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Is It True: Time Changes Everything by Melinda Dozier @melindadozier #RLFblog #romance
Play Is It True with today’s guest Melinda Dozier, author of Time Changes Everything, a Contemporary Romance. This is a game in which authors answer yes and no questions. They can elaborate on answers as much as they choose.
First, tell us about your book.
Amanda Larson is dedicated to her job and doesn’t want to make time for anything else. Until she runs into Jake Edwards. He used to be the cute boy next door; now he’s a sexy, big shot lawyer.
Jake Edwards isn’t interested in commitment. He’s successful, sexy, and single–and that’s how he likes it. When he reconnects with Amanda, Jake realizes he might have to rethink his philosophy on the carefree, bachelor lifestyle.
But, is it too late for them? Or can he convince her that he’s ready to give her his heart?
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Now, tell us Yes or No for each answer below. Feel free to explain any (or none) of your answers.
Is it true:
this is your first book?
Actually, yes! But I’ve written and published more books since. Time Changes Everything is a re-release.
this book is part of a series?
This is part of the “Moments in Time” series.
you lost sleep while writing this book?
Oh Yes!
you did research for this book?
Definitely yes! I researched a lot about NYC, because at the time, I hadn’t visited New York and it’s a big part of the setting.
some characters in this book are not human? (pets for example)
Jake’s dog, Rosco, is part of one chapter, but not a big part of the story. Poor Rosco.
this book has more than one genre?
No.
you speak more than one language?
Yes, I speak Spanish.
you grew up where you live now?
No. I currently live in Houston and have been here for two years.
you love to read?
Yes. It’s my first love.
you are never late?
Yes. I’m a time-stickler.
you love pizza?
Yes. I like it.
you love sushi?
No, but I’ll eat it.
you have a pet?
Yes, my beloved Bella.
Where can we find your book online?
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073YG2L72/
Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/time-changes-everything-melinda-dozier/1115287255?ean=2940154456026
iBooks https://itunes.apple.com/do/book/time-changes-everything/id1260099857
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/time-changes-everything-3
Smashwords https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/735384Melinda Dozier Social Media
Reading romance has always been at the top of Melinda’s favorite past times. You can always find a book in her hands no matter where she is. Melinda is Louisiana born, New Mexico raised, Guatemala adopted, and recently a newcomer to Houston, Texas. So, it’s only natural that her stories take place all across the world. Melinda loves reading, reality TV, traveling, blogging, and playing Zynga games.
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Contemporary: Time Changes Everything @melindadozier #RLFblog
Melinda Dozier, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. Let’s talk
about your book, Time Changes Everything.Genre: Contemporary RomancePublisher: Entranced PublishingCover artist: Ashley ChristmanLength: 40,000 wordsHeat rating: SpicyBlurb:Amanda Larson is dedicated to her job and doesn’t want to make
time for anything else. Until she runs into Jake Edwards. He used to be the cute
boy next door; now he’s a sexy, big shot lawyer.Jake Edwards isn’t interested in commitment. He’s successful,
sexy, and single–and that’s how he likes it. When he reconnects with Amanda, Jake
realizes he might have to rethink his philosophy on the carefree, bachelor lifestyle.But, is it too late for them? Or can he convince her that he’s
ready to give her his heart?Buy links: To be provided on release dateAuthor website for info: http://melindadozier.comWhat are your main characters’ names, ages, and occupations?Amanda Larson, 26, Fashion Buyer at Macy’sJake Edwards, 27, Sports Contracts LawyerInterview
What is the most important thing you do for your career now,
as compared to when you first started writing?There are a few things
I do as a newbie author that are important. First, take a deep breath and relax.
The author world can be overwhelming, but it is also so much fun, if you stop and
smell the roses. Second, I have a critique group. Since I live in a Spanish speaking
country, I find it difficult to connect with other writers. So, I joined an online
group and found other established authors as critique partners. This is vital for
an author. Other people see your work through different eyes. Third, an author should
establish an online presence through a website, blog, social media like Twitter
or Facebook. Readers will search you out using these outlets. You can also meet
other fabulous writers and learn a tremendous amount of information.What websites do you visit daily?I’m addicted to Twitter.
I don’t know why. I don’t know how. It just happened. No matter what time of day,
I get on and something cheers me up, interests me, teaches me or amazes me. The
best fun I’ve had all year!What do you enjoy most about writing?My characters take me
to places and experience life in ways that I never have. This is what I love the
most – living through them. I’m a hopeless romantic, so sharing a kiss, visiting
a distant city, working a job I never imagined I could do, bungee jumping can all
take place in my mind. It’s almost as if I was there!If you could choose anyone to be your mentor who would it
be?My favorite contemporary
romance author is Jill Shalvis, so to have her guidance would be a dream. She has
the perfect mix of romance, spiciness, humor and sarcasm. Everything I love!How do you cope with stress as an author?Lots and lots of coffee.
Good thing I live in Guatemala,
a coffee-producing country.Do things your family or friends do ever end up in a book?Yes! I never use real
names, but there are times when something happens that is too good to pass up. I
think “I’ve got to use that in my book.” I also use names of people I
know. For example, Jake’s law firm is uses the last names of my sister – Snell,
Marlow and Grimes.What are some jobs you’ve done before (or while) you were
a writer?I’ve been teaching for
17 years and I love it. I don’t think I could give it up. Other jobs in my past
include PR work, a paralegal and waitressing in college.What kind of books do you read when taking a break from your
own writing?This question makes me
laugh. I never take a break from writing – or reading for that matter. I am always
writing in some way, be it writing a chapter, a scene, plotting, thinking about
scenes, editing, blogging, guest blogging. It never ends. But, I always read – every
day – usually at night in bed. Most of what I read is contemporary romance and occasionally
young adult (since I teach middle school). My automatic buy authors include: Jill
Shalvis, Shannon Stacey, Ruthie Knox and Susan Mallery.Imagine you get to go on a dream vacation, but you have only
one hour to pack and leave, and it starts as soon as you finish this interview.
What will you take with you and where will you go?My dream vacation would be a romantic trip to New York City with my hubby.
I’ve never been, which is ironic because Time
Changes Everything mainly takes place there. I would pack my sexy underwear,
flirty dresses, highest heels and of course my kindle to read on the plane. Will
it happen this year? Wait and see.What good book have you read recently?I just finished reading On
the Island by Tracy Garvis-Graves and I absolutely
loved it. In fact, I plan on rereading it again soon. The characters got to me –
you know their kind, the ones you can’t stop thinking about once you finish the
book.What do you like to do when you’re bored?My name is Melinda Dozier and I’m a Farmville addict. It’s no
secret that I love computer games and apps. However, it’s been a year since hubs
intervened between my Farmville habit. I’m a proud survivor. Nowadays, I play Words
with Friends, Draw Something, and Song Pop.Please underline 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 complete the sentences
I love pizza with the works.I’m always ready for a new episode of The Bachelor.When I’m alone, I savor the silence.You’d never be able to tell, but I’m actually quite shy.If I had a halo it would be put
on backwards, because that’s just the way I am.If I could rewind my life I’d spend more time listening
to my Dad’s stories.I can never read Nicholas Sparks because I end up a
blubbering mess for days.Melinda Dozier Find Me Here
Website: http://melindadozier.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/melindadozierFacebook: http://facebook.com/melindadozPinterest: http://pinterest.com/melindadozier