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Romance with a Serrated Edge

Hi folk! Well look what I found!
Nancee Cain is getting ready for a release of her new novel Saving Evengeline on the 26th May 2015!
Romance with a serrated edge.
Saving Evangeline, 2014 Winner of the Linda Howard Award of Excellence, Write Magic

Evangeline is the town pariah. Everyone knows she’s crazy and was responsible for the death of her last boyfriend. Even her mother left her and moved cross-country. Lonely and desperate, Evie decides to end her life.

Rogue angel Remiel longs to return to earth, but there’s just one problem. He tends to invite trouble and hasn’t been allowed back since Woodstock. The Boss sends him to save Evangeline, but there’s a catch: he can’t reveal his angelic nature, and he must complete the task as Father Remiel Blackson.

Forced together on a cross-country trip, a forbidden romance ignites and love unfolds. A host of heavenly messengers tries to intervene, but Remiel and Evangeline are headed on a collision course to disaster. Will his love save her, or will they both be lost forever?

Sounds pretty cool right? Of course it does, so I grabbed Nancee to ask her the usual questions to which she graciously agreed!!
So here it is... Meet, Nancee Cain, Author.

Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written/want to write?
I'm a nurse by day in the field of addiction and a writer at night. I've written one paranormal, and I have a series (stand alones with recurring characters) of contemporary romances I hope to get published.

Me: Judging by this one, I am sure you will do great hon, welcome to the crazy-train!

What Genre do you write, and what genre do you enjoy reading?
I write paranormal and contemporary romances. I enjoy reading all kinds and have a special weakness for a good Regency.

Me: I will say, a lot of Authors in this genre has a soft spot for Regency, I wonder why that is?

What is the name of your latest book/s and what inspired it?
My first book, Saving Evangeline will be released 5/26/15 with Omnific Publishing. It was my 2013 Nanowrimo project and stemmed from a dream. I often wonder if I had seen a commercial for It's A Wonderful Life prior to going to bed.

Me: That is really amazing! Nanowrimo truly does great things for aspiring authors!

Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I'm pretty disciplined and get up at 3 AM every day (unless off work) and attempt to write for at least an hour.

Me: *sigh* Envy from me right there, I am truly the most disorganised writer I know!

What authors, or books have influenced you?
Oh, this is a tough one. So many have influenced me. Neil Gaiman, Debra Anastasia, Kathleen Woodiwiss's books were my first "sneak" reads from my Mom's bookshelf. I read a variety of things and get something from all writing.

Me: Oh did you see! She said my magic words - Neil Gaiman!! YAY!

What are you working on now?
I'm toying with another paranormal that is proving to be quite interesting.

Me: Well, all paranormals are interesting LOL, looking forward to see what you conjure up!

What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I'm always on social media, it's an addiction, facebook, twitter. I have a website and a blog, too.  I'll post the links all together.

Me: That sounds like a plan! Social media has been good to us.

Do you have any advice for new authors like yourself?
Write. Write every day. Even if it is just one word or a sentence. Even if you know in your heart you will probably delete it later. Write daily. Now, that being said, this doesn't work for everyone. So find what works for you.

Me: Sound advice and something many of us advocate! Thank you!

What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Learn your craft and connect with others in the field. Not many (if any of us) wake up with the ability to just write a book. My critique partner took me to my first Romance Writer's of America chapter meeting (Shout out to my Southern Magic friends) and they have been helpful and supportive.

Me: This is vital, actually. To go at it alone, is tough and depressing for me. Though Admittedly, I get distracted by my Author friends, wanting to cheer them along at times, instead of writing. 

From beginning to end, how long does/did it take you to write your book?
This book was done in 60 days (first draft) because of Nanowrimo. I tend to overedit/write the beginning. Nanowrimo forces one to push onward with that critical first draft.

Me: Still not bad for a beginning to end project! Nice!

What are you reading now?
An hysterically funny book, Vibrizzio by Nicki Elson

Me: And now it is on my 'To be Read' list hehe

What’s next for you as a writer?
Trying to get my other books out there!

Me: You can do it!!

Tell us something very few people know about you!
I am Sylvain Reynard's biggest fan. I semi-stalk him in a non-scary way on social media. Oh, wait...everyone knows that about me.

Hmmm, I met my hubby at a bar. He wanted to take me home, but even though I was interested, I refused. I told him, "I saw Looking for Mr. Goodbar." However, I wanted to, I fell in love with him the first night I met him.

Me: I think we fangirl over at least one Author. My sweet spot is Guy Bailley's romances! ARGH! Your romance with hubby sounds a bit like mine! 20 years later, and he will tell you "She's still the best one night stand I've ever had!" 

What is your favorite book of all time?
To Kill a Mockingbird. Atticus Finch is my ultimate book hero!

Me: I KNOW RIGHT!! 


So where can we stalk *coughs* I mean, how can we get in touch with you and your work? 










 

I have to thank all of you reading, and of course Nancee too, for taking the time to spend with us. It is always exciting to see how someone progress, and we'll be keeping a keen eye on this lady!!

#Romance #PNR #NewAuthor

Busting Monday Blues!! YIP YIP!

Let's dive right in, as I have some catching up to do! Let's quickly see what I got in mah bag of tricks for you!!
Today I would like to introduce you to the lovely
Cheryllynn Dyess.
Cheryllynn's vivid imagination comes through in all she does in life. Her writing started in junior high and although she never truly shared her work until recently she kept them hidden away in an old tattered orange folder. Original works she wrote from 1984 still holding ink on the pages are now being shared. Science Fiction and Fantasy are her favorite genres with mystery and thrillers in close running.

Born in Northwest Florida and raised in Southeast Georgia she gained a love for nature and the outdoors. After almost twenty years in the health care industry and obtaining her Bachelors of Science in Healthcare Administration/Healthcare Information Systems she has returned to her love of writing. Currently living in Central Texas with two of her three children, she has begun a new chapter in life that has opened her heart and soul to many great adventures. Her dreams are to one day return to her native homes and settle in for life with her kids and all her family and to continue writing.

Sheryl brings to us a HOST of stories in the paranormal romance genre-  really, you should check out her Amazon profile page!
You can also find her works here!

Amazon              Barnes& Noble             iTunes (iBooks)        Kobo          Smashwords       Scribd

But today, Cheryllynn Dyess wants to bring our attention to a new work of hers. 

Elizabeth has gone through so much lately with her mother's passing. Now she lives with her aunts and she has begun to have nightmares. Only her nightmares are not nightmares at all, but spirit walks.

Elizabeth never knew she belonged to a family of witches that dates back centuries. It is believed that she is the strongest one of all. She never knew her father was alive or that she had a twin brother. Now she must learn about a world she never knew existed. She has to learn to embrace her heritage and figure out how to defeat the Council. They are conspiring to destroy the structure of coexisting in this new society that her ancient people hold dear. Night after night her dreams reveal so much more....but are they only dreams?

So stop by, have a gander and let us know what you thought of it all!
Where can we stalk this lady? We'll I'm glad you asked!

Amazon Author Page   Authors Den   Blog   Email 
Facebook   Goodreads   Google+   Personal Website
Pinterest   Smashwords   Tumblr    Tsu    Twitter

In the mean time, thank you Cheryllynn Dyess, for bringing us this little snippet from your world,
thank you guys for reading and supporting, ESPECIALLY while my PC was being daft.
And look out, later today I'm telling you about Book3 in Kyra's story by Emily Jane.

xxx

Adri.