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To London, With Love by Dena Garson @DenaGarson #RLFblog #Steampunk #Romance
Dena Garson, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about your book.
To London, With Love by Dena Garson
Genre Steampunk Romance
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R
After her brother is nearly killed while bringing sensitive information to his superiors, Margaret “Maggie” Ingleton takes it upon herself to complete his mission. All she has to do is deliver a letter to London. How hard can it be? Little does she realize that she’ll be risking not only her life, but that of the only man she’s ever loved.
When Colin Stanbury makes a routine delivery to his home city he never expects to pick up a stowaway. Maggie has always been a heady mix of proper lady and imp so finding her aboard his airship can only mean trouble. Despite Maggie’s claim that she needs to go to London to help a friend in need, he suspects she’s up to something. Yet he can’t help playing the gallant hero to her damsel in distress.QUICK
Do you write more than one genre? If so, what are they?
I write in more than one subgenre of romance (paranormal, fantasy, scifi, steampunk, contemporary), but I only write romances.
How do you come up with ideas?
I usually see a scene in my head and then have to figure out who my characters are, what they are doing in that scene, and how they got to that point.
What is the single most important part of writing for you?
Outlining the story. If I can get that down then all the details fall into place easier.
When did you write your first book?
I started writing seriously after my second son was born, so about 14 years ago. Getting serious meant studying the publishing industry, taking writing workshops, and joining a writers group.FUN
Leather or lace? Leather
Black or red? Black
Satin sheets or smooth cotton? Cotton
Ocean or mountains? Oceans
City life or country life? Country
Party life or evening at home? Evening at home
Dogs or cats? Hmmmm…. Both! But if ONLY one I guess cats.Where to buy To London, With Love
Amazon https://amzn.to/2x44ZWV
Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/to-london-with-love-dena-garson/1129517556
iBooks https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/to-london-with-love/id1435908867?mt=11
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/to-london-with-love
Google Play https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Dena_Garson_To_London_With_Love?id=MM5tDwAAQBAJDena Garson Social Media
Dena Garson is an award winning author of contemporary, paranormal, fantasy, and sci-fi romance. She holds a BBA and a MBA in Business and works in the wacky world of quality and process improvement. Making up her own reality on paper is what keeps her sane.
She is the mother of two rowdy boys as well as two rambunctious cats (AKA the fuzzy jerks). When she isn’t writing you can find her at her at the sewing machine or stringing beads. She is also a devoted Whovian and Dallas Cowboys fan.
Website http://www.denagarson.com/
Blog http://www.denagarson.net/
Twitter https://twitter.com/DenaGarson
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AuthorDenaGarson
Pinterest http://www.pinterest.com/denagarson7
Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/dgarson
Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/Dena-Garson/e/B007ER5E58
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Vordol’s Vow by Dena Garson @DenaGarson #RLFblog #SciFi #Romance
Dena Garson, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about your book.
Vordol’s Vow by Dena Garson
Genre Sci-Fi Romance
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R
A long time ago Vordol Silveira learned that if he wanted to become the best bodyguard in the galaxy he needed to keep everyone except his brothers at arm’s length. That vow served him well until he runs into the now grown-up daughter of his former mentor while working a security job aboard the LS Quantum.
Pitannah Lorento is a Quantum waitress who dreams of winning this year’s intergalactic burlesque competition in order to pay for her mother’s expensive medical treatment. Seeing Vordol again brings back years of unfulfilled desires – a distraction she doesn’t need. Yet, she’s no longer an awkward teenager and he is sexier than ever.
Vordol’s client’s safety has always come first but when Pitannah is threatened, his heart demands he make her his priority. If he somehow manages to keep them both safe through the competition, his vow may become obsolete.Where to buy Vordol’s Vow
Amazon https://amzn.to/2M9fRtm
Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/1128893944
iBooks https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/vordols-vow/id1396504323
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/vordol-s-vow
Books2Read https://www.books2read.com/links/ubl/bazWVa/
Google Play https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Dena_Garson_Vordol_s_Vow?id=nitfDwAAQBAJDena Garson Social Media
Dena Garson is an award winning author of contemporary, paranormal, fantasy, and sci-fi romance. She holds a BBA and an MBA in Business and works in the wacky world of quality and process improvement. Making up her own reality on paper is what keeps her sane.
She is the mother of two rowdy boys and two rambunctious cats (AKA the fuzzy jerks). When she isn’t writing you can find her at her at the sewing machine or stringing beads. She is also a devoted Whovian and Dallas Cowboys fan.
Website http://www.denagarson.com/
Blog http://denagarson.net/
Twitter https://twitter.com/DenaGarson
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dena.garson.7
Pinterest http://www.pinterest.com/denagarson7
Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/dgarson
Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/Dena-Garson/e/B007ER5E58
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Vordol’s Vow by Dena Garson @DenaGarson #RLFblog #SciFi #Romance
Dena Garson, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about your book.
Vordol’s Vow by Dena Garson
Genre Sci-Fi Romance
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R
A long time ago Vordol Silveira learned that if he wanted to become the best bodyguard in the galaxy he needed to keep everyone except his brothers at arm’s length. That vow served him well until he runs into the now grown-up daughter of his former mentor while working a security job aboard the LS Quantum.
Pitannah Lorento is a Quantum waitress who dreams of winning this year’s intergalactic burlesque competition in order to pay for her mother’s expensive medical treatment. Seeing Vordol again brings back years of unfulfilled desires – a distraction she doesn’t need. Yet, she’s no longer an awkward teenager and he is sexier than ever.
Vordol’s client’s safety has always come first but when Pitannah is threatened, his heart demands he make her priority. If he somehow manages to keep them both safe through the competition, his vow may become obsolete.
Why did you write this book?
Two reasons. One, there were several secondary characters in Rege’s Rescue that I wanted to follow up on to see how their stories turned out. And two, I couldn’t pass up an opportunity to write in the world that the ladies with SFR Shooting Stars created. The LS Quantum star cruiser was a fun setting to explore.
What is your favorite genre to read?
Romance. I hop between historical, paranormal, sci-fi, fantasy, and contemporary based on my mood.
Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)?
Kinda depends on the day. I love so many – from Scooby Doo to Princess Leia to Mr. Darcy. There are just too many to pick only one!!
What are you working on at the moment?
I’m outlining another steampunk romance and finishing a contemporary romance.
What books will we see from you in coming months?
I plan to do a Christmas steampunk romance at the end of this year. And if I get my butt into gear and finish my contemporary, I’d like to release it by year end also.Where to buy Vordol’s Vow
Amazon https://amzn.to/2M9fRtm
Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/1128893944
iBooks https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/vordols-vow/id1396504323
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/vordol-s-vow
Books2Read https://www.books2read.com/links/ubl/bazWVa/
Google Play https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Dena_Garson_Vordol_s_Vow?id=nitfDwAAQBAJ
Dena Garson Social Media
Dena Garson is an award winning author of contemporary, paranormal, fantasy, and sci-fi romance. She holds a BBA and a MBA in Business and works in the wacky world of quality and process improvement. Making up her own reality on paper is what keeps her sane.
She is the mother of two rowdy boys and two rambunctious cats (AKA the fuzzy jerks). When she isn’t writing you can find her at her at the sewing machine or stringing beads. She is also a devoted Whovian and Dallas Cowboys fan.
Website http://www.denagarson.com/
Blog http://denagarson.net/
Twitter https://twitter.com/DenaGarson
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dena.garson.7
Pinterest http://www.pinterest.com/denagarson7
Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/dgarson
Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/Dena-Garson/e/B007ER5E58
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The top post was the RLF Gems announcement last month. I did not count it among the top bloggers because that award would go to me. I’d like to see the credit go to guests. You are why I do this!
The Top Blogger for this month is Vicki Batman. Top chatter was also Vicki Batman. She wins a month of free advertising on the blog. Top Blogger of 2016 was Susan V Vaughn, who won a year of free advertising for 2017.
Top Blogger Vicki Batman
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Amazon Author page https://www.amazon.com/author/vickibatman
Plotting Princesses: http://plottingprincesses.blogspot.comThe winners are judged by page visits. Congratulations to these fine bloggers:
Vicki Batman
Dena Garson
Julie D Revezzo
Carol Van Natta
Veronica Scott
Honorable mention: Kayelle Allen, Alexa AstonTop Chatters for the Month
The person who gets the most comments in a month is not always the person who gets the most page views. For that reason, I instituted the Top Chatter Award. This award is for the bloggers who receive the most comments.
This month’s winners are:Vicki Batman
Kayelle Allen
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London Calling by Dena Garson, Sorcha Mowbray, et al. @DenaGarson #RLFblog #steampunk #romance
Welcome Dena Garson author of Her Clockwork Heart, a new Steampunk Romance.
Why did you write this book?
I love the steampunk culture. I’ve been dying to write a story in that setting for years so when the call for submissions came out I jumped at the chance.
What is your favorite genre to read?
Romance – paranormal, sci-fi, historical, fantasy – I love it all!
Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)?
That’s kind of like picking a favorite child! Doctor Who is probably the longest living fictional character in my mind.
What are you working on at the moment?
A rock star romance (contemporary) and plotting a follow up story to Ghostly Persuasion for the next volume of Emerald Isle Enchantment.
What books will we see from you in coming months?
I have two releases in October – Her Clockwork Heart is part of the London Calling Anthology, and Vordol’s Vow is part of the Cosmic Cabaret Anthology.
Please tell us about your latest book.
Genre – Steampunk Romance
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R
During her search for her missing brother, Trixie is reunited with Nathaniel, the man she never stopped loving. Sensing that Trixie might be in danger, Nathaniel lends his skills as an investigator to her efforts. Their love is rekindled as they race across the country looking for clues to more than one mystery.
Publisher – After Glows Publishing
Amazon http://amzn.to/2gNEIYz
Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/london-calling-sorcha-mowbray/1126979054
iBooks https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/london-calling/id1271410373?mt=11
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/london-calling-38Dena Garson Social Media
Dena Garson is an award winning author of contemporary, paranormal, fantasy, and sci-fi romance. She holds a BBA and a MBA in Business and works in the wacky world of quality and process improvement. Making up her own reality on paper is what keeps her sane.
She is the mother of two rowdy boys, two rambunctious cats (AKA the fuzzy jerks), and a loving Labrador. When she isn’t writing you can find her at her at the sewing machine or stringing beads. She is also a devoted Whovian and Dallas Cowboys fan.
Website http://www.denagarson.com/
Blog http://denagarson.net/
Twitter https://twitter.com/DenaGarson
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dena.garson.7
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The Top Blogger for this month is Alexa Aston, who wins a month of free advertising on the blog. Top
Blogger of 2016 was Susan V Vaughn, who won a year of free advertising for 2017.About Alexa Aston
Twitter https://twitter.com/AlexaAstonAmazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/author/alexaastonNewsletter http://madmimi.com/signups/422152/joinTop Five Bloggers for the Month
Each month, the RLF Gems post ranks in the top ten, but is not
counted, in order to focus on guests. The winners are judged by cumulative page
views, including return and unique visits.Congratulations to each one!1. Alexa Aston2. Nicole Morgan3. Dena Garson4. Kate HillHonorable mention: Kayelle
AllenTop Chatters for the Month
Because the person who gets the most comments in a month is not always the
person whogets the most page views per month, I instituted the Top Chatter Award.
This is the award for the person who receives the most comments. To win, a guest
must have five or more comments (not counting the guest author’s). There can be
up to three winners.This month’s winners are:Vicki BatmanLizzi TremayneJennifer LoringRomance Lives Forever features authors and new books. It has
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