Welcome to my guest Kate Hill. We're going to start with a short interview, then she'll share a bit about her latest book with us!
Has writing been something
you always did, or was it a discovered talent that came to you at a later
point?
I've
been writing for as long as I can remember. When I was sixteen I started
submitting stories for possible publication. It took about ten years before one
of my stories (an erotic vampire tale) was accepted.
Do you remember how it felt
when you were offered that first contract? What emotions stand out in your
memory?
I
couldn't believe one of my stories had finally been picked up by a publisher
(Circlet Press). It felt terrific!
Is this a first book, part of
a series, or the latest in a long line of many?
My
latest vampire series is Weapons of Redemption. The series has five stories in
all. While they can be read alone, the books are connected by a story arc.
What is the oddest thing that’s happened to you since you chose to become a
professional writer?
Will it ever make it into a book, or is that a
secret? That's a hard question! I can't think of anything that's too odd that's
happened to me, but I tend to be an odd person in general so I guess odd is
subjective!
Do you have your next book
underway, or other titles in the planning stages?
Right
now I'm working on the last book in my Daring Domanicos series. It's about
three daredevil brothers--a lifeguard, a firefighter and a bounty hunter--who
find their soul mates.
Do you have a favourite genre
and why? Is it one you write in, read in, or both?
I
love romance and horror. Sometimes together and sometimes separate! I write
many sub-genres of romance and I also enjoy writing horror and hope to someday
be published in that genre.
What, to you, is the most
exciting part of the writing process? Does it change from book to book or
remain the same?
For
me the most exciting part is getting to know the characters. When new
characters start "telling" me their story, it's always a thrill. I
love preparing for the story as well as writing it.
If you could co-author a book
with anyone, who would you choose and why? What kind of book do you think would
come from the collaboration?
Honestly,
I don't think I'd do well co-authoring a book. I really prefer to work alone
until it's time for the critique and editing process. I'm a bit of a control
freak. LOL!
Where can readers find you on
the web?
Thank you!
Thanks so much for being my
guest, Kate. And now, let’s have a look at your book:
Weapons of Redemption 4: Marksmen by Saloni Quinby
(M/M Erotic Vampire)
Blurb:
Ansley and Brayden were stolen as boys by the hated vampire
pirate, Tarun, to work aboard his ship. As men, their friendship blossomed into
a deep, undeniable love. They've built a life together and their home is the
headquarters for the brotherhood of five rebels who broke free of their hated
master. In the final battle between the vampire pirate and the Weapons of
Redemption, Ansley and Brayden's love for each other will either save or
destroy them.
Excerpt:
“Brayden.” Ansley turned to face his lover. Scratches marked
Brayden’s arms and chest. The fang marks on his neck still oozed blood, the
flesh around the punctures bruised from the force of Ansley’s bite. Guilt
washed over him, then rage.
Brayden stared at him with calm blue eyes that expressed
only love.
“I’m so sorry,” Ansley said in a strained whisper. His
fingertips caressed Brayden’s neck, hovering over the vicious bite marks.
Brayden took his hand and kissed his palm. “It’s all right,
Ansley. Everything will be all right now.”
“No, it won’t. We’re stuck here with Tarun and --”
Brayden silenced him with a kiss, then whispered against his
lips, “We’re together. That’s all that matters.”
“It’s not supposed to be like this.”
“We’ll worry about that later.”
The door opened and two guards entered. Both wore black. One
had cropped red hair. The other’s scalp was smooth shaven.
“Master Tarun wants us to show you to your room,” said the
bald guard.
“Give us a minute to get dressed,” Brayden said, reaching
for their discarded clothes.
“Take all the time you need. We’ll be outside,” said the
redhead before both guards left.
“What do we do now?” Ansley asked.
“Go to our room and enjoy Tarun’s hospitality.”
“He hasn’t been very hospitable.”
“I think that might change.”
“Brayden, what’s gotten into you?”
“A dose of good sense. Just follow my lead. I think it’s
time we make some changes.”
“What kind of changes?”
Taking Ansley’s face in his hands, Brayden said, “You’ll
see. Will you follow me?”
“Anywhere you lead, as always.”
Thank you for having me as a guest, Denyse!
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