Interview with Toni Aleo

When did you know writing was for you?I think I knew when I was fourteen, writing Backstreet Boys fanfiction. I was the best one out there! I had a website and all kinds of cool stuff! It was awesome! I was horrible at writing sex scenes though. I was a virgin, so my stuff was ridiculous. I found a box full of my writing a couple months ago, and I just giggled. 
 How would you describe your books?Fun. Emotional. Intense. Steamy. It’s a Happily Ever After. I love a good love story and I think mine meet those requirements of the hot hero, and the relatable heroine. I don’t like heroines that you have nothing in common with or are to fake. I think my characters face real issues and grow. And most of all love.  
What is the hardest part of the writing process for you?When I get stuck. I wrote Taking Shots and Trying to Score for 10 months straight. I have been working on Empty Net since January, and I am stuck. BLAH! Its driving me insane! Other than that, when it comes it comes and I am just too happy for words! 
How is writing a series different from a stand alone novel?I like series, you get to see the characters from past books in the new. I knew that Elli and Shea’s story couldn’t be over. People would want to see them grow, so I decided to write a series. When I tried to write a stand alone novel, it just did not work, and I knew I was meant to write a hockey series.  
What are your favorite genres to read?I am a hopeless romantic. I only read romances. I tried YA but I felt weird reading about kids, falling in love with a 14 year old when your 28 is kinda weird so I tend to keep to adult reads. Then I can lust after guys my age! Hehe!
What do you want readers to take away from your story?Love, I guess. I want you to feel good inside and be happy that you took that ride with my characters. They are an amazing bunch, and I love them dearly. 
 How important do you think social media is for authors these days?I think it is a huge importance. I have been involved in social media since the beginning. Facebook and Twitter are huge and it connects you with so many people across the world.  
What would be your advice to aspiring writers?Just do it. If you want to write, then write. Don’t give up and don’t let anyone else tell you differently.
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