innocent and took no pleasure in this inquisition, so please don't hold it against me. (Psst! You may however, hold anything else you have on that smoking hot body against me and I promise not to tell!!)
I'll just be over here in the corner and let Lynne take it away...
Tell us a little bit about your world.
I'm an artist and I live in the beautiful city of San Francisco. I prefer acrylic and oil, but I've been known to dabble in chocolate from time to time.Does your author ever try to take over the story? And how do you deal with it?
Yes, she does. You just have to stand by guns. Although it goes against my nature, silence is the best… encouragement to get her back on track.
Is humor important? Why or why not? Absolutely! Humor makes a good situation better and a bad situation tolerable. And hey, it's how I roll.
Is expressing love difficult for you? Why? Sweetheart, I'm an artist, I'm all about expression. And there are so many fun and interesting ways love can be expressed.
What is the most interesting thing that has happened to you? Meeting a gorgeous woman in a bar in Las Vegas. Yup, my life was never the same.
If you could time travel, where would you go? I was tempted to say back to Vegas, to the morning when it all went wrong, but everything happens for a reason and I wouldn't change a thing now. It might be fun to go back to the Italian Renaissance and hang out with Donatello, Michelangelo and Leonardo. LOL Sounds like the cast of Teenage Mutant Turtles.
Share a little bit of the 'real' you with our readers. Any Dark secrets? The real me? I am what you see. I'm down to earth. I don't have a fancy bone in my body. *snicker* Lily would say I have a dirty mind and she's be right!
If you had the chance to meet another character, who would it be and why? I'd kind of like to meet Glenn from Hooking Up. I think we have a lot in common.
What is your most favorite thing to do? Have you read my book? LOL. Seriously, my favorite thing to do is to be with Lily—talking, playing, laughing, cooking. When we're together, I feel more like me.
Have you ever lost control? Absolutely. When Lily walked back into my life, my control flew out the window.
How many sex partners have you had? How many at one time? Excuse me? Are you trying to make me blush? Darlin', it's not only ladies who don't tell.
What's the kinkiest thing you've done? Stupidest? Craziest? Mmm. I'll just say dinner party, toys, hall bathroom. LOL You might have to wait for book number 2.
Where do you see yourself in five years? Lily is studying entertainment law and plans to work from home. So in a little house overlooking the bay with Lily and a baby or two.
What was the best sexual experience you've had? Every single one I've had with Lily. The first time in the shower sticks out in my head for quite a few reasons.
Well, that wasn't so bad. She didn't leave a mark on him...not that I was checking him out all that closely.
If you thought Caleb was as adorable as I do, check out his story, and if you must.... meet Lily. I guess she's all right, too.
Now don't let my sudden attack of the green-eyed monster keep you from reading this book...
Creative License is all that and a bag of chips!!
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Loose ends have a way of tripping you up… Years ago, a law school graduation weekend in Vegas had been part of Lily MacPherson's plan. Waking up next to a naked Adonis with a ring on her finger was not. After a quick annulment, she relegated Caleb Anderson to her late-night fantasies—and very short list of mistakes—until his voice on the other end of the phone asks a favor that could shake the foundations of her neat and tidy future.Caleb is still haunted by Lily's horrified expression that morning in Vegas. At least it had made it easy to set her free…except they aren't. The papers were never filed. And when the nosy patroness who could launch his painting career insists on meeting his "wife", does he confess, or call Lily? He calls Lily.When she steps off the plane, Caleb's determination to play tour guide disappears in the San Francisco fog. Lily thought she could keep up the pretense for one weekend, cut the last tie to her past, and move on. But their chemistry still pops and sizzles, finally exploding into passion at Caleb's studio.It's everything they remember…but so is the yawning chasm of differences that, in the end, could once again drive them apart.You can find Lynn and her books at the following links...http://lynneroberts.net; blog,http://lynneroberts.blogspot.com/ or on Twitter, @Lynne_Roberts CREATIVE LICENSE Available now! www.store.samhainpublishing.com
HOOKING UPComing 03/18/11 www.thewilderoses.com
FIRST DATE www.thewilderroses.com
AFTER HOURSwww.thewilderroses.com
http://www.LynneRoberts.net
Well guess what? TODAY is one of those Wednesdays!!!
Lynne hogtied Caleb Anderson and dragged him here bound and blindfolded, although I begged her not to do it.
Caleb, my darling man, please know that I am totally innocent and took no pleasure in this inquisition, so please don't hold it against me. (Psst! You may however, hold anything else you have on that smoking hot body against me and I promise not to tell!!)
I'll just be over here in the corner and let Lynne take it away...
Tell us a little bit about your world.
I'm an artist and I live in the beautiful city of San Francisco. I prefer acrylic and oil, but I've been known to dabble in chocolate from time to time.Does your author ever try to take over the story? And how do you deal with it?
Yes, she does. You just have to stand by guns. Although it goes against my nature, silence is the best… encouragement to get her back on track.
Is humor important? Why or why not? Absolutely! Humor makes a good situation better and a bad situation tolerable. And hey, it's how I roll.
Is expressing love difficult for you? Why? Sweetheart, I'm an artist, I'm all about expression. And there are so many fun and interesting ways love can be expressed.
What is the most interesting thing that has happened to you? Meeting a gorgeous woman in a bar in Las Vegas. Yup, my life was never the same.
If you could time travel, where would you go? I was tempted to say back to Vegas, to the morning when it all went wrong, but everything happens for a reason and I wouldn't change a thing now. It might be fun to go back to the Italian Renaissance and hang out with Donatello, Michelangelo and Leonardo. LOL Sounds like the cast of Teenage Mutant Turtles.
Share a little bit of the 'real' you with our readers. Any Dark secrets? The real me? I am what you see. I'm down to earth. I don't have a fancy bone in my body. *snicker* Lily would say I have a dirty mind and she's be right!
If you had the chance to meet another character, who would it be and why? I'd kind of like to meet Glenn from Hooking Up. I think we have a lot in common.
What is your most favorite thing to do? Have you read my book? LOL. Seriously, my favorite thing to do is to be with Lily—talking, playing, laughing, cooking. When we're together, I feel more like me.
Have you ever lost control? Absolutely. When Lily walked back into my life, my control flew out the window.
How many sex partners have you had? How many at one time? Excuse me? Are you trying to make me blush? Darlin', it's not only ladies who don't tell.
What's the kinkiest thing you've done? Stupidest? Craziest? Mmm. I'll just say dinner party, toys, hall bathroom. LOL You might have to wait for book number 2.
Where do you see yourself in five years? Lily is studying entertainment law and plans to work from home. So in a little house overlooking the bay with Lily and a baby or two.
What was the best sexual experience you've had? Every single one I've had with Lily. The first time in the shower sticks out in my head for quite a few reasons.
Well, that wasn't so bad. She didn't leave a mark on him...not that I was checking him out all that closely.
If you thought Caleb was as adorable as I do, check out his story, and if you must.... meet Lily. I guess she's all right, too.
Now don't let my sudden attack of the green-eyed monster keep you from reading this book...
Creative License is all that and a bag of chips!!
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Loose ends have a way of tripping you up… Years ago, a law school graduation weekend in Vegas had been part of Lily MacPherson's plan. Waking up next to a naked Adonis with a ring on her finger was not. After a quick annulment, she relegated Caleb Anderson to her late-night fantasies—and very short list of mistakes—until his voice on the other end of the phone asks a favor that could shake the foundations of her neat and tidy future.Caleb is still haunted by Lily's horrified expression that morning in Vegas. At least it had made it easy to set her free…except they aren't. The papers were never filed. And when the nosy patroness who could launch his painting career insists on meeting his "wife", does he confess, or call Lily? He calls Lily.When she steps off the plane, Caleb's determination to play tour guide disappears in the San Francisco fog. Lily thought she could keep up the pretense for one weekend, cut the last tie to her past, and move on. But their chemistry still pops and sizzles, finally exploding into passion at Caleb's studio.It's everything they remember…but so is the yawning chasm of differences that, in the end, could once again drive them apart.You can find Lynn and her books at the following links...http://lynneroberts.net; blog,http://lynneroberts.blogspot.com/ or on Twitter, @Lynne_Roberts CREATIVE LICENSE Available now! www.store.samhainpublishing.com
HOOKING UPComing 03/18/11 www.thewilderoses.com
FIRST DATE www.thewilderroses.com
AFTER HOURSwww.thewilderroses.com
http://www.LynneRoberts.net
March 29, 2011
Guest Spotlight Author, Lynne Roberts
Please help me welcome back author Lynne Roberts!!
We had a nice little peek at her novel, "Creative License" and even learned a bit about her personally. Today, we're gonna dig a little deeper and put her in the hot seat.
I love it when authors squirm, they look so darn adorable!! Bwuahahaha!
It's really okay, Lynne, we promise to be gentle.... =^^=
One thing I always love to ask is how did you feel when you got your first publishing contract?
Stunned! Of course that's the way I felt when I signed my 5th too! I'm unbelievably blessed to be doing what I love!
It is an awesome experience, for sure!!
When it comes to writing, how do you categorize yourself: pantser or plotter?
I am absolutely a pantser. I usually write a rough draft that serves as kind of an outline and then structure from there. Once I tried to write an outline, then structure the book in a completely organized and logical manner… and I hated the whole thing. The POV was loose, the characters one dimensional. The idea behind the book is still great (LOL IMO) but I'm trashing every one of the 30K already written.
I am absolutely a pantser. I usually write a rough draft that
From one pantser to another, I can so relate!!
What is the biggest piece of your advice you can give a beginning writer?
If you have the writing bug, finish the story. I know a lot of beginning writers who have four or five partially completed stories. Also, grow a thick skin. Chances are there will be rejection. I think most of us have experienced them. I know I have. Read! Especially in your genre. Write what you love. Don't try to write in what you think will be the next trend. Writing requires time, passion, and a lot of work. Write something you love.
That's awesome advice. after all why do it if you don't love it!So, now that we're getting a better feel for you, let's get a little personal.Name one thing readers don't know about you.
I'm a mother to 6 children. LOL Yes, I'm busy. I also love to bake! I'm an amateur cake decorator and one day I'd love to own my own bakery/bookstore where I could host author events every weekend!
OMG! I am going to shut my mouth and stop talking about my FOUR kids after hearing that! It's a wonder you ever have time to do anything at all! My hats are off to you, my dear!!I probably shouldn't ask, but what are you working on now?
I'm about to tear apart and rewrite the 30K I mentioned in the question above and turn it into a 90K novel. I'm also editing a novella, a spin off of sorts to FIRST DATE, for submission later next month.
You're not only busy, but a little crazy too, I see! LOL! Just kidding! I respect a woman who's motivated. There's nothing worse than having something you know you need to do and not getting it done. Good luck with that!What would you say is your biggest reward in being a writer?
Hearing back from readers. I absolutely love when readers tell me they enjoyed one of my stories. Ultimately, we write to be read.
You are absolutely right about that. Okay, now for the naughty stuff....Whipped Cream, Strawberry Sauce or Chocolate Syrup?
Hands down chocolate syrup!!!
You're in good company with that answer and I never argue with any of those choices!And now to really end this interview on a HOT note...What is the craziest/sexiest thing you have ever done in public?
LOL I'm a very private person. I give reign to my wild side through my characters! Um…. Does my backyard count?
Personally it all counts even if it's something you had your characters do. We all sort of live vicariously through them anyway, don't we? I would like to thank Lynne for answering all of these probing questions and if you missed us yesterday, here is a reminder about her yummy novel, "Creative License" [image error] Loose ends have a way of tripping you up… Years ago, a law school graduation weekend in Vegas had been part of Lily MacPherson's plan. Waking up next to a naked Adonis with a ring on her finger was not. After a quick annulment, she relegated Caleb Anderson to her late-night fantasies—and very short list of mistakes—until his voice on the other end of the phone asks a favor that could shake the foundations of her neat and tidy future.Caleb is still haunted by Lily's horrified expression that morning in Vegas. At least it had made it easy to set her free…except they aren't. The papers were never filed. And when the nosy patroness who could launch his painting career insists on meeting his "wife", does he confess, or call Lily? He calls Lily.When she steps off the plane, Caleb's determination to play tour guide disappears in the San Francisco fog. Lily thought she could keep up the pretense for one weekend, cut the last tie to her past, and move on. But their chemistry still pops and sizzles, finally exploding into passion at Caleb's studio.It's everything they remember…but so is the yawning chasm of differences that, in the end, could once again drive them apart.You can find "Creative License" and Lynne's other books at the following links...
http://lynneroberts.net; blog,http://lynneroberts.blogspot.com/ or on Twitter, @Lynne_Roberts
CREATIVE LICENSE
Available now!
www.store.samhainpublishing.com
HOOKING UP
Coming 03/18/11
www.thewilderoses.com
FIRST DATE
www.thewilderroses.com
AFTER HOURS
www.thewilderroses.com
We had a nice little peek at her novel, "Creative License" and even learned a bit about her personally. Today, we're gonna dig a little deeper and put her in the hot seat.
I love it when authors squirm, they look so darn adorable!! Bwuahahaha!
It's really okay, Lynne, we promise to be gentle.... =^^=
One thing I always love to ask is how did you feel when you got your first publishing contract?
Stunned! Of course that's the way I felt when I signed my 5th too! I'm unbelievably blessed to be doing what I love!
It is an awesome experience, for sure!!
When it comes to writing, how do you categorize yourself: pantser or plotter?
I am absolutely a pantser. I usually write a rough draft that serves as kind of an outline and then structure from there. Once I tried to write an outline, then structure the book in a completely organized and logical manner… and I hated the whole thing. The POV was loose, the characters one dimensional. The idea behind the book is still great (LOL IMO) but I'm trashing every one of the 30K already written.
I am absolutely a pantser. I usually write a rough draft that
From one pantser to another, I can so relate!!
What is the biggest piece of your advice you can give a beginning writer?
If you have the writing bug, finish the story. I know a lot of beginning writers who have four or five partially completed stories. Also, grow a thick skin. Chances are there will be rejection. I think most of us have experienced them. I know I have. Read! Especially in your genre. Write what you love. Don't try to write in what you think will be the next trend. Writing requires time, passion, and a lot of work. Write something you love.
That's awesome advice. after all why do it if you don't love it!So, now that we're getting a better feel for you, let's get a little personal.Name one thing readers don't know about you.
I'm a mother to 6 children. LOL Yes, I'm busy. I also love to bake! I'm an amateur cake decorator and one day I'd love to own my own bakery/bookstore where I could host author events every weekend!
OMG! I am going to shut my mouth and stop talking about my FOUR kids after hearing that! It's a wonder you ever have time to do anything at all! My hats are off to you, my dear!!I probably shouldn't ask, but what are you working on now?
I'm about to tear apart and rewrite the 30K I mentioned in the question above and turn it into a 90K novel. I'm also editing a novella, a spin off of sorts to FIRST DATE, for submission later next month.
You're not only busy, but a little crazy too, I see! LOL! Just kidding! I respect a woman who's motivated. There's nothing worse than having something you know you need to do and not getting it done. Good luck with that!What would you say is your biggest reward in being a writer?
Hearing back from readers. I absolutely love when readers tell me they enjoyed one of my stories. Ultimately, we write to be read.
You are absolutely right about that. Okay, now for the naughty stuff....Whipped Cream, Strawberry Sauce or Chocolate Syrup?
Hands down chocolate syrup!!!
You're in good company with that answer and I never argue with any of those choices!And now to really end this interview on a HOT note...What is the craziest/sexiest thing you have ever done in public?
LOL I'm a very private person. I give reign to my wild side through my characters! Um…. Does my backyard count?
Personally it all counts even if it's something you had your characters do. We all sort of live vicariously through them anyway, don't we? I would like to thank Lynne for answering all of these probing questions and if you missed us yesterday, here is a reminder about her yummy novel, "Creative License" [image error] Loose ends have a way of tripping you up… Years ago, a law school graduation weekend in Vegas had been part of Lily MacPherson's plan. Waking up next to a naked Adonis with a ring on her finger was not. After a quick annulment, she relegated Caleb Anderson to her late-night fantasies—and very short list of mistakes—until his voice on the other end of the phone asks a favor that could shake the foundations of her neat and tidy future.Caleb is still haunted by Lily's horrified expression that morning in Vegas. At least it had made it easy to set her free…except they aren't. The papers were never filed. And when the nosy patroness who could launch his painting career insists on meeting his "wife", does he confess, or call Lily? He calls Lily.When she steps off the plane, Caleb's determination to play tour guide disappears in the San Francisco fog. Lily thought she could keep up the pretense for one weekend, cut the last tie to her past, and move on. But their chemistry still pops and sizzles, finally exploding into passion at Caleb's studio.It's everything they remember…but so is the yawning chasm of differences that, in the end, could once again drive them apart.You can find "Creative License" and Lynne's other books at the following links...
http://lynneroberts.net; blog,http://lynneroberts.blogspot.com/ or on Twitter, @Lynne_Roberts
CREATIVE LICENSE
Available now!
www.store.samhainpublishing.com
HOOKING UP
Coming 03/18/11
www.thewilderoses.com
FIRST DATE
www.thewilderroses.com
AFTER HOURS
www.thewilderroses.com
March 28, 2011
Welcome Guest Spotlight Author, Lynne Roberts
Happy MONDAY, everone!!
This week we have Lynne Roberts to entertain us and show off her sexy stuff.
Allow me to tell you what I know about this lovely lady...
Lynne Roberts wrote her first story out of frustration at the age of 11 because "Gone with the Wind" just couldn't end with Rhett and Scarlett not together. She's a hopeless romantic and a sucker for a happily ever after.She's been writing professionally since 2005 and, after reading some very talented authors, attempted her first erotic romance in 2009. A hopeless coffee-addict, when she's not writing, editing or on Twitter—which isn't often—you can find her in the garden, reading or with her five children. Sometimes all of the above. Lynne currently lives in sunny California. You can learn more about her on her website and blog. She'd love to hear from you. You can find it on the internet at her website, http://lynneroberts.net; blog, http://lynneroberts.blogspot.com/ or on Twitter, @Lynne_RobertsNow for a peek at her book, "Creative License"... [image error] Loose ends have a way of tripping you up…
Years ago, a law school graduation weekend in Vegas had been part of Lily MacPherson's plan. Waking up next to a naked Adonis with a ring on her finger was not. After a quick annulment, she relegated Caleb Anderson to her late-night fantasies—and very short list of mistakes—until his voice on the other end of the phone asks a favor that could shake the foundations of her neat and tidy future.Caleb is still haunted by Lily's horrified expression that morning in Vegas. At least it had made it easy to set her free…except they aren't. The papers were never filed. And when the nosy patroness who could launch his painting career insists on meeting his "wife", does he confess, or call Lily? He calls Lily.When she steps off the plane, Caleb's determination to play tour guide disappears in the San Francisco fog. Lily thought she could keep up the pretense for one weekend, cut the last tie to her past, and move on. But their chemistry still pops and sizzles, finally exploding into passion at Caleb's studio.It's everything they remember…but so is the yawning chasm of differences that, in the end, could once again drive them apart.
CREATIVE LICENSEAvailable now! www.store.samhainpublishing.com
HOOKING UPwww.thewilderoses.com
FIRST DATE www.thewilderroses.com
AFTER HOURS www.thewilderroses.com http://www.LynneRoberts.net
This week we have Lynne Roberts to entertain us and show off her sexy stuff.
Allow me to tell you what I know about this lovely lady...
Lynne Roberts wrote her first story out of frustration at the age of 11 because "Gone with the Wind" just couldn't end with Rhett and Scarlett not together. She's a hopeless romantic and a sucker for a happily ever after.She's been writing professionally since 2005 and, after reading some very talented authors, attempted her first erotic romance in 2009. A hopeless coffee-addict, when she's not writing, editing or on Twitter—which isn't often—you can find her in the garden, reading or with her five children. Sometimes all of the above. Lynne currently lives in sunny California. You can learn more about her on her website and blog. She'd love to hear from you. You can find it on the internet at her website, http://lynneroberts.net; blog, http://lynneroberts.blogspot.com/ or on Twitter, @Lynne_RobertsNow for a peek at her book, "Creative License"... [image error] Loose ends have a way of tripping you up…
Years ago, a law school graduation weekend in Vegas had been part of Lily MacPherson's plan. Waking up next to a naked Adonis with a ring on her finger was not. After a quick annulment, she relegated Caleb Anderson to her late-night fantasies—and very short list of mistakes—until his voice on the other end of the phone asks a favor that could shake the foundations of her neat and tidy future.Caleb is still haunted by Lily's horrified expression that morning in Vegas. At least it had made it easy to set her free…except they aren't. The papers were never filed. And when the nosy patroness who could launch his painting career insists on meeting his "wife", does he confess, or call Lily? He calls Lily.When she steps off the plane, Caleb's determination to play tour guide disappears in the San Francisco fog. Lily thought she could keep up the pretense for one weekend, cut the last tie to her past, and move on. But their chemistry still pops and sizzles, finally exploding into passion at Caleb's studio.It's everything they remember…but so is the yawning chasm of differences that, in the end, could once again drive them apart.
CREATIVE LICENSEAvailable now! www.store.samhainpublishing.com
HOOKING UPwww.thewilderoses.com
FIRST DATE www.thewilderroses.com
AFTER HOURS www.thewilderroses.com http://www.LynneRoberts.net
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