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Character Interview: Devin Jones @SynithiaW #RLFblog
A Heart to Heal Synithia Williams, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. We’re excited
to interview your character, Devin Jones from the book, A Heart to Heal.Genre: Contemporary RomancePublisher: Crimson RomanceCover artist: Crimson RomanceLength: approx 240 pagesHeat rating: SensualBlurb:Shayla Monroe fled her hometown of Helena, South Carolina,
after a shocking situation broke the heart of the only guy she’d ever loved. Years
later, after losing her job in Atlanta
with her name once again shrouded in scandal, she has nowhere to go but home.Now a devastatingly handsome and well-respected man, Devin Jones
became a successful doctor as a way to forget Shayla’s betrayal. When she returns
as infamously as she left, he plans to put aside old feelings and treat her as any
other person in town. But after looking into her soft brown eyes, the feelings he
thought long dead quickly rush to the surface.Ignoring rumors, disapproval from family and friends, and promises
to avoid each other, the two become friends … then lovers. Devin wants all or
nothing, but Shayla, haunted by her past, is afraid their relationship will damage
what’s left of her reputation. Can two broken hearts survive the fight against past
and present demons to heal and find love?Buy links:Crimson Romance: http://www.crimsonromance.com/crimson-romance-ebooks/crimson-romance-books-by-author/synithia-williams/What are your main characters’ names, ages, and occupations?Hero: Devin Jones, 35, DoctorHeroine: Shayla Monroe, 34, Unemployed due to an unfortunate incidentInterview with Devin Jones
Tell us about yourself.Let’s see, I have my own medical practice in my hometown of Helena, SC.
I grew up here and always knew I wanted to come back and practice medicine. I became
interested medicine after my mom died of a brain aneurysm when I was in high school.
It was unexpected and difficult for me and my dad. I’m constantly on my dad about
his health now. Personally, I enjoy playing basketball with my friends and spending
time with my dad.Tell us about Shayla.Shayla. My dad says I’ve been trying to figure her out since
we were kids, and honestly he’s right. I knew who she was growing up, but it wasn’t
until high school when she braided my hair one summer that we connected. What can
I say, we just clicked. She became my best friend, the one person I could count
on. I had a crush on her, but never wanted to follow it up. Her dad had a reputation
that spilled over on her. So many guys were trying to push up on her. I was happy
to just be her friend. Unfortunately, something happened and it tore us apart. We
went years without speaking. When she first came back to town, rumors were flying
about what she’d gotten into. That’s the thing with Shayla, there are always rumors
about her situation. Usually unfounded…some legitimate. But that’s who she is.
She looked for love in all the wrong places. I’m ready to show her that she doesn’t
have to look anymore. I’ll never understand her, never have a dull moment with her,
and never stop loving her.What do you think is your strongest point?My strongest point? Hmmm. I’m the one my friends always come
to for advice. I pride myself on my ability to remain rational in tense situations.
Except when it comes to Shayla. I can never keep my cool where she’s concerned.What would Shayla say is your strongest point?I’m patient. She isn’t. When she’s impatient or nervous she taps
her hand or foot. I can usually calm her down. She seems to like that about me.What would Shayla say is your biggest weakness?Her. She used to think I deserved someone better. It took awhile
for her to realize she’s had my heart from the moment we met.What was it like where you grew up?My hometown hasn’t changed much. I grew up, and still live in,
Helena, SC.
It’s a small town about an hour or so from the capital of Columbia. It has its benefits: everyone knows
everyone, a sense of community, no traffic. But it has cons as well. The biggest
is a result of one of the benefits. Because everyone knows everyone gossip runs
rampant. I don’t like people in my business or getting unwelcome advice on my love
life. I’ve had a lot of that since rekindling my relationship with Shayla.About the Author
Synithia Williams has enjoyed romance novels since she was 13
years old, so it’s no surprise that she began writing her own. When she isn’t reading
or writing, she’s working on sustainability initiatives in the Midlands of South
Carolina. She lives with her husband, Eric, and two boys.Previous Books
You Can’t Plan LoveWorth the WaitContest
I’m giving away an ebook copy of one either You Can’t Plan Love
or Worth the Wait (winner’s choice). Tell me if you think a romance between “bad
girl” and a “good guy” can work.Find Me Here
Website: www.synithiawilliams.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/SynithiaWFacebook: www.facebook.com/synithiarwilliamsYou May Also Like
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Contemporary: Worth the Wait @SynithiaW #rlfblog
Synithia Williams, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. Let’s talk
about your book, Worth the Wait.Genre: Contemporary RomancePublisher: Crimson RomanceLength (words): 78,000Heat rating (based movie ratings): RTagline: When a virgin frustrated by her nonexistent dating life
asks a playboy for a one-night stand, can they really ignore their attraction after
the affair?After Tasha Smith is dumped yet again because of her virginity,
decides it’s time to stop saving herself for marriage and start dating like women
in the twenty-first century. She sets out to find a man rumored to be good enough
in bed to relieve her of the nuisance, but discreet enough to keep her request a
secret. Jared Patterson seems like the perfect candidate. Yet after one searing
kiss, she wonders if she’ll escape the night unscathed.Jared’s job as a successful fitness instructor and entrepreneur
has helped him keep a string of meaningless relationships from the east to the west
coast. After learning the hard way that women can’t be trusted, he has no qualms
going from one sex only relationship to the next. Although Tasha is one of the few
types of women he avoids–a good girl–the man in him can’t turn down her tempting
offer.What starts out as a onetime thing quickly turns into an affair
neither want to stop. But when an unexpected situation drastically alters their
relationship, it leaves them both asking if it was Worth the Wait.Buy links:Crimson Romance: http://crimsonromance.com/upcoming-releases-romance-ebook/worth-the-wait/Amazon: http://amzn.com/B00AKERZ9K/What are your main characters’
names, ages, and occupations?Tasha Smith 29 Tasha is the Deputy Director at the Central
Midlands Recreation Commission.Jared Patterson 33 Jared is a personal trainer who started
his career helping Hollywood stars get in
shape. He now owns a production facility where his line of health food products
is manufactured and several gym franchises.Interview (with Tasha)
Tell us about the main
character in your current book. What is she like?Tasha is a strong woman, but slightly naïve. She enjoys reading,
watching basketball and working in her garden. Her family is very important to her.
Every Sunday is spent having dinner with her family. She likes her job, but really
wants to get married and have a family one day.If your main character
was here today, what would she say is her strongest point?Her ability to reign in emotions and handle tough situations
with a level head is her strongest point.Does she think she has
a weakness? (If so, what does she think it is? What does her lover think it is?
What does her enemy think it is?)She didn’t, until she asked Jared to take her virginity. Then
she quickly it was difficult for her to deny him. Jared realizes that she’s attached
to him, but does nothing to change that because he get’s attached to her as well.What drives your heroine
to do the things she does? What makes her want to be the “good girl?”Her father is a strict Baptist minister that instilled the importance
of abstinence until marriage. This was okay for her in high school and college where
she saw lots of her friends end up with broken hearts because a guy dumped them
after having sex. But later it wasn’t such a novelty. Men weren’t interested in
dating a woman when sex automatically meant marriage. She’s tired of her virginity
hindering her love life and that’s why she asks Jared to relieve her of it.What’s your main character’s
favorite guilty pleasure?Before Jared, it was laying around watching Sports Center.
After Jared, it was sneaking off to be with him.If you didn’t know how
old you were how old would you be?Despite achieving so much in my career, the being unable to lose
my virginity by 29 makes me feel as if I’m still in my teens.A biography has been written
about you. What do you think the title would be in six words or less?Getting more than you bargained forIf you came with a warning
label, what would it say?Caution: This woman may be virgin, but she will bring a certain
playboy to his knees.Please Fill in the Blanks (as Tasha)
I love pizza with pepperoni and sausage.I’m always ready for watching a good game of.When I’m alone, I work in my garden.You’d never be able to tell, but pretending to be my daddy’s
good girl is annoying the crap out of me.If I had a halo it would be on
fire because of the thoughts of Jared running through my head.If I could afford to go to the NBA all-star weekend I’d
attend all the parties and meet my favorite NBA stars.I can never regret asking Jared to take my virginity because
in the end it was a blessing.About the Author
Synithia Williams has loved romance novels since reading her first one at
the age of 13. It was only natural that she would begin penning her own romances
soon after. It wasn’t until 2010 that she began to actively pursue her dream of
becoming a published author. Her first novel, You Can’t Plan Love, was published
by Crimson Romance in August 2012. When she isn’t writing, this Green Queen, as
dubbed by the State Newspaper, works to improve air and water quality, while balancing
the needs of her husband and two sons. You can learn more about Synithia, and her
novel, by visiting her website, synithiawilliams.com,
where she blogs about writing, life and relationships.Booklist
You Can’t Plan Love
Synithia Williams Books Coming Soon
A Heart to HealContestsFind Me Here
Website: http://synithiawilliams.comFacebook: http://facebook.com/synithiarwilliamsTwitter: http://twitter.com/SynithiaWYou May Also Like
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Interview with Synithia Williams
You Can’t Plan Love Synithia, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. Let’s talk about your new book. Tell us about You Can’t Plan Love.
Genre: Contemporary RomancePublisher: Crimson RomanceLength: 78,000 wordsHeat rating: RBuy link: Coming soon http://is.gd/Mwc3QdTagline: Love doesn’t always go according to plan.Blurb:After several bad relationships, Kenyatta Copeland decides to
control her love life with the same discernment she uses in her professional life.Knowing firsthand the heartbreak that comes when desire and emotion
rule a relationship, Kenyatta assumes marrying Brad Johnson will lead to a stable
life. But as much as she believes she can plan her future, it’s hard to ignore the
way her boss, Malcolm Patterson, ignites her passions with just one look. After
Malcolm learns of her engagement, he makes a play for her heart and reminds her
that passion between a man and a woman has its perks … but also its costs. When
Brad suspects there’s more than work between Kenyatta and Malcolm, he works harder
to keep Kenyatta by his side. Torn between her promise to marry Brad and her irrepressible
longing for Malcolm, Kenyatta must decide if she can live her life in a passionless
marriage of convenience or once again trust her heart. Yet Brad isn’t as perfect
as he seems, and by the time Kenyatta realizes this it may be too late.What are your main characters’
names?Kenyatta CopelandMalcolm PattersonAges?Kenyatta 28Malcolm 33Occupations?They both work for H20 Environmental-An environmental consulting
firm with offices throughout the Southeast
United States.Interview
How did you get your start
in the industry?I am a newbie to the publishing industry. I’ve written for years,
but it wasn’t until 2010 that I decided to pursue publishing. I made a goal to finish
one of the many novels I started by the end of 2010, and then made another goal
in 2011 to revise and perfect my novel. The goal for 2012 was to query and see what
type of feedback I got. I still can’t believe my dream came true relatively quickly.What is the most important
thing you do for your career now, as compared to when you first started writing?I continue to research ways to improve my writing. I’ve joined
Romance Writers of America and have plans to start attending my first writing conferences
this year. I’ve purchased several books on character development, plotting and even
writing steamier sex scenes. It’s important to me to get more books out there that
are even better than my first one.What websites do you visit
daily?Outside of Facebook and Twitter, I regularly visit my publisher’s
site http://crimsonromance.com, PubRants
and The Newbie’s Guide to Publishing.What do you enjoy most
about life?That wonderful–yet fleeting–moment when my boys are being sweet
and my husband and I look at each other and smile.If you could give the
younger version of yourself advice what would it be?Take some creative writing classes while in undergrad. My major
was biology, so I took some fun electives (sociology of sex, history of jazz, and
public speaking for example) but I didn’t take a creative writing course.What does “balance”
mean to you as a writer?Balancing my day job, family and writing. When I made up my mind
to try and publish my first novel I thought the hardest part would be finding time
to write. Luckily, that wasn’t hard to do. My kids go to bed at 8:00 every night,
except on weekends. So it was easy to wait until they went to bed then write after
9. But, when you add in the social media aspect, it can impact your life throughout
the day. The need to check Facebook, Twitter and your blog. If I push that to 9
p.m. then I’m not writing until 10 or 11. I’m still learning to balance this so
at the moment I refuse to sign up for Tribbr, Pintrest or Google +.Do things your family
or friends do ever end up in a book?Ha! That’s a loaded question! Indirectly, yes things my family
or friends do ends up in a book. Conversations I’ve had may spark an idea, or interests
of people I know may become interests of my characters.What are some jobs you’ve
done before (or while) you were a writer?My day job is the Environmental Coordinator for my county. Although
working in public service has its difficult days, I really enjoy my job. I help
develop air quality programs and water quality regulations that have a direct impact
on the quality of life where I live. When the bureaucracy gets me down, I get to
do fun projects with other “greenies” that promote green business practices and
personal sustainable behavior change. In 2010 our areas largest paper listed me
as one of the areas Green Queens, and although the title means every time someone
throws away a plastic bottle their calling my name, I love the fact that my efforts
are appreciated.Which of your books would
you recommend to someone who doesn’t normally read your genre, and why?I only have one book right now, so of course I recommend it.
If someone hasn’t read a romance within the last ten years then I would say give
this book a try. Romances aren’t full of weak damsels in distress waiting on a strong
man to save them. That idea makes me want to gag. I wrote about the struggle for
a professional woman who’s been hurt in the past trying to pick a man based on reason
instead of romance. Kenyatta is also struggling between choosing her career over
the wishes of the man she thinks is perfect for her. These are real decisions that
women face daily that I think many can relate to.What kind of books do
you read when taking a break from your own writing?I read romance. Historicals are my favorite, but after decided
to pursue publishing I started reading more contemporary romances. Everyone once
and awhile I’ll try something outside of the genre if it’s recommended. But if I
need to just relax and waste an afternoon, I’ll pick up a romance.What do you think is the
future of epublishing?I think it’s here to stay. I was one of those people who once
refused to buy an e-reader because I loved “real” books, bookstores, and libraries.
I still do, but I also love the convenience of e-books. For others like me who’ve
embraced ebooks and the convenience they provide, I can’t see epublishing as a fad
that will go away. Just like we evolved from VCRs, to DVD players to Netflix I think
it’ll be the same with books. The only difference is that some books will still
be worth having in a hard copy on a shelf.What is your favorite
holiday and why?Thanksgiving, because you have all of the eating and family togetherness
of Christmas without the hassle of buying gifts.What good book have you
read recently?Two, the Rebound Guy by Farrah Rochon and Temptation Rising by
A.C. Arthur.If your life became a
movie, who would you want to play you?Angela Bassett, because I love her.Which statement is more
like you:“I am a vacation spa because I am laid back and
relaxed.”“I am a ten-countries in ten-days tour vacation, because
I do things as fast as possible.”Please Fill in the BlanksI love pizza with artichoke hearts and mushrooms.I’m always ready for a get together with friends involving
wine.When I’m alone, I read and watch television all day long.You’d never be able to tell, but I’m shy. It’s difficult for
me to come up with “small talk,” but I’ve had to learn because I do a lot of networking
in my day job. Now I just ask a bunch of questions and try to get people to talk
about themselves.If I had a halo it would be bronze, dented, and tarnished.
Synithia Williams If I could only win the lottery I’d have vacation houses
in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and London.I can never skydive because I’m afraid of heights and
just thinking about it makes my palms sweat.My Current BooksYou Can’t Plan Love from Crimson RomanceContestsTo celebrate my first novel, I’m giving away a Reusable Bag filled
with Swag! Details coming soon on my website.Find Me HereWebsite: http://synithiawilliams.comFacebook: http://facebook.com/synithiarwilliamsTwitter: http://twitter.com/synithiawYou May Also Like
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