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Aug 03, 2012 09:33PM
Kristine, your books look really good. Have already put them onto my tbr.
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Tammy wrote: "Great question, I'm excited for Rachel's book :) "Me too!!!
UniquelyMoi *~*Dhestiny*~* wrote: "I don't know if you want to answer this or not, but how much of Rachel's disability will she overcome? Will there be a miraculous total healing?And no worries if you'd rather not answer that."
Dhes - people with spinal cord injuries rarely recover, especially when their injury is as old as hers. I try to make my books as realistic as possible, so no miraculous healings :)
Rachel's book will focus more on her learning to have a "normal" relationship with a man despite her limitations. She will have a lot of internal conflicts to get passed, as will the hero, before they can be happy together. And of course, there will be a villain to shake things up :)
Tammy wrote: "UniquelyMoi *~*Dhestiny*~* wrote: "I don't know if you want to answer this or not, but how much of Rachel's disability will she overcome? Will there be a miraculous total healing?And no worries i..."
Thank you, Tammy! I'm still working on coming up with a great plot for it, something worthy of such a strong character.
Awilk wrote: "Kristine, your books look really good. Have already put them onto my tbr."Yay! Thank you so much, Awilk :) Feel free to ask any questions you may have.
Kristine wrote: "Becs wrote: "Hey Kristine!! I've not read your books yet but they do sound interesting - I'm definitely going to be checking them out.I would be very interested to hear which authors you persona..."
Thanks Kristine!! That's really fascinating. Lover Reborn was one of my 5 star reads this year too.
Lorraine - Lover of Jellybeans wrote: "Got a question with a bit of a spoiler...[spoilers removed]"
Ah yes. Nitro is one of those characters who starts out as a small side character and becomes hugely important to the story. I can't tell you much about him except that you will see more of him in the series . The mystery continues :)
BTW, here's my model for Nitro. Switch out the tatoo and it's a perfect match :)
Kristine wrote: "I try to make my books as realistic as possible, so no miraculous healings :)"I'm sorry for Rachel, but glad to hear this. I've found myself wanting stories where people with real physical limitations overcome them by learning to deal with them. There are so many people out there who lead amazing lives and do so with disabilities.
I'm very much looking forward to her story!!!
UniquelyMoi *~*Dhestiny*~* wrote: "Kristine wrote: "I try to make my books as realistic as possible, so no miraculous healings :)"I'm sorry for Rachel, but glad to hear this. I've found myself wanting stories where people with rea..."
Exactly. And in my small way, I'd like to give them a voice and a chance to shine :)
Lorraine - Lover of Jellybeans wrote: "Awww, I think I like him even more now ! [spoilers removed]Off to check out the rest of this group !"
Glad to hear that, Lorraine! And I think you'll like this group. They certainly have great taste in books :)
Kristine wrote: "Exactly. And in my small way, I'd like to give them a voice and a chance to shine :) "Yep!!!
KRISTINEYouv'e discussed certain scenes that were your favorite to write,after both books were done was there any time after that you wished you had written one differently? Or had written/created one of your characters different? And as these characters/story come to an end will it be easy to slip into another?
If an "aspiring" author to be asked you what your best advise is to starting out to write their first book..what would you tell them?
Kristine, I confess I haven't read your books yet, but I know I'll remedy that situation within the next week or so .... maybe even today since I just finished a book. ;DAnyhooo, I find it so fascinating that you're an independent author (and exciting -- I applaud you) and I'm wondering how much of a grind that is. I know you have the benefit of not having publisher deadlines and disappointments, but you also have all the responsibility. Do you find that to be really stressful, especially since you also have a day job?
Also, what kinds of things do you have to do for yourself that would normally be taken care of by the publisher?
Kristine, do you have a photo of what Kaden would look like?
Sandi *~The Pirate Wench~* wrote: "KRISTINEYouv'e discussed certain scenes that were your favorite to write,after both books were done was there any time after that you wished you had written one differently? Or had written/created..."
Sandi - these are great questions.
Anything I would have done differently? Well, in Deadly Obsession, I never intended for the identity of the stalker to be a huge secret. I didn't make the characters name clear right away because in any suspense book, you feed info to the reader slowly. Otherwise, there's no thrill. But, the flip side is that some readers expected this to be more of a mystery, more of a who-dunnit. So, in retrospect, I could have either a)made it harder to figure out who the stalker is, or b)made clear the stalker's identity from the start. Either choice would have had impacts on the entire story. As they say, hindsight is always 20/20 :)
One of the good things about writing a series is that it postpones the inevitable goodbyes. I'm not looking forward to ending the Deadly Vices series. I've grown quite attached to these brave men and women! To make this easier on myself, I've started a second series that features firefighters from Seattle's Technical Rescue Team. I'm hoping that by having several projects going in parallel, I'll save myself some grief.
Advice for new writers:
1) create a writing schedule. If you can only write 15 minutes, 3 times a week, that's okay. But stick to it. Ideally, try to write everyday, same time usually works best.
2) keep learning - read craft books, take classes, attend conferences and workshops. Writing styles change and new techniques are always been created. Keep learning and you'll get better and better.
3) Keep reading - some writers say that they never read while they are in writing mode because they are afraid to plagiarize. Okay, that's their choice. But I don't see how that is possible. Everyone's story and characters are different. Sure sometimes similar events happen, but that's not because you're copying, it's because that's life. It's how you write that event that makes all the difference. My critique partner and I both have scenes in our first book involving rohypnol. Does that mean we plagiarized each other? Not at all. The scenes and the impact of those scenes on the characters couldn't be more different.
Reading is one of the best ways to learn about great writing. Whenever you read a book/chapter/scene and you find a passage that works particularly well for you, or that doesn't work at all, stop and reread it. Try to figure out why you like it or why you don't. What's working and what isn't. This kind of analysis will help you with your own writing.
KRISTINE:Thank you so much for expressing your feelings about your books and characters! Even though I havent read them yet I can tell you have put your heart and soul into both,and I am really looking forward to reading them and any new series you come out with! The reading will be even more of a pleasure since we were able to talk to you and discuss the books,characters,and your personal thoughts and feelings on writing them. And what great advice for anyone out there who is thinking of trying their hand at writing.It's so nice when an author takes the time out in their busy schedule to talk to her readers:)
Lorraine - Lover of Jellybeans wrote: "Kristine, do you have a photo of what Kaden would look like?"I sure do! Meet Kaden Christiansen :)
Thanks :) familiar face, and not a bad one ;)
Lorraine - Lover of Jellybeans wrote: "Thanks :) familiar face, and not a bad one ;)"Not a bad one at all :) I think I might have a bit of trouble finding a good stock image, but I can dream. LOL.
:) can't wait for the book to come out Kristine, you know ?
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Lorraine - Lover of Jellybeans wrote: ":) can't wait for the book to come out Kristine, you know ?"Lorraine - I know :) I hope my rescue team stories can tide you over until then.
Lady Danielle aka The Book Huntress wrote: "Hi Kristine. I am hoping to start Deadly Obsessions today, but I wanted to drop in and thank you for taking the time to chat with us. It's very interesting to hear about your writing process and ..."Danielle - you're very welcome. And I'd like to add my thanks to the group and the wonderful moderators for inviting me. I'm loving this chance to talk to readers :)
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Here's a longish excerpt for those of you who haven't read Deadly Obsession yet. I'll post one of Deadly Addiction later on :) Enjoy!Excerpt from Deadly Obsession by Kristine Cayne Copyright 2012
“Lift your outside knee and anchor your leg with your foot.” Lauren checked the scene through the camera lens. Then she adjusted the position of his raised knee, angling it toward the edge of the bed.
Although her touch was light, Nic’s skin burned where her hand wrapped around his knee. He wanted her to slide her fingers higher ….
Rein it in, lover boy. With the stalker breathing down his neck, jealous of the women around him, the timing couldn’t be worse. He wanted to get to know Lauren, not get her killed.
Oblivious to her effect on him, Lauren backed away. “Perfect. Now raise your right arm and grab the headboard.” She reached into one of her cargo pockets. “I’m going to hand you a knife. Hold it in your left hand and place the blade flat on your left thigh.”
“Lorna dear, is that really necessary?” Vivian asked, her voice coated with high-fructose corn syrup.
Lauren made a face. “The shot won’t work without the knife.”
Nic glanced at Vivian and frowned. “Lauren knows what she’s doing. She’s a professional.”
Vivian flashed him a broad smile, then turned to Lauren. “Of course she is, darling.” Sarcasm dripped from her voice like venom from a viper’s fangs.
“Viv, play nice.” She wanted the best for him, but if she didn’t tone it down, she’d ruin the shoot.
Lauren unsheathed a long silver bayonet and handed it to him. As he followed her instructions, she checked the composition of the shot. A frown marred her forehead.
“I’m not getting this right, am I?” he asked.
“Almost. But the knife needs to be higher.” As she leaned over his shoulder, she very slowly slid her hand along his leg, pulling his hand higher until the blade lay diagonally along his upper thigh, pointing to his groin. He sucked in a breath. His muscles quivered under the warmth of her hand, so close to where he wanted it to be. “I won’t hurt you,” she said in her low sexy voice.
“Too late for that, ma chère.” He groaned at the thought of her hand on his cock.
Her face coloring, she snatched her hand back and returned to her camera. “Perfect,” she said, taking shots from different angles. Out of nowhere, a wave of exhaustion crashed over him. He yawned widely and his eyelids drooped. “Hey, Nic. You okay?”
“Just tired. Vivian, could you get me some more coffee?”
“Whatever you need, darling,” Vivian said as she refilled his cup. “How much longer will this take, Lorna?
Rolling her eyes, Lauren turned to Nic. “Just a few more shots, then we’re done.” She walked around the bed. “Lie on your side, please.”
Grinning, he grabbed the pillow and placed it under his head as if settling down for the night. Now that was an idea. He was so damn tired.
“Maybe you could rest your elbow on the pillow and hold your head up?”
Trying to get some more hands-on action, he placed his hand behind his neck, crooking his head back at an awkward angle. When she shook her head, Nic swallowed a laugh. She set her camera on the nightstand and tugged on his shoulder to pull it forward. He resisted and, when she let go, rolled onto his back. Eyes closed, he lay there, waiting.
Lauren shook his shoulder. “Nic.”
He opened his eyes and met her concerned gaze. What the hell was wrong with him? He’d spent most of the night watching TV, but still…
He’d never fallen asleep on the job.
A loud commotion in the hallway startled him. Heart pounding, he jack-knifed in the bed. The door flew open and slammed against the wall. Without waiting to see who it was, he jumped up and pulled Lauren back. With the bed between her and the door, he pushed her to the floor. If the assailant had a gun, she’d be safe. Feet apart, fists clenched, he turned to face the intruder.
Relief crashed over Nic when he recognized several members of the paparazzi squeezing into the room. He helped Lauren to her feet. Her eyes were glazed with confusion. Coming here without a bodyguard had been more than stupid; it had been irresponsible. The reporters would wonder why he’d reacted so aggressively, and he absolutely didn’t want them to catch wind of his troubles with the stalker. He owed it to Vivian to turn this near fiasco into a photo op.
There was only one solution. With a resigned sigh, he pulled Lauren close, crushing her breasts against his chest.
“Oh no, you don’t,” she hissed. “I’m not one of your Paparazzi Girls.”
She wasn’t happy, but what could he do? Nic The Lover always found a Paparazzi Girl when cameras were around. His gaze darted between her and the photographers. He arched a brow.
She rolled her eyes. “Fine. Do it.”
He bent down and brushed his lips against hers. For the first few seconds, she didn’t kiss him back, but she didn’t push him away, either. Then, on a sigh, she leaned into him and her arms locked around his neck. His tongue darted out to taste her bottom lip. Mmm… cherry—his new favorite flavor. When her mouth opened, he didn’t hesitate.
He dove in. And drowned.
He’d meant this to be a quick kiss, only he couldn’t stop. His lips traced a path to her throat. Cupping her bottom with his hands, he lifted her up, grinding against her. She moaned. It was a beautiful sound, one he definitely wanted to hear again.
A loud noise pierced the fog of his lust. He raised his head from where he’d been nuzzling Lauren’s apple-scented neck to tell whoever it was to fuck off, but as the sexual haze cleared, he swallowed the words. The paparazzi had gathered around, applauding and calling out crude encouragements. Some snapped photos while others rolled film. Shit. He’d pay for this fuck-up and so would she.
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Pamela(AllHoney) wrote: "Awesome! Now I'll have to get to it quicker."I know you'll enjoy it!!!
Pamela(AllHoney) wrote: "Love reading about firefighters! Looking forward to the series and also continuing the Deadly Vices series."Thank you, Pamela! Let me just say that finding images for inspiration has been no hardship at all :D
Pamela(AllHoney) wrote: "Awesome! Now I'll have to get to it quicker."*grin* That's what I like to hear :)
Kristine wrote: " I know :) I hope my rescue team stories can tide you over until then."Yay ! can't wait for these ones too !
Lorraine - Lover of Jellybeans wrote: "Kristine wrote: " I know :) I hope my rescue team stories can tide you over until then."Yay ! can't wait for these ones too !"
The anthology comes out in September, so not too long to wait :)
Ladies, would you like a little Rémi with your morning coffee? Here's a short excerpt from Deadly Addiction. I'll post a few more during the day :)Excerpt from Deadly Addiction by Kristine Cayne Copyright 2012
Closing her eyes, Alyssa pressed the glass of water to her neck. “I can do the talking if that makes you feel any better.”
Although Rémi heard the words, it would have taken an act of Parliament to get him to respond.
The heat of her skin caused the condensation on the glass to liquefy. Like a tractor-beam, his gaze followed a drop of water as it slid down the long pale column of her neck, followed the curve of her right breast and slipped under the collar of her blue cotton T-shirt into the V of her cleavage. Oh fuck. He wanted to be that drop of water. He wanted to be snuggled between her warm ripe breasts. His cock swelled and lengthened, letting him know that it wanted to be there too.
He squeezed his eyes shut and willed his hard-on away. This wasn’t the time and certainly not the place for Mr. Happy to make an appearance. But the more he tried not to think about where the drop had gone, the more he did. He’d thought he was a leg man, but he knew the truth now. It had slapped him in the face. He was a breast man. An “Alyssa’s breasts” man, and he fucking wanted to see them, to feel them, to taste them. Right now.
Oh which makes me think... would you consider adding one last chapter to Deadly Addiction? There is one BIG question I need an answer for !!! (view spoiler) hehehe ;)
Lorraine - Lover of Jellybeans wrote: "Oh which makes me think... would you consider adding one last chapter to Deadly Addiction? There is one BIG question I need an answer for !!! [spoilers removed] hehehe ;)"LOL! I actually did have a scene in it where he does that, but then I cut it. Didn't want to turn the book into a "how-to" :D
hahaha ! I guess keeping the mystery has a certain effect too :)
Ladies, it's hot as heck here where I am, which happens to be less than an hour away from the setting of Deadly Addiction. On a similar day in the book, Rémi takes Alyssa on a canoe ride. Here's a little peek at their adventure.Excerpt from Deadly Addiction by Kristine Cayne copyright 2012
Rémi slipped his hand under the back of Alyssa's tank top and was suddenly very thankful to the seagulls. Her skin was sun-warmed and soft as feathers. He continued to rub her back and she continued to smile at him, her hand caressing his chest. What was he doing? His mind froze, but his hand kept stroking her. He had to stop, had to send her back to the bow before things got any more heated.
But he didn’t move, not an inch. He wasn’t even breathing, afraid to ruin the moment. She shifted in his arms, the movement bringing her closer. His thumb grazed her beautiful breast. His pulse raced and he had to fight to keep his hand where it was and not let it roam to the nipple he could feel poking into his chest.
Alyssa tilted her chin and pressed her lips to his in a soft kiss. “Thank you for bringing me here.” She pushed herself up and carefully crawled back to her seat.
Rémi watched, chest pounding, breath coming in gasps as though he’d swum here from the boat launch instead of leisurely paddling. On the other hand, she didn’t seem all that bothered. Except for the red tint to her cheeks. Was that a sexual flush or sunburn? Either way, he had to get her on land before he did something stupid like jump her here and capsize the canoe.
He’d bitched at Corey this morning, but he understood the visceral need you could have for something. Or someone. The wanting, the fantasizing. The overwhelming desire to possess it regardless of the consequences.
Glancing back, Alyssa gave him a crooked smile that shot straight to his groin. What was it about this woman? She was wrong for him in so many ways. Ways that could hurt him. Ways that could destroy him. But right now, he couldn’t care less.
As he adjusted his stroke to hers, he shifted in his seat, tugging on his shorts to relieve the pressure she’d caused. He had to get his head on straight. Or did he? Maybe what he really needed was to get her out of his system. If he had sex with her once or twice—
Just the thought of having her under him sent a full body shiver rippling over him. And his cock hardened even more. How many times would be enough? He had no idea, but the way he was feeling right now, he was good for at least two or three times. Without a break. He let out a long sigh.
Not. In. The. Canoe.
Oh, I loved that part, Kristine! I felt like I was there with them. I WANTED to be there, in the canoe, gliding across the water.Thank you for sharing that!
UniquelyMoi *~*Dhestiny*~* wrote: "Oh, I loved that part, Kristine! I felt like I was there with them. I WANTED to be there, in the canoe, gliding across the water.Thank you for sharing that!"
You're welcome, Dhes! I haven't had many occasions to go canoeing but I love being on the water, so it wasn't much of a stretch to imagine this scene and the beauty of it. I really enjoyed writing it.
Although not as much as what follows :)
The only time I went canoeing my brother drove us into some bush and a frog jumped out of it and straight onto me. I totally freaked out ! It's great fun though !
Lorraine - Lover of Jellybeans wrote: "The only time I went canoeing my brother drove us into some bush and a frog jumped out of it and straight onto me. I totally freaked out ! It's great fun though !"Haha! That's a great story, Lorraine. If it had been Rémi in the canoe instead of your brother... you might have jumped into his arms like Alyssa did :)
I never thought about it that way lol ! *sigh*
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I won't share my canoeing experience with my high school boyfriend. *clears throat* or what went on inside said canoe.
Kristine, do you create playlists for each book as you're writing it? If so, can you share some of the songs that had the greatest impact, or most inspired the stories?
UniquelyMoi *~*Dhestiny*~* wrote: "I won't share my canoeing experience with my high school boyfriend. *clears throat* or what went on inside said canoe."Whoo-hoo! Now there's a story I'd love to hear :D
Pamela(AllHoney) wrote: "ok, I will confess my only canoe experience resulted with me and my hubby in the water. My fault and hubby never lets me forget it."LOL, Pamela. Maybe someday you'll be able to laugh at it with him :)
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