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Make-up artist to the stars. The favorite aunt.
Dance teacher. Baby sister. Talented musician and
song-writer.
Single.
Why did that word rank above the
rest? Helen loved her family and understood they wanted her to have
the real love they’d all found. It’s just that she’d found her
someone special and learned to live without him. She’d been too
young for the quirky, idealistic doctor-off to save the world-to
notice. And, really, if she had it her way, he’d never know how
she’d felt. Now, he was one of her best friends, a pen pal, losing
him would be too much.
Seeing him at their parents wedding,
Helen realizes the horrible truth: she still loves Joseph… which
wouldn’t be so bad if she wasn’t in the situation she was
in.
But
she was. And her secret will change everything.
Will
it destroy hope for a Hollywood happy ending too?
Most
of my favorite authors are indie or self-pubbed, what made me you
decide to go that route?
I
did try to go through some of the bigger houses in the beginning, but
there was always something that didn’t ‘fit’- first person
wasn’t popular, celebrity/philanthropic heroes don’t sell - that
sort of thing. I found InkSpell and knew it was a perfect fit. I’m
so very glad - they’ve taken such care of my books.
What
was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your
books?
I’m
into angst in my stories. I like a love story, don’t get me wrong -
but I tend to drag my characters through the emotional minefield
before they get their happily ever afters. :)
Which
of your characters are you most like? Least like?
I
try to like all of my characters, even the bad guys. I think it’s
important to make your characters multi-dimensional so even the bad
guys aren’t all bad. They’re still the bad guy though, so I’m
fine with readers loving to hate my bad guys.
Do
you have a particular writing habit?
I
try to write whenever I can. Even if it’s five minutes. Time is
precious and it’s not always easy to have a long write in.
Evenings, weekends, and holidays are good too.
If
you had to choose, which writer would you consider a mentor?
Hmm…
that’s tough. I love so many authors. Some of my favorite authors
include Lori Wilde, Stephanie Dray/Stephanie Draven, Diana Gabaldon,
and Julia Quinn.
Are
there any new authors that have grasped your interest?
Some
newer authors I enjoy are Sandy Williams, Laura Kaye, and Barbara
Han, to name a few.
What
is the hardest part of your writing?
Writing
through the hard parts, when I’m stuck or not feeling ‘it’ and
still managing to create something new. The first draft is always the
hard part. Going back, fine-tuning and tweaking, is fun.
Do
you have any advice for other writers?
Write
the story in your heart. You might have to compromise on some aspects
of your story, but don’t lose your story or your voice.
Describe
yourself in three words.
Sweet,
kind, goofy
I
know characters are like children but if you could chose, who’s
your favorite from your books? Of all time?
Um…
No fair. I can’t pick one book! Impossible! I love Ender’s Game,
1984, Lord of the Flies, Outlander, What Happens in London… and so
on...
Any
song or songs that could basically sum up the overall mood of your
writing?
I
use music to help set the mood for my scenes. If I’m writing a
romantic scene I’ll use Nora Jones or Colbie Callait. Or music
soundtracks. Sometimes lyrics can be distracting.
Do
you plot out your books or just freely write them and let the
characters tell you what to do next?
I
normally have a loose idea of where I’m going with the story when I
start, but I’m not rigid about it. If my characters decide to take
off on their own and or change things up, I let them.
If
you had to choose, which writer would you consider the biggest
influence in your writing?
I’d
say that every author finds inspiration from books they enjoy. I’ve
been privileged to have support from fellow authors in various
writing groups--which helps me keep going.
What
are your current projects? Can you share a little of your current
work with us?
I’m
working on finishing my first young adult project - a cowboy and a
city girl romance. And I’m working on the next book in my Loves of
Olympus series too.
Sasha is part gypsy. Born June 9, 1974, stories
have always played an important role in her life. Her passions have
always been storytelling, Hollywood, history, and travel. It’s no
surprise that her books include a little of each. Her first
play, ‘Greek Gods and Goddesses’ was written for her Girl Scout
troupe. She’s been writing ever since. She loves getting lost in
the worlds and characters she creates; even if she frequently forgets
to run the dishwasher or wash socks when she’s doing so. Luckily,
her four brilliant children and hero-inspiring hubby are super
understanding and supportive.
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Love, love, love this series. Cannot wait to read this book.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the writing and I look forward to many more.
Thanks for hosting me! I'm so excited to share Helen and Joseph's story - here's hoping readers love them too. :)
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