Erin Ashley Tanner's Blog, page 5
June 1, 2015
FINISHED...NOW WHAT?
FINISHED...NOW WHAT? 
The photo above describes exactly how I feel. I am so beyond happy that I finished my 6th novel on time and turned it in to meet my deadline. Yes. Yes. Yes. Why am I so happy? Simple I managed to write a 98K novel in the midst of going to nursing school and in the process I realized I can crank out a novel in less time than I thought I could. Though I wrote intermittently and not consecutively, it only took me 64 days to write my latest novel, Devious Little Lies. That's roughly 3 months and 4 days so if you think about it, in a perfect world I could write 3 novels a year. Okay, maybe I'm stretching. After all I do have to take real life into account, but still under the high stress and craziness I'm proud because I know I can do it. In the now 3 years since I've been writing I've switched from paranormal to fairytale retellings and now to mafia suspense. Believe it or not I've enjoyed all of the genres I've written in and I have plans to add a few more to my list and herein lies my current problem...what now? What next? I have no clue what to start on next and it's certainly not because I don't have ideas. I have a notebook full of them. So why can't I just pick something you ask? Because there are some things to consider. I miss writing paranormal with a passion. It was the first genre I started out in and my first love. Unfortunately unless you're a big name with a big fan base a lot of paranormals are not being picked up right now. The same for the fairytale retellings I was writing and falling in love with. So for now, they have to be on the backburner regardless of how much I want otherwise. It sounds all well and good to write what you love, but I love pretty much everything. And secondly, writing what you love may cause your novel to never get picked up if you're attempting to go the traditional route like I am. So for now I'm looking and pondering, making notes, moving things around and trying to decide what direction do I go in next. Will it be the historical saga calling to my heart? Or the action adventure? Or a mystery? Or another dip into the world of organized crime? I don't know. I just hope my muse will tell me what she wants to write next. How do you decide what to write next? Drop me a line and share.
The photo above describes exactly how I feel. I am so beyond happy that I finished my 6th novel on time and turned it in to meet my deadline. Yes. Yes. Yes. Why am I so happy? Simple I managed to write a 98K novel in the midst of going to nursing school and in the process I realized I can crank out a novel in less time than I thought I could. Though I wrote intermittently and not consecutively, it only took me 64 days to write my latest novel, Devious Little Lies. That's roughly 3 months and 4 days so if you think about it, in a perfect world I could write 3 novels a year. Okay, maybe I'm stretching. After all I do have to take real life into account, but still under the high stress and craziness I'm proud because I know I can do it. In the now 3 years since I've been writing I've switched from paranormal to fairytale retellings and now to mafia suspense. Believe it or not I've enjoyed all of the genres I've written in and I have plans to add a few more to my list and herein lies my current problem...what now? What next? I have no clue what to start on next and it's certainly not because I don't have ideas. I have a notebook full of them. So why can't I just pick something you ask? Because there are some things to consider. I miss writing paranormal with a passion. It was the first genre I started out in and my first love. Unfortunately unless you're a big name with a big fan base a lot of paranormals are not being picked up right now. The same for the fairytale retellings I was writing and falling in love with. So for now, they have to be on the backburner regardless of how much I want otherwise. It sounds all well and good to write what you love, but I love pretty much everything. And secondly, writing what you love may cause your novel to never get picked up if you're attempting to go the traditional route like I am. So for now I'm looking and pondering, making notes, moving things around and trying to decide what direction do I go in next. Will it be the historical saga calling to my heart? Or the action adventure? Or a mystery? Or another dip into the world of organized crime? I don't know. I just hope my muse will tell me what she wants to write next. How do you decide what to write next? Drop me a line and share.
April 2, 2015
HOW STEPPING OUT OF MY COMFORT ZONE PRODUCED DIRTY LITTLE SECRETS
Every author has their own little quirks when it comes to creating stories. For me, I've always loved the physical act of writing. A pen in my hand, a blank sheet of paper or a cool, hard back journal. It feels like I can connect with my story and characters on a deeper level if I'm putting down the words in my own handwriting. Of course it takes a lot longer to write a novel because your hand tends to get tired. Oh yeah, and there's the unfortunate realization that you still have to type up the story anyway if you want to send it anywhere. But stubbornly I refused to follow other authors and I painstakingly wrote my first four novels by hand and then typed them up. In the midst of my convoluted process, a few of my author friends teased me. Of course I tried to explain my rationale, but they still just laughed until one of them made it her mission to convince me to write a story on my laptop. Yes I'm talking about you my friend https://twitter.com/LicitRecidivist Of course I thought the whole idea was ludicrous. I had like 30 hardback journals lying around I bought for the specific purpose of filling with my novels. No way I was writing strictly by laptop. Nope. I was convinced my muse wouldn't speak to me. No way was this happening. But my friend kept pestering me to try it. Finally, weary from battle with her I agreed to give it a shot. Naturally I expected nothing to come of this. My muse was old fashioned like me. She likes pens and journals. And so I wrote the first sentence: "Last time I checked it was my name on the door." With that sentence written I sat there a moment and waited. And then the name of the character who was speaking popped into my head. Ava. (She's named after my favorite female character on General Hospital). So I plugged along and decided she'd be a kick ass businesswoman. I wrote a little more and then decided she'd be the beautiful young widow of a notorious mob boss. By this time I was really getting into it and before I knew it...I'd completed my first chapter. I couldn't believe it. My muse hadn't abandoned me. She was fully cooperating. Maybe Robin had been right. Maybe I could do this. And so with slightly more comfort than I initially thought I brought Dirty Little Secrets to life. So 6 months later, I'd given birth to a novel written all on my laptop and it was damn good. Good enough my agent loved it and was excited about. And finally it was good enough to get me my first book deal with a major publisher. Looking back over things, Dirty Little Secrets would have never come to life if it were not for Robin pushing me to step out of my comfort zone and try something new. And because of her I have completed a new novel in a new genre and now I'm halfway finished with my second novel written completely on the laptop. My muse is still with me and I'm inspired even more now to step out of my comfort zone and explore new things with my writing. It's amazing what one little push can do. Thanks Robin. I owe you.
Out JULY 21ST
February 16, 2015
WHY EVERY NOVEL SHOULD HAVE A PIECE OF YOU IN IT
WHY EVERY NOVEL SHOULD HAVE A PIECE OF YOU IN IT
I bet you're looking at the title of this post and wondering what kind of outlandish foolishness I'm proposing. Before you write me off let me explain. I'm currently writing my sixth full length novel and I think I've discovered some pretty amazing things as I continue to write and build my portfolio. What has occupied my thoughts lately is how every novel I've written contains a piece of me. What do I mean by that? With every finished novel I've either written about some past experience, a secret side to myself, my personality traits, a dream or fantasy I've had, my deepest pain or greatest desire and finally a chance to live life vicariously through someone else.
So what point am I making? Every thing you write should have a piece of you in. When you look back over your body of work, you should be able to see a theme, or pick out a certain issue that was on your mind when you wrote it. Let me give you a few examples.
GODDESS OF LEGEND
In my very first novel my heroine was so like me. Cameryn struggled with her self image and always felt that she was different or out of place. These are issues I've dealt with my entire life so while Cameryn Kane is her own woman, she is also very much a part of me.
GODDESS BY CHANCE
In my fourth novel, my heroine is strong willed and has a mother of an equally strong will. Arienne just wants to live her life on her own terms without feeling like she has to measure up to what her mother expects of her. Arienne is me. My mother and I are both strong willed women and we butt heads on the exact same issues as my heroine and her mother do. Life and art are truly one with this novel.
MY CURRENT WIP
In this sexy romantic suspense novel I'm exploring what it would be like to be a woman at the very top in a traditionally male domain, having the power to do whatever you want with no consequences and the joys of being with a younger man. This novel is all about exploring a fantasy and living vicariously through someone else.
Now do you see what I mean? With everything I write I can identify some subliminal thing that gets put into my novels. So when you pick up that pen or sit down at your keyboard, next time think about what little piece of you that you'd like to share with your readers. Sharing is caring and while you're creating your own little world you could be making a real difference in someone else's.
What are some common things or issues you've explored in your writing? What have you written that hits the closest to home in your life?
I bet you're looking at the title of this post and wondering what kind of outlandish foolishness I'm proposing. Before you write me off let me explain. I'm currently writing my sixth full length novel and I think I've discovered some pretty amazing things as I continue to write and build my portfolio. What has occupied my thoughts lately is how every novel I've written contains a piece of me. What do I mean by that? With every finished novel I've either written about some past experience, a secret side to myself, my personality traits, a dream or fantasy I've had, my deepest pain or greatest desire and finally a chance to live life vicariously through someone else.
So what point am I making? Every thing you write should have a piece of you in. When you look back over your body of work, you should be able to see a theme, or pick out a certain issue that was on your mind when you wrote it. Let me give you a few examples.
GODDESS OF LEGEND
In my very first novel my heroine was so like me. Cameryn struggled with her self image and always felt that she was different or out of place. These are issues I've dealt with my entire life so while Cameryn Kane is her own woman, she is also very much a part of me.
GODDESS BY CHANCE
In my fourth novel, my heroine is strong willed and has a mother of an equally strong will. Arienne just wants to live her life on her own terms without feeling like she has to measure up to what her mother expects of her. Arienne is me. My mother and I are both strong willed women and we butt heads on the exact same issues as my heroine and her mother do. Life and art are truly one with this novel.
MY CURRENT WIP
In this sexy romantic suspense novel I'm exploring what it would be like to be a woman at the very top in a traditionally male domain, having the power to do whatever you want with no consequences and the joys of being with a younger man. This novel is all about exploring a fantasy and living vicariously through someone else.
Now do you see what I mean? With everything I write I can identify some subliminal thing that gets put into my novels. So when you pick up that pen or sit down at your keyboard, next time think about what little piece of you that you'd like to share with your readers. Sharing is caring and while you're creating your own little world you could be making a real difference in someone else's.
What are some common things or issues you've explored in your writing? What have you written that hits the closest to home in your life?
January 19, 2015
PULLED IN TOO MANY DIRECTIONS
PULLED IN TOO MANY DIRECTIONS 
I'm sure in our every day lives we all feel a bit stretched thin, and pulled in too many directions. But what about in your writing life? For me that answer is a firm and loud YES! Ever since I started writing, I've been pulled in too many directions by my muse. What do I mean? Well I usually have a WIP I'm trying to finish before moving on to something new. But unfortunately for me, my muse usually has other ideas, such as me abandoning my current project and taking her advice to start on this shiny, new project that will be much more interesting than what I'm already working on. This never fails to happen to me. If I'm working on a paranormal, the muse is telling me I should be writing suspense. If I'm doing suspense, the muse is telling me I should try something new like a historical or thriller. This is a constant battle for me. I am happy to have the fresh ideas that my muse provides but I need her not to keep pulling me in so many directions. (Especially now when I'm on a deadline.) Being as firm as I can I try my best to put my muse's new ideas on pause until I complete my current WIP. But sometimes I get a little weak and am no longer able to fight the temptation of writing something on the new idea I've been provided with. Has this ever happened to you? If so, what do you do? Are there any projects your muse is currently tempting you to abandon? Drop me a line.
I'm sure in our every day lives we all feel a bit stretched thin, and pulled in too many directions. But what about in your writing life? For me that answer is a firm and loud YES! Ever since I started writing, I've been pulled in too many directions by my muse. What do I mean? Well I usually have a WIP I'm trying to finish before moving on to something new. But unfortunately for me, my muse usually has other ideas, such as me abandoning my current project and taking her advice to start on this shiny, new project that will be much more interesting than what I'm already working on. This never fails to happen to me. If I'm working on a paranormal, the muse is telling me I should be writing suspense. If I'm doing suspense, the muse is telling me I should try something new like a historical or thriller. This is a constant battle for me. I am happy to have the fresh ideas that my muse provides but I need her not to keep pulling me in so many directions. (Especially now when I'm on a deadline.) Being as firm as I can I try my best to put my muse's new ideas on pause until I complete my current WIP. But sometimes I get a little weak and am no longer able to fight the temptation of writing something on the new idea I've been provided with. Has this ever happened to you? If so, what do you do? Are there any projects your muse is currently tempting you to abandon? Drop me a line.
January 13, 2015
GENRE JUMPING
GENRE JUMPING
To jump or not to jump, that is the question...at least when it comes to switching genres. There are so many schools of thoughts on this topic as to why you should or should not make that leap of faith. In fact there is so much other information out there, that even though this post is titled "genre jumping," it's not about what you should or should not do. Then what am I talking about? I'm sharing my own plans for genre jumping and the inspiration behind them.
As many of you know I jumped into the publishing world by writing paranormal romance- The Demi-god Daughters series that includes Goddess of Legend and Goddess by Chance. I do have definite plans to write a third in this series, Goddess by Surrender and possibly a 4th novel. My inspiration for the series came from a love of the Greek myths.
I have also started another paranormal series- The Mermaids of Astaeria. Of the 3 books planned, 1.5 are complete. My inspiration for this series, Disney's The Little Mermaid and Splash. I love the paranormal genre and will probably always return to it. (Between you and me, I have at least 5 other standalone paranormal novels planned.)
As much as I love paranormal I also like variety and for that very reason I have branched out. My first mafia romance novel, Dirty Little Secrets recently sold to Samhain Publishing and I'm currently working on a follow up, Devious Little Lies. I tentatively have plans for 3 more mafia style books. Ever since I read about Al Capone, Lucky Luciano, and grew up to know who the infamous John Gotti was I've always been fascinated by the Mafia. I'm enjoying diving into this new genre and putting my spin on things, but I don't intend to stop here. I have plans.
I've written the first in what I hope to be a 5 book series called Fractured Fairytales where I put my own unique spin on some of the childhood fairytales I've grown up reading and watching. I can't wait to finish these and share them with the world.
Besides my fairytales I also have plans for a hot 4 book contemporary romance series following 4 cousins as they attempt to find love.
I also want to tackle writing a thriller and have one in the planning stages. Steve Berry and James Rollins are my inspirations for wanting to take a shot at this genre.
Moving right along, I have plans for a few novels in the romantic suspense genre. My inspiration for that is none other than the Lisa Jackson novels I've read.
And last but not least I want to write a historical novel and I have one outlined called, The Inheritance. After reading so many historical novels and researching my own family history I decided there was no reason I couldn't write this kind of story too.
So there you have it people, this author plans to genre jump and write in all the genres I love without fear, without worry. I love to read in all these genres I've named so why not take the leap of faith and create my own stories in them as well. So now that you've heard all of my crazy ideas and inspirations, tell me about you. Will you be making the leap of faith into another genre and if so which one?
To jump or not to jump, that is the question...at least when it comes to switching genres. There are so many schools of thoughts on this topic as to why you should or should not make that leap of faith. In fact there is so much other information out there, that even though this post is titled "genre jumping," it's not about what you should or should not do. Then what am I talking about? I'm sharing my own plans for genre jumping and the inspiration behind them.
As many of you know I jumped into the publishing world by writing paranormal romance- The Demi-god Daughters series that includes Goddess of Legend and Goddess by Chance. I do have definite plans to write a third in this series, Goddess by Surrender and possibly a 4th novel. My inspiration for the series came from a love of the Greek myths.
I have also started another paranormal series- The Mermaids of Astaeria. Of the 3 books planned, 1.5 are complete. My inspiration for this series, Disney's The Little Mermaid and Splash. I love the paranormal genre and will probably always return to it. (Between you and me, I have at least 5 other standalone paranormal novels planned.)
As much as I love paranormal I also like variety and for that very reason I have branched out. My first mafia romance novel, Dirty Little Secrets recently sold to Samhain Publishing and I'm currently working on a follow up, Devious Little Lies. I tentatively have plans for 3 more mafia style books. Ever since I read about Al Capone, Lucky Luciano, and grew up to know who the infamous John Gotti was I've always been fascinated by the Mafia. I'm enjoying diving into this new genre and putting my spin on things, but I don't intend to stop here. I have plans.
I've written the first in what I hope to be a 5 book series called Fractured Fairytales where I put my own unique spin on some of the childhood fairytales I've grown up reading and watching. I can't wait to finish these and share them with the world.
Besides my fairytales I also have plans for a hot 4 book contemporary romance series following 4 cousins as they attempt to find love.
I also want to tackle writing a thriller and have one in the planning stages. Steve Berry and James Rollins are my inspirations for wanting to take a shot at this genre.
Moving right along, I have plans for a few novels in the romantic suspense genre. My inspiration for that is none other than the Lisa Jackson novels I've read.
And last but not least I want to write a historical novel and I have one outlined called, The Inheritance. After reading so many historical novels and researching my own family history I decided there was no reason I couldn't write this kind of story too.
So there you have it people, this author plans to genre jump and write in all the genres I love without fear, without worry. I love to read in all these genres I've named so why not take the leap of faith and create my own stories in them as well. So now that you've heard all of my crazy ideas and inspirations, tell me about you. Will you be making the leap of faith into another genre and if so which one?
January 5, 2015
THE YEAR IN REVIEW & LOOKING FORWARD TO 2015
THE YEAR IN REVIEW & LOOKING FORWARD TO 2015
Happy New Year everyone. I'm back from vacation. At the end of every year you look back over everything that happened and you make goals for the next year. At least I do, when it comes to writing anyway. When it comes to my life Jesus take the wheel. But I digress. Despite some setbacks and unforeseen things, 2014 was pretty good to me as I continued on the road towards being a professional author.
January- I was blessed to sign with an agent, Nikki Terpilowski of Holloway Literary Agency. In a day and age where getting picked up by an agent is still a hard thing to do, I remain ever so grateful.
April- I complete the second novel in my Demi-God Daughters series, Goddess by Chance.
August- I complete my fifth novel, my first mob romance, Dirty Little Secrets.
November- Goddess by Chance is released by Evernight Publishing.
December- Dirty Little Secrets is sold to Samhain Publishing and expected to release Summer 2015.
So looking back over 2014, things were pretty darn good. I wrote 2 novels and both those novels have homes. I signed with an agent at the beginning of the year and by the end she had me a book deal. Yes 2014 was good to me in the pursuit of my dreams and I hope 2015 continues to be even better.
MY 2015 GOALS
1. To finish my second mob romance, Devious Little Lies and find a publishing home for it.
2. To start and complete my third Demi-god Daughters novel, Goddess by Surrender and find it a home at Evernight Publishing with the others in my series.
3. To finish Siren's Embrace, the second in my Mermaids of Astaeria series that has yet to find a publishing home. But I'm passionate about this story and this series and even if it does not find a traditional publishing home I will self publish it myself.
4. And if I'm really, super ambitious maybe I can start on the 1st novel in an edgy, contemporary romance series called Fated.
That's a lot in addition to keeping up my grades in nursing school so I can graduate, studying to pass my boards, looking for a job and hoping Mr. Right will finally decide to show up. It's a lot, but when you have a passion you have to put in the work to make sure that it goes somewhere and I intend to do just that.
I hope you all have an awesome year. What are you looking forward to in 2015? Let me know.
Happy New Year everyone. I'm back from vacation. At the end of every year you look back over everything that happened and you make goals for the next year. At least I do, when it comes to writing anyway. When it comes to my life Jesus take the wheel. But I digress. Despite some setbacks and unforeseen things, 2014 was pretty good to me as I continued on the road towards being a professional author.
January- I was blessed to sign with an agent, Nikki Terpilowski of Holloway Literary Agency. In a day and age where getting picked up by an agent is still a hard thing to do, I remain ever so grateful.
April- I complete the second novel in my Demi-God Daughters series, Goddess by Chance.
August- I complete my fifth novel, my first mob romance, Dirty Little Secrets.
November- Goddess by Chance is released by Evernight Publishing.
December- Dirty Little Secrets is sold to Samhain Publishing and expected to release Summer 2015.
So looking back over 2014, things were pretty darn good. I wrote 2 novels and both those novels have homes. I signed with an agent at the beginning of the year and by the end she had me a book deal. Yes 2014 was good to me in the pursuit of my dreams and I hope 2015 continues to be even better.
MY 2015 GOALS
1. To finish my second mob romance, Devious Little Lies and find a publishing home for it.
2. To start and complete my third Demi-god Daughters novel, Goddess by Surrender and find it a home at Evernight Publishing with the others in my series.
3. To finish Siren's Embrace, the second in my Mermaids of Astaeria series that has yet to find a publishing home. But I'm passionate about this story and this series and even if it does not find a traditional publishing home I will self publish it myself.
4. And if I'm really, super ambitious maybe I can start on the 1st novel in an edgy, contemporary romance series called Fated.
That's a lot in addition to keeping up my grades in nursing school so I can graduate, studying to pass my boards, looking for a job and hoping Mr. Right will finally decide to show up. It's a lot, but when you have a passion you have to put in the work to make sure that it goes somewhere and I intend to do just that.
I hope you all have an awesome year. What are you looking forward to in 2015? Let me know.
December 20, 2014
MY FAVORITE 10 BOOKS I'VE READ IN 2014
MY FAVORITE 10 BOOKS I'VE READ IN 2014
Well the year is rapidly approaching an end and as I look forward to some free time over the holidays, I'm taking a look back at some of the books I've read this year. Many of them have been out for some time and some are new releases. Either way, I'd like to share with you my top 10 favorite books I've read this year in no particular order.
1. BORN TO DIE by Lisa Jackson- A mystery/thriller with elements of romance and look-alikes being murdered at a rapid pace Read this novel.
2. THE ARRANGEMENT (THE RUSSIAN GUNS) by Bethany-Kris- Looking for a hot mob boss who runs his territory with an iron fist and red hot romance? Read this novel, the first in a 3 book series.
3. TWICE KISSED by Lisa Jackson- Another romantic mystery/thriller featuring sisters living vastly different lives with murder and disappearances.
4. BLINDFOLDED INNOCENCE by Alessandra Torre- Hot sex? A playboy hot shot lawyer and a young innocent intern. Oh yeah. Read this.
5. ANOTHER WOMAN'S MAN by Shelly Ellis- Successful woman with a past. Long lost father and spoiled half sister. Add in an attraction to sister's man and you have all the makings of a world class triangle. Meet the newest Gibbons girl.
6. IT AIN'T EASY BEING JAZZY by Quanie Miller- Looking for a romantic comedy that will keep you laughing? Interested in characters so like your own crazy family? You need to check out this novel.
7. THE BLOOD OF OLYMPUS by Rick Riordan- The last in the Heroes of Olympus series. Young demi-gods coming into their own. A battle it looks like can't be won. An exciting conclusion to a fantastic series.
8. RUTHLESS PEOPLE by J.J. McAvoy- A female mob boss who is the baddest to ever walk the Earth and an Irish boss who has finally met his match. Hot sex, violence and ruthlessness. Read this one.
9. BLOOD CHAINED by Eden Ashley- A new take on the siren myth, a complete fantasy world unlike anything you've ever read. Blood Chained is the third in the Dark Siren series. Check out Dark Siren and Banewolf to get caught up on the events unfolding in Blood Chained.
10. WHAT LIES BENEATH THE SURFACE by Perri Forrest- The second in the Pandora's Box series following the adventures of Private Investigator Brooklyn Kellog and her staff as they catch cheaters in their absolute worst.
And there's my list. What are some of your favorite novels you've read this year?
Well the year is rapidly approaching an end and as I look forward to some free time over the holidays, I'm taking a look back at some of the books I've read this year. Many of them have been out for some time and some are new releases. Either way, I'd like to share with you my top 10 favorite books I've read this year in no particular order.
1. BORN TO DIE by Lisa Jackson- A mystery/thriller with elements of romance and look-alikes being murdered at a rapid pace Read this novel.
2. THE ARRANGEMENT (THE RUSSIAN GUNS) by Bethany-Kris- Looking for a hot mob boss who runs his territory with an iron fist and red hot romance? Read this novel, the first in a 3 book series.
3. TWICE KISSED by Lisa Jackson- Another romantic mystery/thriller featuring sisters living vastly different lives with murder and disappearances.
4. BLINDFOLDED INNOCENCE by Alessandra Torre- Hot sex? A playboy hot shot lawyer and a young innocent intern. Oh yeah. Read this.
5. ANOTHER WOMAN'S MAN by Shelly Ellis- Successful woman with a past. Long lost father and spoiled half sister. Add in an attraction to sister's man and you have all the makings of a world class triangle. Meet the newest Gibbons girl.
6. IT AIN'T EASY BEING JAZZY by Quanie Miller- Looking for a romantic comedy that will keep you laughing? Interested in characters so like your own crazy family? You need to check out this novel.
7. THE BLOOD OF OLYMPUS by Rick Riordan- The last in the Heroes of Olympus series. Young demi-gods coming into their own. A battle it looks like can't be won. An exciting conclusion to a fantastic series.
8. RUTHLESS PEOPLE by J.J. McAvoy- A female mob boss who is the baddest to ever walk the Earth and an Irish boss who has finally met his match. Hot sex, violence and ruthlessness. Read this one.
9. BLOOD CHAINED by Eden Ashley- A new take on the siren myth, a complete fantasy world unlike anything you've ever read. Blood Chained is the third in the Dark Siren series. Check out Dark Siren and Banewolf to get caught up on the events unfolding in Blood Chained.
10. WHAT LIES BENEATH THE SURFACE by Perri Forrest- The second in the Pandora's Box series following the adventures of Private Investigator Brooklyn Kellog and her staff as they catch cheaters in their absolute worst.
And there's my list. What are some of your favorite novels you've read this year?
December 14, 2014
CHARACTER INTERVIEW- Arienne Alexandra Marcos
A CHARACTER INTERVIEW FROM GODDESS BY CHANCE ME: Today I have the pleasure of sitting down with the beautiful and immensely smart Arienne Alexandra Marcos. How are you today Arienne? A: I'm doing even better after that wonderful introduction. My head might have swelled just a bit. ME: Me nor anyone else will hold that against you. Trust me. A: I hope not. ME: Don't worry. Now let's get into it. What would you say is your greatest fear? A: Wow. You're making me have to hit the ground running on that one. Hmm. Honestly I'd probably say looking back over my life and feeling that I spent so much time basking in past regrets that I hadn't actually lived. ME: That's very profound. Why do you think that happens to people? A: Things go wrong and you get stuck in a cycle and instead of looking forward to what's ahead you stay stuck in the past. ME: You're taking it to school on that one. No speaking of the future, what are you looking forward to? A: A lifetime of love, passion, family and exploring the different facets of myself that I'd never really explored before. ME: Such as? A: My burgeoning sexual prowess. I never know I was such a wanton until Triton came into my life so I'm really exploring that side of myself. ME: There's no doubt in my mind that Triton is enjoying that. A: He is. Probably more than he should. ME: Well speaking of Triton, what would you say is the quality you like most about him? A: Another hard question. There are so many but if I had to only pick one I would say his heart. He doesn't show it to everyone and it's hard to get to, but when you're finally there the only thing you want in this entire world is to feel the entire depths of his love and give it back to him tenfold. ME: Truly spoken like a woman in love. A: I am. Very much so. ME: Now anyone who knows your story, knows that your path to love and a happily ever after has not been easy. How did you find the strength to forgive? A: It was the hardest thing I ever had to do. I held so much hurt and resentment inside. So much anger. When someone betrays you, all you want is their blood. To feel their pain. But when they come to you with true sincerity, ready to do whatever it takes to earn your trust and love again and they show you with their actions that they are serious, you have to forgive them. The greatest act of love or strength is to forgive. ME: Indeed it is. We hear so many times, in so many ways how powerful love and forgiveness is. A: It is. True strength is in opening yourself up. ME: I can tell just from speaking with you that you have been through a lot and as a result you've blossomed into such a self assured woman. Looking back now, what would you say is your biggest regret? A: Taking so long to open myself up to love. If I could do it all over again, I would've taken the leap of faith a lot sooner. ME: You live and you learn. A: Indeed. ME: Well Arienne thank you so much for taking the time to speak with me today. I wish you and Triton nothing but the absolute best. A: Thank you so much. I really appreciate that. ME: You're very welcome. If you haven't checked out Arienne's journey through love, betrayal and finding the strength to forgive, check out Goddess by Chance today: http://www.amazon.com/Goddess-Chance-Demi-God-Daughters-Book-ebook/dp/B00PI792E0/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1418492052&sr=1-1&keywords=goddess+by+chance+by+erin+ashley+tanner&pebp=1418492060968
November 26, 2014
CHARACTER INTERVIEW- Chris Triton
CHARACTER INTERVIEW Inside the Mind of Chris Triton What's the best way to learn more about a person? By asking someone exactly what you want to know. Today I'm sitting down with Chris Triton, one of the stars of the new Demi-god Daughters novel, Goddess by Chance.
ME: Chris, thank you so much for taking the time to speak with me today.
CT: First of all let's cut the Chris nonsense. My real name is Triton, Greek God of Calm Seas to those that didn't know.
ME: Forgive me. I didn't know if you wanted your real identity exposed to everyone.
CT: There's no time like the present.
ME: I agree. Well then, shall we get this interview started?
T: I'm ready whenever you are.
ME: Well let's get to the meat of things. What is your greatest fear?
T: Wow, no warning with that one. Straight to the gut. Hmm...Since I'm being honest, probably being alone with no one to love and truly care for you. Eternity gets lonely for everyone.
ME: I can't even imagine. So what would you say is your current state of mind now?
T: Absolute bliss. I have everything I could ever ask for. I love Arienne more than anything in this entire universe. Everyday is something to look forward to because she's here.
ME: It seems she's changed your life in a lot of ways.
T: She has. I started living again when I met her.
ME: So how do we classify you now? Hero? Reformed Villain? Stoic Anti-hero
T: Why so many labels? Geesh
ME: Well people want to know.
T: I know. I know. For all the inquiring minds I'm still the stoic anti-hero. Don't get me wrong. I'm a changed man, but if the time calls for it I can still be ruthless and will not hesitate to be so.
ME: I guess that says everything we need to know.
T: It should. Anything else you want to know?
ME: What is the quality you most like in a woman?
T: I have to pick just one?
ME: Try to.
T: Hmm...Well if I have to pick just one, then loyalty.
ME: Why loyalty?
T: Because while there are a lot of people who may claim to love you and may even believe that they do if they aren't loyal to you, it doesn't mean anything?
ME: I can't argue you with you on that point. You've made it abundantly clear disloyalty is the trait you most deplore in orders. Would I be correct?
T: Absolutely. Without a doubt.
ME: Now out of everything, what would you say is your biggest regret?
T: Denying my feelings for Arienne as long as I did. Trying to convince myself that love wasn't in my future anymore.
ME: Now that is an all too human feeling.
T: Indeed it is.
ME: But knowing what you know now, aren't you glad you finally gave in to what you felt?
T: More than you'll ever know.
ME: So what would you say the future holds for you now?
T: Happiness for all eternity. A life with the woman I love and lots and lots of babies.
ME: Lots of babies huh? Is Arienne on board with this?
T: I kind of still have to ask her.
ME: Be sure to let me know how that goes and thank you for sitting down with me today.
T: Thank you for having me.
ME: Chris, thank you so much for taking the time to speak with me today.
CT: First of all let's cut the Chris nonsense. My real name is Triton, Greek God of Calm Seas to those that didn't know.
ME: Forgive me. I didn't know if you wanted your real identity exposed to everyone.
CT: There's no time like the present.
ME: I agree. Well then, shall we get this interview started?
T: I'm ready whenever you are.
ME: Well let's get to the meat of things. What is your greatest fear?
T: Wow, no warning with that one. Straight to the gut. Hmm...Since I'm being honest, probably being alone with no one to love and truly care for you. Eternity gets lonely for everyone.
ME: I can't even imagine. So what would you say is your current state of mind now?
T: Absolute bliss. I have everything I could ever ask for. I love Arienne more than anything in this entire universe. Everyday is something to look forward to because she's here.
ME: It seems she's changed your life in a lot of ways.
T: She has. I started living again when I met her.
ME: So how do we classify you now? Hero? Reformed Villain? Stoic Anti-hero
T: Why so many labels? Geesh
ME: Well people want to know.
T: I know. I know. For all the inquiring minds I'm still the stoic anti-hero. Don't get me wrong. I'm a changed man, but if the time calls for it I can still be ruthless and will not hesitate to be so.
ME: I guess that says everything we need to know.
T: It should. Anything else you want to know?
ME: What is the quality you most like in a woman?
T: I have to pick just one?
ME: Try to.
T: Hmm...Well if I have to pick just one, then loyalty.
ME: Why loyalty?
T: Because while there are a lot of people who may claim to love you and may even believe that they do if they aren't loyal to you, it doesn't mean anything?
ME: I can't argue you with you on that point. You've made it abundantly clear disloyalty is the trait you most deplore in orders. Would I be correct?
T: Absolutely. Without a doubt.
ME: Now out of everything, what would you say is your biggest regret?
T: Denying my feelings for Arienne as long as I did. Trying to convince myself that love wasn't in my future anymore.
ME: Now that is an all too human feeling.
T: Indeed it is.
ME: But knowing what you know now, aren't you glad you finally gave in to what you felt?
T: More than you'll ever know.
ME: So what would you say the future holds for you now?
T: Happiness for all eternity. A life with the woman I love and lots and lots of babies.
ME: Lots of babies huh? Is Arienne on board with this?
T: I kind of still have to ask her.
ME: Be sure to let me know how that goes and thank you for sitting down with me today.
T: Thank you for having me.
November 10, 2014
GODDESS BY CHANCE- A New Release
GODDESS BY CHANCE
Well, it's that time again. I have been blessed to have the opportunity to release another novel. Releasing on November 12th from Evernight Publishing is the second novel in the Demi-god Daughters series...Goddess by Chance!
Blurb: Arienne Marcos is a librarian with a secret. She has super human strength, a genius level IQ and a goddess mother who is never satisfied. When Arienne lands on the radar of a god determined to use her for revenge, she has no idea what she is in for.
When Chris Triton enters her life, Arienne is unprepared for the long dormant feelings and blazing passion he arouses. While basking in her budding new relationship, Arienne is unprepared for the shattering event that nearly destroys her town and her entire life. In time, Arienne will discover that her new lover harbors secrets of his own that could be deadly. Along the way she will find herself caught in the center of an eons old grudge between gods with a thirst for revenge.
Interested yet? I hope so. I had a great time writing Goddess by Chance and I hope that you will love it as much as I do.
And if you haven't read the first in the Demi-god Daughters series, Goddess of Legend, there's still time to get caught up. http://www.amazon.com/Goddess-Legend-Demi-God-Daughters-Book-ebook/dp/B00FVGCZN8/ref=pd_rhf_gw_p_img_4
Well, it's that time again. I have been blessed to have the opportunity to release another novel. Releasing on November 12th from Evernight Publishing is the second novel in the Demi-god Daughters series...Goddess by Chance!
Blurb: Arienne Marcos is a librarian with a secret. She has super human strength, a genius level IQ and a goddess mother who is never satisfied. When Arienne lands on the radar of a god determined to use her for revenge, she has no idea what she is in for.
When Chris Triton enters her life, Arienne is unprepared for the long dormant feelings and blazing passion he arouses. While basking in her budding new relationship, Arienne is unprepared for the shattering event that nearly destroys her town and her entire life. In time, Arienne will discover that her new lover harbors secrets of his own that could be deadly. Along the way she will find herself caught in the center of an eons old grudge between gods with a thirst for revenge.
Interested yet? I hope so. I had a great time writing Goddess by Chance and I hope that you will love it as much as I do.
And if you haven't read the first in the Demi-god Daughters series, Goddess of Legend, there's still time to get caught up. http://www.amazon.com/Goddess-Legend-Demi-God-Daughters-Book-ebook/dp/B00FVGCZN8/ref=pd_rhf_gw_p_img_4
