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    Contemporary: Worth the Risk @Anne_Lange #RLFblog

    Worth the Risk

    Anne Lange, welcome
    to Romance Lives Forever. Let’s talk about your book, Worth the Ris

    Genre: Contemporary
    Erotic Romance
    Publisher: etopia press
    Cover artist: Annie
    Melton
    Length: novella, 26,491
    words
    Heat rating: 4
    Tagline: Even the hottest
    sex might not be enough to ease the pain of the past…
    Blurb: Molly Simpson
    arrives at a beautiful provincial park, ready to spend the May Two-Four holiday
    camping with friends. This weekend is the highlight of her year–or it was, until
    Tanner Daivies showed up. Her high school crush is all grown up, sexy as sin, and
    he’s demanding answers–answers Molly isn’t sure she can give him. She had her reasons
    for leaving him all those years ago, but now, sex with Tanner is scorching, and
    when they’re together, it’s clear they were never meant to be apart. But the past
    doesn’t want to stay buried, and Molly isn’t sure reliving it is worth the risk…
    Molly Simpson and Tanner
    Daivies are the two main characters in Worth the Risk. Both are in their early thirties.
    She is a magazine editor and he’s just bought a restaurant.
    Buy links:
    Amazon http://amzn.com/B00AWFSZ96
    Barnes and Noble http://barnesandnoble.com/w/worth-the-risk-anne-lange/1045535720

    Interview

    How did you get your
    start in the industry?
    I was bored at work one day and started writing a story. It grew from there.
    My only real concern was that I was hitting my mid-forties, and worried it was too
    late to start. When I realized I truly wanted to do it, I took many on-line classes,
    I joined RWA and some other networks and I started focusing on accomplishing my
    goal. Very few people knew what I was up to. Until I got that contract, I was tight-lipped
    about the whole adventure.
    What is the most
    important thing you do for your career now, as compared to when you first started
    writing?
    The promo, and establishing myself as an author. It’s time consuming but necessary,
    and I’m currently struggling with finding the right balance. It’s not easy some
    days. But I’m committed to this, so, I’m doing what I have to do to get my name
    out there. Things like posting my book cover, doing guest blogs and interviews such
    as this to (hopefully) make people aware of who I am and what I’m writing about.
    I want to make this work, so I need to creating a solid foundation and following.
    If you could change
    something about your first book, what would it be?
    Worth the Risk is my first book and it’s a novella. Had I known when I started
    writing it what I know now, I’d probably make it a full length novel. I’ve had a
    few people tell they wanted more. But that’s a good thing right? J
    What do you enjoy
    most about writing?
    The satisfaction I get out of finishing the story. It’s awesome. If it doesn’t
    go anywhere, I still feel good about it.
    And the people I get to meet, even if it is only online in many cases. I’ve
    met some fabulous authors, both new and already established. They are a very supportive
    network that I know I can count on to give me advice, celebrate my achievements
    and console me when I’m having a rough time. They understand those things my friends
    and family can’t.
    If you could choose
    anyone to be your mentor who would it be?
    I would have two – Suzanne Brockmann and Lora Leigh. Besides the fact that
    they are two of my favourite authors, they have the blend of suspense and erotic
    romance that I like. They also have the contemporary and paranormal that I’m looking
    for. I would love to spend some time with these two ladies.
    What are some jobs
    you’ve done before (or while) you were a writer?
    I work full time out
    of the house. I’m a Project Management Professional and have been in the industry
    for about 25 years. I’ve worked on projects in the nuclear, construction, engineering,
    IT, and facility management industries. Currently, I work for the Municipal Government
    as an internal consultant doing business and process reviews, and risk management.
    What kind of books
    do you read when taking a break from your own writing?
    90% of the time I read romantic suspense and erotic romance. Most are contemporary
    but some paranormal as well. I lean towards shape shifter stories when I go that
    route. I do occasionally read some historical – 1800 era – usually the Wild West.
    Just not as often as I used to.
    What do you think
    is the future of traditional publishing?
    I think the world of publishing is changing, leaning more towards electronic
    first and print second. Personally, my preference will always be a print copy, something
    I can hold in my hands and turn the pages. I love curling up on a cold rainy or
    wintery day with a hot drink and a good book.
    But, I also realize that today, people like convenience and when you can down
    load onto your hand held device without leaving the comfort of your home? It’s faster,
    cheaper, easier. I also think the digital route is allowing more authors to realize
    their dreams sooner rather than later, without having to find agents to help them.
    I don’t think I would be published if it wasn’t for this shift in the way things
    are happening. Certainly not yet.
    What was the proudest
    moment of your life so far?
    That’s a tough question.
    The day I married my husband and the birth of each of my three children are certainly
    up there, and I wouldn’t be able to choose one over the others. So, I’ll go with
    … the day I got the email that etopia press wanted to publish this story. Why?
    Because it’s my very first, and I’ve only been working at this seriously for a relatively
    short time. Realizing that I actually accomplished what I set out to do, at this
    point in my life, has made me extremely proud of myself. Not only that, it made
    my husband very proud of me too. J
    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?
    Hedo in Negril Jamaica.
    I won’t need any clothes so my packing is light. Well, a wrap and maybe a short
    dress and my makeup for when I have to go to dinner. LOL.
    What is your favorite
    holiday and why?
    Christmas. I’m like
    a little kid. All the presents, the food, the lights and decorations. I’m very traditional
    and I’m a quantity gal. I don’t like putting anything under the tree until everyone
    has gone to sleep because I like the surprise of the moment in the morning. And
    I absolutely love sitting in a darkened house, looking at a lit tree, surrounded
    by wrapped gifts. It’s super quiet, very pretty, and it always makes me think of
    my childhood. That’s the best.
    What good book have
    you read recently?
    Double Time by Olivia Cunning. Hot Ticket is next.
    What do you like
    to do when you’re bored?
    I read one of my many,
    many, many books.
    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

    Anne Lange
    I love pizza with tomatoes
    and pepperoni
    .
    I’m always ready for
    shoe shopping.
    When I’m alone, I’m
    happy
    .
    You’d never be able
    to tell, but I’m really, really shy.
    If I had a halo it would be not on my head. I can’t stand things on my
    head
    .
    If I could quit my
    day job
    I’d stay home and write full time.
    I can never do that
    because my kids like to eat.

    Books Coming Soon

    I’m working on a couple
    of series that I hope to have contracted before the end of the year. One is a paranormal
    romantic suspense and the other is contemporary erotic romance. Both would have
    a high heat level.

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