In Cheryl St John’s new sweet romantic comedy, I Sorta Do, an impulsive freelance photographer blackmails a buttoned-up father of two into spending a week as her make-believe husband in order to impress her old high school classmates. Sparks fly—and ignite.

Cheryl, 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.

I Sorta Do by Cheryl St John

Genre: sweet romantic comedy

Book heat level (based on movie ratings): PG-13

Husband needed: One week commitment. Children optional.

I, Francie Karr, take you, Ryan MacNair, in bogus matrimony to convince my grandma and high school reunion class that I’m blissfully married—you provide the kids. A week should do it. You pledge to be so irresistible that you charm the Spanx right off those stuck-up gossips. Your touches should make their eyes pop, and your kisses be so intoxicating that we don’t have to fake that part. Oh, and we promise not to let this family—or this electricity between us—feel real.

Sizzling sweet romance by a USA Today bestselling author

Let’s chat about what to eat

First, what is your name and how old are you?

I’m Francesca Karr, but the only one who calls me that is my grandmother. Please call me Francie. I’m 33 years old.

What is the time period in which you live?

I’m a modern-day girl, in love with technology. I especially appreciate digital photography and Door Dash deliveries.

What is your favorite meal?

Anything someone else cooks—and something that’s ready quickly. I tend to eat on the run or in front of the tv in the evening. If I can’t grab it on the way home or order in, I make a protein shake.

If any, what food do you refuse to eat?

Don’t try to pass off raw fish as a meal. That’s just wrong.

Tell us about a meal or food that says “home” to you.

My YaYa was a great cook, and she spoiled me with homemade dinners and desserts. I still enjoy an occasional fried chicken dinner with a heaping plate of mashed potatoes. Those two things with an ear of corn on the cob scream summer at YaYa’s to me.

When you find yourself with some type of unknown food on your plate, what do you do?

I try everything. There are very few foods I don’t like. I’m not a picky eater.

What is the worst meal you’ve ever eaten?

Probably something I made myself. If I’m forced to make a meal, I ask Alexa how to do it and then substitute ingredients because I don’t buy many groceries. I don’t recommend this method. Door Dash is so easy and far more palatable.

What is the best meal you’ve ever eaten?

The first meal I ate with Ryan MacNair was the most enjoyable I can remember. We went to an Italian restaurant and shared lasagna and a bottle of wine.

Growing up, who was the best cook in your family?

It was only me and my Yaya, and she was an incredible cook. She made me breakfast and packed my lunches. I never needed anyone other than her. She was my family.

Do you skip breakfast or is eating that a must-do for you?

Breakfast is important to keep up my energy level. My Ninja is the most used appliance I own. Every morning I have a protein, fruit and veggie shake to start my day.

Do you keep snacks on hand, and if so, what are they?

I’m a snacker. My grocery delivery is filled with yogurt, rice cakes, fig bars, popcorn and cut vegetables. My secret stash contains little snack pudding cups and gummy bears.

How much coffee or tea do you drink?

I enjoy strong black coffee. Sometimes I do a sweet mocha latte.

Favorite alcoholic beverage?

A top shelf margarita on ice, not frozen.

Favorite non-alcoholic beverage?

Black coffee or iced tea with lemon.

What do you grab when there’s no time for a regular meal?

I make myself a shake or eat fruit and vegetables. I’m quite accomplished at making peanut butter sandwiches as well.

Tell us what your author eats or drinks while writing about you.

My author drinks a lot of decaffeinated coffee. I’ve asked what the point is, and she claims she likes the taste, but doesn’t do caffeine. She’s a snacker too, and I have to limit her Peanut Butter M&Ms.

Where to buy I Sorta Do

Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Sorta-Do-Relationship-Single-Small-ebook/dp/B09WLYT25L
Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/i-sorta-do-cheryl-st-john/1141342290
iBooks https://books.apple.com/us/book/id1618557164
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/i-sorta-do
Books2Read https://books2read.com/u/bWEK7G

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Cheryl is the author of more than fifty historical and contemporary romances. Her stories have earned numerous awards and are published in over a dozen languages. In describing her stories of second chances and redemption, readers and reviewers use words like, “emotional punch, hometown feel, core values, believable characters and real-life situations.” Her bestselling non-fiction books, Writing With Emotion, Tension & Conflict and Write Smart, Write Happy by Writers Digest Books are available in print and digital.
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