1-Tell the readers a little about yourself.
Thanks so much for having me here today. I'm a former school librarian who enjoys all kinds of books, but especially romances. I've been writing off and on for a long time. But a couple of years ago I became determined to actually complete a manuscript.
Now I spend my days writing, reading and researching, hanging out with my pets and trying to ignore the dust bunnies that just grow bigger and bigger…
2-As an author, do you take time to read? If so, what do you like to read and who is/are your favorite author/s?
I love to read, and think it’s so important for authors to keep doing it, even though it's hard to find the time. Some of my favorite authors are Joey W. Hill, Lorelei James, and Cari Quinn. For less erotic romances, I love Mary Balogh and Lisa Kleypas. And though they write YA rather than romance, I also enjoy the works of Walter Dean Myers, Jacqueline Woodson and Virginia Hamilton.
3-How do you stay motivated when the Muse is uncooperative?
That's a tough one. I might take a break, read something, do a little housework (when I'm really desperate), take a walk. Anything to re-energize the brain cells. Sometimes I try to write free-form and just let words spill out, even if they don't seem to make sense. Or I'll skip over a scene that's hard for me and work on something more appealing. Of course, you finally do have to go back to fill in the blanks, lol! Sometimes you just have to soldier on.
4-If you could go anywhere in the world on a romantic getaway, what would you do and where would you go?
There are so many possibilities, but I think it would be delightful to spend time in one of those amazing luxury Adirondack resorts. You get to enjoy the scenery of the Adirondacks while being pampered. If I had a couple thousand to spend per night, I'd be right there!
5-What is the hardest thing for you to write?
The sex scenes! Once in a while I'll get on a roll and they'll flow smoothly, but often they're difficult because you want to get the right balance of hot and sweet. You want the reader to feel the heat, but have to remember the emotion as well. You're writing a ROMANCE, after all! Then of course, there's the little matter of making sure everyone's body parts are in the correct place and you're not having your characters do anything that's physically impossible, lol!
6-If you could live the life of one of your characters who would you be?
I'd have to say Tania Talcott, one of the heroines of my latest release, Irresistible Impulse. She's impulsive, gutsy and not afraid to say exactly what she thinks. In other words, all the things that I'm afraid to be!
Let me share a little more about the story:
Ordinarily, Tania Talcott wouldn't be caught dead at a speed dating event, but she lost a stupid bet. Checking out the slim pickings, she's convinced the evening will be a total bust--until a classy, sensual, African American woman enters the room. A woman Tania met briefly once before and never forgot.
Latisha Hobbs is only attending this event to support her young cousin, who's ready to start dating again. Latisha's heart has been on ice for quite some time. But she finds herself immediately--and strongly--enticed by the friendly overtures of a vivacious redhead. Or are they more than friendly?
Fueled by an irresistible impulse, Tania wastes no time getting to know the beautiful woman. Latisha is drawn to Tania as well, but memories of an unhappy love affair make her reluctant to act. These two opposites definitely attract, but will their differences be too much to overcome?
Latisha Hobbs is only attending this event to support her young cousin, who's ready to start dating again. Latisha's heart has been on ice for quite some time. But she finds herself immediately--and strongly--enticed by the friendly overtures of a vivacious redhead. Or are they more than friendly?
Fueled by an irresistible impulse, Tania wastes no time getting to know the beautiful woman. Latisha is drawn to Tania as well, but memories of an unhappy love affair make her reluctant to act. These two opposites definitely attract, but will their differences be too much to overcome?
7-The tag line on my blog is ‘Indulge Your Inner Romantic.’ What do you do to indulge?
What is life without indulging? Indulgence to me equals hot lattes, delicious chocolate and kicking back to attack the TBR pile on my Kindle or an old-skool paperback. To me, that's the lap of luxury!
Thanks again for having me here today!
Nona Raines
Hot Contemporary Romance
Edgy ~ Emotional ~ Erotic
www.nonaraines.com
Hot Contemporary Romance
Edgy ~ Emotional ~ Erotic
www.nonaraines.com
Ordinarily, Tania Talcott wouldn't be caught dead at a speed dating event, but the stupid bet she'd lost forced her to be there. Checking out the slim pickings, Tania's convinced the evening will be a total bust— until a classy, sensual, African American woman enters the room. A woman Tania met briefly once before and never forgot.
Latisha Hobbs is only attending this event to support her young cousin, who's ready to start dating again. Latisha's heart has been on ice for quite some time. But she finds herself immediately—and strongly—drawn to the friendly overtures of a vivacious redhead. Or are they more than friendly?
Fueled by an irresistible impulse, Tania wastes no time getting to know this beautiful woman. Latisha is attracted as well, but memories of an unhappy love affair make her reluctant to act. These two opposites definitely attract, but will their differences be too much to overcome?
Genre: Contemporary sensual romance F/F
Nona Raines became hooked on romances when she first picked up "The Flame and the Flower" by Kathleen Woodiwiss (and she's not telling how long ago that was). Romances may have changed since then, but her love for a good love story has not. She's been writing off and on for years, but it was only when she joined the Central New York Romance Writers Association that she finally gained the support and confidence she needed to complete a manuscript.
Nona lives in upstate New York with her many pets and is currently working on her next novel. A former librarian, she enjoys reading books of all genres and discussing them with others. She is thrilled to finally be able to call herself an author and looks forward to hearing from readers.
Excerpt:
As they chatted and laughed Latisha again felt that sensation vibrate through her body, that combination of nerves and sexual longing. She was light-headed with anticipation and weak with fear.
Of course, the alcohol didn’t help. But as Tania shared some funny stories about her experiences working with the public, all Latisha could think about was leaning forward and pressing her lips to Tania’s pink mouth.
Don’t go there.
Tania grew blurry as Danielle’s face floated in front of her. “I’m not in love with you.” The words echoed in her memory.
Tania’s voice brought her back to the present. “Latisha? You all right?”
“Excuse me.” Latisha stood so abruptly she bumped the table and made the glasses jiggle. “I need to use the bathroom.”
“Is everything okay?” Tania’s eyes were wide with concern. “These drinks are delish, but they pack a pretty good kick.”
“I’m not drunk.”
“I never said—”
She had to get away. “Excuse me.”
She brushed past a waitress with a tray of drinks and several others in her rush to the Ladies’ Room. Once there, she washed her hands and patted her cheeks with a damp paper towel, trying to collect herself.
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