Author Interviews

About the Author My name is Nikki Noffsinger and I am the author of Cursed Awakening published by XoXo Publishing with cover art by Kayden Mcleod. I write all sorts of stories but my favorites are all inspired by my love of fantasy and the paranormal. I started at a tender age loving both books and horror movies and writing paranormal romance gives me a vehicle. I am proud to also be part of the XoXo Publishing team. What inspires you to write romance books? Everything really. I can find stories everywhere. There are really no boundries when it comes ...

About the Author JD Nelson is a scenic artist for the entertainment industry, the author of the Night Aberrations Series and the Wicked Ways Series, and the owner of Chaste Moon Publishing. When she’s not spending time with her husband, you can find her writing, reading, or on her commute to work. What inspires you to write romance books? I love to lose myself in the worlds I’ve created. When you’re the author, your favorite book never has to end. Tell us about how you write: With every book I write, my writing habits are different. The first one I ...

About the Author Cynthianna has published both contemporary romances and fantasy romantic-comedies. She also writes sf/paranormal erotic-romance under the pen name of Celine Chatillon. Her screwball science fiction/fantasy romance, Loving Who, is available in both print and e-formats at Mojocastle Press. The sequel, Leaving Who, will release this Earth Day. You can read excerpts from her novels at her web sites: http://www.cynthianna.com and http://www.celinechatillon.com Cindy grew up watching Star Trek and reading the science fiction classics and Harlequin romances by the bushel. Somewhere along the line she became an ardent Doctor Who fan, and figured it was just as fun ...

About the Author By day, Kellie Kamryn is captain of her crew wearing many a hat: chauffeur, cook, maid, and arm chair psychologist. In her spare time, she lets her sassy side out to play, writing stories and poetry that sweep readers into other worlds of contemporary erotic romance. Sweet and romantic, or sassy and hot, Kellie’s writing will melt your heart – and maybe your undies! Her vivid style of storytelling has gained her erotic romances numerous 5-star reviews. Mulit-talented, she does voice work recording audiobooks, available on Amazon, iTunes, Audible and other retailers. Kellie is a PRO member ...

About the Author Celine Chatillon grew up watching Dark Shadows and Star Trek, while reading all the sci-fi classics and Harlequin romances she could get her hands on. Celine is the alter ego of multi-published romance novelist, Cynthianna. Celine finds writing erotica a very pleasant departure from her day job as a manuscript evaluator and copy editor. Her erotic-romance tales with eXtasy Books include Blood Bond, Blood Betrayal (Kindred Vampires series) and the series Brandi Whyne and Her Incredibly Erotic Adventures.. Her books with Liquid Silver Books include Help I’m Falling for the Vampire Next Door and Hanging with a ...

About the Author Jenna Harte is a die-hard romantic, whose favorite romantic characters are committed, often married and frequently getting into trouble. She is the author of the Valentine Mysteries featuring Tess, a chocolate loving, couture lingerie wearing sleuth and Jack her love interest. She also writes novellas featuring the adventures and passions of Max and Madeleine Delecoeur. When she’s not telling stories, she works by day as a freelance writer and blogger. She lives in central Virginia with her husband, two teenage children and two cats. What inspires you to write romance books? I love a good romance, especially ...

About the Author Virginia Vayna was born in Dayton, Ohio. During 1999, she moved to Long Beach, California, where she lived on a sailboat for three-years. She currently holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, and she holds a Master of Social Science. Virginia enjoys writing historical fiction, fantasy, paranormal romance, mystery and YA. Her first book, The Hunters and the Queen, is the first book in her Element series. On a separate note, Virginia never turns down a soft pretzel. Condiment of choice? Typically mustard, but hot sauce is a close second. What inspires you to write romance ...

About the Author I’m a proud mother of four, wife of one and a severe addict of coffee (unfortunately). What inspires you to write romance books? Most of my ideas come when listening to music. Lyrics always make my head full of ideas. Tell us about how you write: I always start with the character and their families. Who are they? What are they? Where do they live? What do they look like? What are their dreams, their goals and their fears? When I have the characters in the back of my head I start with writing a synopsis which ...

About the Author Just like Gillian Matthews, the heroine in her debut romance novel, The Reunion, Marina Martindale began her career as a graphic designer and artist, and several of her paintings have been featured in juried art shows. Over time, however, she discovered that writing was her true life’s passion. “I love creating conflicted characters,” says Martindale. “I think they’re more like the people we meet in real life. I also like the complexity of romance. It’s an opportunity to delve deep into the human condition and try to understand what it is that motivates us to make the ...

About the Author David Burnett lives in Columbia South Carolina, with his wife and their blue-eyed cat, Bonnie. The Reunion, his first novel, is set in nearby Charleston. David enjoys traveling, photography, baking bread, and the Carolina beaches. He has photographed subjects as varied as prehistoric ruins on the islands of Scotland, star trails, sea gulls, and a Native American powwow. David and his wife have traveled widely in the United States and the United Kingdom. During one trip to Scotland, they visited Crathes Castle, the ancestral home of the Burnett family near Aberdeen. In The Reunion, Michael’s journey through ...

About the Author Té Russ has been a fan of romance novels since she snuck and read her first one, Scarlett Woman by Gwynne Forster, as a teenager. She’s loved writing even longer. When she’s not reading or writing, she’s taking care of her wonder husband and three kids in Texas. What inspires you to write romance books? Everything around me inspires me! Movies, music, my own life, books I read. Tell us about how you write: I keep a journal or take notes on my phone and whenever ideas come to me, I write them down. Once I figure ...

About the Author Lucinda Sue Crosby is an Amazon bestseller, award-winning journalist, Nashville songwriter and commissioned poet. She is also a former Hollywood actress and professional tennis player. Crosby has had a love affair with the written word since she was a little girl. Her writing passions have led her through a number of writing careers and numerous writing awards including being selected by TheAuthorShow.com in 2011 as “One of 50 Authors You Should be Reading.” Her novel, Francesca of Lost Nation, is the winner of five literary prizes and has been a Kindle bestseller in various categories of Romance ...