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Hot Beach Romance: Sand, Sunshine and Sizzle #boxedset by @emkayconnor #RLFblog
This quick interview includes info about the author, and
introduces the story.About the Author
EmKay Connor is an award-winning
romance author and freelance writer.She is a member of Romance Writers
of America and numerous RWA chapters, including RWA-San Diego, Outreach
International RWA, Yellow Rose RWA and RWA Kiss of Death. A firm believer in
paying it forward (and backward and sideways), she has served as president,
vice president, secretary, newsletter editor, workshop presenter and committee
chair at the local and national level.An exuberant and outgoing type who
doesn’t do well with just a desk and a computer for company, EmKay is a
participant of several critique groups. She is a founder and alumni of Pro-SAC
(PRO-Seeking Authors Commit), a page-producing work group headquartered at the
Mira Mesa Panera in San Diego, CA.Her manuscripts have finaled and
won in numerous contests, including Spring Into Romance, The Unpublished Beacon
and RWA’s prestigious Golden Heart.She lives and writes in
northeastern Florida.Interview with EmKay Connor
Why did you write
this book?I saw an invitation on Facebook to participate in a box set
featuring steamy beach reads. I’d been plotting a new series and this was the
perfect opportunity to launch the Hideaway Bay series. The first four novellas
feature the Delaney sisters-Joy, Hope, Grace and Faith. Each has a secret that
is ultimately revealed when they journey to Hideaway Bay, a tropical Caribbean
resort.What is your favorite
genre to read?In addition to writing romance, I work as an author
assistant to several romance authors. That means I read a lot of romantic
fiction, across all genres, in the course of my day job. When I’m on my own
time, I read Robert Crais, Stuart Woods and good post-apocalyptic fiction. I’ve
recently discovered the Purge of Babylon series by Sam Sisavath.Who is your favorite
character from fiction (not including your own)?While I love Elvis Cole and Joe Pike (Robert Crais
characters), one of the most charming and engaging heroines I’ve ever
encountered is Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum.What are you working
on at the moment, and will see from you in coming months?I’m currently working on the remaining novellas in the
Hideaway Bay series, but I tend to have several projects in the works
simultaneously. The best way to stay in touch and see what’s next is to connect
with me on social media.About the Book
Title Finding Joy featured in Hot Beach Romance: Sand,
Sunshine and Sizzle Box SetGenre Contemporary RomanceAuthors Tawdra Kandle, Jami Davenport, Lisa Marie Rice,
Chris Almeida, Cecilia Aubrey, Emkay Connor, Jenna Dales, Sylvie Fox, Amber
Lin, Alannah Lynne, Éirinn Brennan, Layla Wilcox, Suzanne Rock, Nancy Warren,
Margaret Taylor, Scarlett MetalBook heat level (based on movie ratings): RBuy This Book
Barnes and Noble http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/hot-beach-romance-tawdra-kandle/1121923239ARe https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-hotbeachromancesandsunshineandsizzle-1819248-166.htmlKobo https://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/hot-beach-romance-sand-sunshine-and-sizzle-1iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id991035178GooglePlay https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Chris_Almeida_Hot_Beach_Romance_Sand_Sunshine_and?id=fBNFCQAAQBAJAuthor Social Media
Website http://www.sexysassyromance.com/Twitter https://twitter.com/EmKayConnorFacebook https://www.facebook.com/EmKayConnorGoodreads https://www.goodreads.com/emkayconnorAmazon Author Page http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00GF3WI4M -
RLF Gems: Blog Stats for Nov 2012
Our usual bright colored turquoise gem is missing today and
I have substituted a red ribbon in honor of World AIDS Day. Please visit http://worldaidsday.org for more
information on how you can help.November on Romance Lives Forever saw twelve author
interviews, four character interviews, two book releases, and six articles, for
a total of twenty-five posts in a thirty day month. Here are the top five posts
(judging by page hits). There were ties at fifth place. I’m not surprised to
find that the five posts include two of the four character interviews. These
seem to be very popular with readers.1. Salute
to Author Veterans — featuring authors who served in the armed forces2. Delaney
Diamond – Author Interview3. Kristina
Knight – Character Interview4. EM
Lynley — Save Room for Ice Cream (article)5. Tara
Lain — Article5. Jami
Davenport — Character InterviewSpecial Mention this month for a unique post: Bellakentuky
for “Scifi: Matter of the Mind.” Worth a second read.Other participants this month in alphabetical order by first
name are:Ciar Cullen, Ivy
Bateman, Jane Wakely, June Kramin, KC Klein, Krystal Shannan, Margaret Lesh, Patricia
Yager Delegrange, Raine Delight, Sara Daniel, Sharon Hamilton, Susan Jaymes, Tina
Gayle, Toni Noel, Xavier AxelsonMy thanks to all who took part this month.
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Character Interview: Blake @jamidavenport #christmas #romance
Love at First Snow. Jami Davenport, welcome to Romance Lives Forever.
Let’s talk about your book, Love at First Snow.Genre: Contemporary Romance (Holiday Romance, Christmas Romance, Lunchbox Romance)Buy links: http://boroughspublishinggroup.com/books/love-first-snowPublisher: Boroughs Publishing GroupCover artist: Chris KeeslarLength: 13,050 wordsHeat rating: 3 out of 5Tagline: A Christmas MiracleBlurb:Four years ago, NHL defenseman
Blake Daniels lost his entire family in a floatplane crash. This Christmas a snowstorm
and a small gray kitten will lead him to life, love, and a whole new shot at happiness.What are your main characters’ names, ages, and
occupations?Dr. Sarah Whitney (32) VeterinarianBlake Daniels (34) Former NHL Hockey PlayerInterview With Blake Daniels
Tell us about yourself. What
are you like?For a long time, I was
driven and focused on my hockey career. After the tragedy four years ago in which
I lost my entire family, I spent the next four years floundering like a ship lost
at sea. My career went down the tank, and my personal life was even worse. Meeting
Sarah this Christmas changed all of that. Now I have a direction and a future that’s
bright. I’ll be opening a little bistro on one of the islands (San Juan Islands) because I love to cook.What do you think is your strongest
point?I think my kindness
to animals and others.Do you have a weakness? (If
so, what do you think it is? What does your lover think it is? What does your enemy
think it is?)I think my weakness
is my tendency to close up when things get tough and keep everything inside. I’m
pretty sure she’d agree with that, though she’s better at getting me to open up
than anyone else I’ve ever met except my mother. The only enemies I’ve ever made
were on the ice. They’d say I was a ruthless hockey player in my earlier days.What drives you to do the things
you do? What makes you want to be the “good guy?”I was raised by a loving,
caring family and parents who set a good example for me every day of their lives.
I constantly strive to be the son who would make them proud.Forward Passes What’s your favorite guilty
pleasure?A naked Sarah and warm
chocolate fudge at the same time.If you didn’t know how old you
were how old would you be?About sixteen when I’m
with Sarah.A biography has been written
about you. What do you think the title would be in six words or less?He overcame Tragedy
to Love AgainIf money were not an object,
where would you most like to live?Right where I am (Washington State’s
San Juan Islands)What song would best describe
your life?Garth Brooks’ “The Dance”If you were a tool, what would
people use you to do?I’d be a hammer because
I hope I’d be used to build things and make life better.Picture yourself as a store.
Considering your personality and lifestyle, what type of products would be sold
there?Definitely a grocery
store, but one that sold hard-to-find items and fresh produce.As a child, what was your favorite
thing about school?After the final bell
rang and going to hockey practice.Tell us an embarrassing story
that has to do with a pet. If you have no pets, a story about a significant other
will do.My sister had a schnauzer
that had it in for me. One time at family reunion, he peed on my jeans’ leg. I never
noticed it but everyone else did. My brother managed to get it all on video.If you came with a warning label,
what would it say?Beware, this man will
seduce you with whispered promises and great food.Please Fill in the Blanks as Blake
I love pizza with all meat.I’m always ready for dinner and sex.When I’m alone, I like to read or watch sports.You’d never be able to tell, but I’m actually
pretty romantic.If I had a halo it
would be surprising.If I could go back and win the Stanley Cup I’d be
one happy man.I can never forget because they meant
too much.About the Author
An advocate of happy
endings, Jami Davenport writes sexy romantic comedy, sports hero romances, and equestrian
fiction. Jami lives on a small farm near Puget Sound with her Green Beret-turned-plumber
husband, a Newfoundland
cross with a tennis ball fetish, a prince disguised as an orange tabby cat, and
an opinionated Hanoverian mare.Jami works in IT for
her day job and is a former high school business teacher and dressage rider. In
her spare time, she maintains her small farm and socializes whenever the opportunity
presents itself. An avid boater, Jami has spent countless hours in the San Juan Islands, a common setting in her books. In her opinion,
it is the most beautiful place on earth.Jami Davenport Previous Books
Fourth and Goal (Book
1 in the Seattle
Lumberjacks Series)Forward Passes (Book
2 in the Seattle
Lumberjacks Series)Books Coming Soon
Down by Contact (Book
3 in the Seattle
Lumberjacks Series)Find Me Here
Website: http://jamidavenport.comFacebook: http://facebook.com/jamidavenportTwitter: http://twitter.com/jamidavenportOther sites: http://BoroughsPublishingGroup.com