My Tempting Highlander: A Highland Hearts Novel by Maeve Greyson

 Synopsis

Cursed to live forever with neither wife nor child, Ronan Sutherland has watched all he cherishes turn to dust—more than once. For hundreds of years, he’s been trapped behind the mists of Loch Ness, hoping to identify the one woman who is prophesied to break the spell. Now, at last, the fates have aligned, and he’s being sent into the future to fetch her. After a single glimpse, Ronan knows he’s been waiting all his life for this passionate woman.

Unlike her time-traveling sisters, Mairi Sinclair is perfectly content to remain in the present. As a hospital nurse in Edinburgh, she cherishes the opportunity to put her gift of healing powers to good use. But everything changes the morning a mysterious wolf darts in front of her car. Touching the wounded creature’s tawny coat, a tingle surges through her. Yet when she returns with aid, Mairi is shocked to find instead a man with broad shoulders and fire in his eyes—a man who tempts her to unleash the animal within.

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MY REVIEW

 Ronan Sutherland and Mairi are made for each other. the story line, and plot are good. The side characters were well done and The description of the scenes spot on. I could feel everything around and it sometimes felt as if I was their. Though If I was I would have popped both them upside the head. lol Anyways this is a great book, I laughed, action, and mystery.
It is a must read.

Character Interview for The Irish Warrior by Ashley York

I loved the book. It was a non stop read and I fricken loved that you don't need to read the other books to know what's going on. Heart broken and thinking he could not love, a man finds he didn't even know what love was. And Thomasina was a woman who did not think her worth was anything, found that she could be loved and sought after.

They were a strong couple who complimented each other. The story was great. I loved every bit of it and hated when the book was done. I would have kept reading if she had kept writing. There was enough action to keep me happy and enough hotness to keep others happy. I hope to see Thomasina brothers Niell and Lachlann in a book to come. Ashley York is a very talented writer. She can bring people into her world with words and we would not even know we were walking among the characters. Time passes by and you forgot to eat or drink something. Yes this book is worth

A Character Interview for Thomasina of The Irish Warrior
 
Verra nice to meet ye, Kimi. Ye've a lovely name I have not heard overmuch. Thank ye for having me visit with ye today.


What are your strongest/weakest traits? 

Weel, I have to say I do not think of myself as strong, as a man is strong, but in the mind? I'd say I am. I dunna like to take no for an answer and I certainly dunna like to be told what to do unless I've a mind to do it on my own, ye ken? Just to be told to do this or that, to go here or there? Nae, I will not have it. Dunna take me as a willful daughter but 'twas my own father who started me down this path I now find myself on. He canna just order me to marry someone when he has himself in a bit a trouble, ye ken? I am not to be bossed around with no will of my own. Now my brother Niall? He kens that and he respects me for it although dunna be asking him directly or he will be saying 'tis not so. (Thomasina winks) Ye ken how the mind of a man works.


What are your fears?

I've a fear of being abandoned. I've been on my own with no one but my brother to count on but if he were not there, I would be afeared. When I went to find him? When my father tried to force me to marry that old man? I was sore afeared, my own heart pounding in my chest like I'd run a great distance. Then what did I find? Not my brother. I found my horse. Daisy! Do ye believe that? And what a handsome warrior astride her. He near took what breath I had left right away from me. Ye ken? So I had to keep my wits about me to try and get Daisy back. With Daisy, I could find my brother.


Most embarrassing thing that ever happened to you?

What brought my cheeks to full bloom? The way the warrior, Sean, looked at me. He called me lad and talked to me like I was a man but when his eyes perused me? 'Twas embarrassing for me when my stomach started fluttering and I could not even catch my breath. And when he near kissed me? Oh, I wanted his lips on mine, to feel them firm against me. That was embarrassing—if I was indeed a lad, ye ken? And then my body stirring at the mere expression on his face! His smoldering eyes looking right down into my soul. I wanted to press up against him and melt, with nothing holding me up but his strong arms.


What is the trait you most deplore in yourself? 

I hate my fear. I want to be strong but my mind starts going on all that could happen and I'm lost in a dark spiral of fear! I deplore that trait the most. 'Tis funny but I dunna feel that afeared when I'm with Sean. He'll ken what to do next, whatever happens. He makes me braver, ye ken? I trust him with my fear, too. He would not tease me like my brother. He'd try and take away my fear, I ken it. He's a good man. A brave man.




About Ashley York

Ashley York – Author of Medieval Romance and Intrigue

…Where History Takes a Passionate Turn

Two things you should know about Ashley York – Author of Medieval Romance and Intrigue right up front. I’m a hard-core romantic. I believe true love does exist and once found, can transform your life from a solitary journey into a passionate adventure. I love history with larger than life heroes, chivalrous knights, lords and ladies, castles, manors, battles and conquests. These are the foundations for passionate, medieval romance novels. That’s what I write. There is nothing like the intense emotions sparked between a driven, hard-working medieval warrior and a feisty damsel in a quandary, often not of her own making.

It only makes sense that I use my MA in History and all those research techniques to create romantic characters from the past. Although my works are fiction, I like to incorporate authentic places, events, and people to peak your interest. I use real history but with an artistic flare. I love research, especially from primary documents, and could get lost in them! You’ll discover a world of fiction wrapped around historical people and events in my stories. Some events you may recognize and some are just from my imagination.

Ashley York. I’m fascinated by the High Middle Ages in Scotland, England, and Ireland. There are so many world-changing events taking place here from their participation in the Crusades to the Battle of Hastings that permanently connected the islands to the continent. Before the Declaration of Arbroath, before William Wallace, before the Doomsday Book, the area was ripe for great events and they never failed to deliver. It is on this combustible backdrop that I create characters with the same desires and motivations as we have today.

When I’m not writing, I enjoy cooking. It’s relaxing and I always like to find something new and easy. On Fridays I occasionally share simple recipes with Foody Friday. Sometimes entrees. Sometimes desserts. Sometimes snacks. Always delicious.

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M.T. Magee on The Author Show

M.T. Magee will also be featured as a guest author on The Author Show, the highly ranked radio show featuring interviews from authors of all genre. Her interview will be broadcast Jan.11th for an entire week and available 24/7. 

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Truly a “Treasure”: First Novel in the Anticipated ‘Rienfield Chronicles’ Redefines the Fantasy Genre with Cinematic Tale of Romance and Adventure

Vividly imagined by M.T. Magee, ‘The Treasure of Gwenlais: The Rienfield Chronicles Book 1’ is taking the fantasy world by storm, with a coveted five-star rating on Amazon, Kobo, and Barnes and Nobel giving her now over 20 five star reviews, and a growing band of devoted fans. With a courageous and beautiful heroine, daring and romantic hero, and a mythical kingdom on the brink of war, ‘The Treasure of Gwenlais’ is an enchanting read that will transport readers from the moment they open to the first page…

For Immediate Release

New Hampshire – Astonishingly, ‘The Treasure of Gwenlais; The Rienfield Chronicles Book 1’ is M.T. Magee’s first novel, but readers would never know it. After all, creating fantastical worlds that feel as real as the earth that surrounds us is no easy feat. However, under the skilled hands of a writer like Magee, it appears seamless.
Taking her fans on magical journeys is what Magee lives for as a writer, and she’s certainly done so with the first in her planned series of books exploring the mysteries, dangers and electrifying romance of Rienfield, her glorious creation inspired by her family’s heritage. 
“Rienfield feels very personal to me,” says Magee with a smile. “I’m of Scottish descent and my husband from Irish – so with those cultures in mind, I sketched out this other world, other universe, really. I fused the wild beauty of the Scottish highlands with the lush greenery of Ireland to serve as a backdrop for the mythical realm of Rienfield.”
While the landscape will fascinate readers of all ages, it is the loves, feuds, sweeping romances and epic battles of the people of Rienfield, and the new fantastical races and creatures not found anywhere else, that will make this series a favorite of the genre for decades to come.
Synopsis:
Princess Laurel of Gwenlais, finds herself tragically and quickly thrust into a world of danger, so unlike the idyllic and sheltered life she has known. These dangers from an unknown enemy, also unexpectedly throw her into the arms of Caleb, the warrior Prince of Heathwin, the nearby kingdom in which Gwenlais has a tense alliance with. The more refined people of Gwenlais, find their neighbors and protectors of the West necessary, but consider them uncouth and sometimes barbaric. The long and bloody feud between Heathwin, and the mysterious, frightening, and misunderstood, race of beings, called the Rabkins, had finally reached an uneasy truce, by the hard fought and diligent efforts of Prince Caleb. This fragile agreement, was soon shattered by an attack from outside, that threaten both kingdoms of Gwenlais and Heathwin.
Laurel and Caleb find themselves, not only fighting for the peace and existence of their kingdoms, but fighting for their new found love that is imperiled at every turn from a nameless enemy, and their own people as well. Laurel follows her calling, by beginning her training in the ancient healing arts of the Ollams. She soon finds that her skills may be needed to heal more than just the physical wounds of others, but also the wounds of the heart, long put upon by the people of both she and Caleb’s kingdoms by the mistrust and bigotries of either side.
As they draw closer together, they discover just how far this unknown enemy, has gone to tear them apart from within. They must together, find a way to rise above old and long standing prejudices, and form a much stronger alliance in order to fight against the new enemy from outside of their borders, that threatens their very survival.
Early reviews of the book have been glowingly positive.
“This is the 1st book & debut novel of MT Magee, which just astonished me, since I would consider this some of the finest fantasy to come out in years,” wrote Elizabeth A. Evans.
Amazon reviewer Cathy H. agrees: “This is an amazing story of Laurel and Caleb who find themselves not only fighting for peace for their kingdoms but are also fighting for their love. Ms Magee has created a world of fantasy that stirs the imagination. With characters that are well developed you can feel the love, sorrow, and humor in each of them. If you want a story with adventure, sacrifice, and love you must get this amazing book. It is the first in a series and it won't disappoint!” 
Amazon reviewer Heather L commented,  “MT Magee’s very first book is wonderful. She writes a fantasy that the reader wants to be a part of. Her heroine is very complex and has many intriguing faucets. Not only is she a princess who must do whatever she can for her people and her land but she is also a healer, one that must learn her ability and use it wisely. The author writes her heroine with so much detail that the reader can peel back each of her layers and truly get to know the woman inside. The hero is just as interesting and evolved. He helps the Heroine Princess Laurel to learn and grow from a spoiled girl to a kind and strong woman. Together they must fight for their love as well as their kingdoms. They must battle evil doers and protect what is most important to them both.
MT’s background and secondary characters are just as detailed as the main characters. The magic of the story is one I haven’t experienced in a long time. It is a perfect mix of fantasy and romance that keeps you turning the page for more and more adventure. Every aspect of this story is written perfectly, from the characters, to the plot line; from the first page to the very last. I cannot wait till the second book comes out.”

And M.F.D a reviewer from Kobo had this to say, “Wonderfully told fantasy story. Great job!!!
WOW!!! Where do I start?! This is a brilliant new book, by first time author, M.T. Magee. This is a long read to be sure, but I found that it flowed very well, it did not 'bog down'. There are so many elements all masterfully woven together. This is the story of a fantastic realm, centered around the two kingdoms of Gwenlais, and Heathwin. These kingdoms have had an uneasy alliance together for many years, but now there are forces from outside that are trying to tear them apart. Enter Prince Caleb of Heathwin, and Princess Laurel of Gwenlais. They must come together to unite their kingdoms against this unseen force, while trying to bury long held mistrust and unrest. You will truly be 'hooked' by the first page. It starts off with a bang, and finishes with a.... I'm not going to say. You will just have to read it for yourself. Again, so many elements to this story. There is great action, adventure and tragedy, along with suspense and intrigue, and yes romance. I am a man reading this, and while there is a strong love story, I found that it was very well done, and you ladies out there should enjoy it as well. There are great relationships between the leads, family is important. Another aspect of this book, is the wonderful 'new' peoples and creatures that the imagination of Ms. Magee was able to come up with. I feel that it can be summed up by a quote from my favorite sci-fi series. "To boldly go where no one has gone before." You will not find mention of the often used, or overused, elves, dwarfs, wizards, etc. Now don't get me wrong, I love these guys, big fan of Tolkien, just nice to see some new creations. The race of beings called the Rabkins, and also the Kedesh, are just two of many new and interesting, sometimes frightening creations of hers. Another aspect that I really enjoyed, was her use of 'old speak' which was based on old Gaelic. This was just one part of the book that was taken from old Irish and Scottish traditions, names and places. Speaking of language, the witty banter and dialogue between the characters was masterful. There is a nice blend of humor too, some outright LOL moments. You can lose yourself in a scene because you can 'hear' them talking. Her descriptions of people and places were so well done, so descriptive, that you will be able to 'see' them. Her ability to write in 'proper' English, harkens back to writers like J. Austen and E. Gaskell. So with that being said, this is truly an epic fantasy adventure!! Only one spoiler alert. This is the first in a series of books that will entertain you for years to come. It is a place you will want to revisit often. I cannot wait for the next installment!” 


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M.T. Magee now live on the Author show!!! Come and hear my radio interview! It will be live for the next 24hrs. http://www.wnbnetworkwest.com/WnbAuthorsShow3.html

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You like an epic romantic medieval fantasy? You like Princes and Princesses? Do you want to be brought into a world the beautiful Scottish Highlands, as well as the lush rolling meadows of Ireland?
Then come Read The Treasure of Gwenlais: The Rienfield Chronicles Book 1.

GIVEAWAY, One person will win an e-book of your choice, up to $5.00, Once her page reaches 350 likes. All you have to do? Start sharing, lets get MT Magee's name out there.

BLOG STOP HOP for January 11, 2016

My giveaway is to one person, one ebook of your choosing up to $5.00 from one of the following Authors. Vonda Sinclair, M.T. Magee, Mary Morgan, Donna Fletcher, Suzan Tisdale, Aurrora St James, Kate Robbins, April Holthaus, Ashley York, Victoria Zak, and Kathryn Le Veque.

Tell me, is there anything you would do differently in writing books? Is their something new you would like to see written or such? Let these, and all authors know, what is it that you are looking for when you read a story. What would make you stop and say Holy Moly, that's it, I died and gone to heaven? 

               

FEVERBORN is out in a little over a week by KMM

In Karen Marie Moning’s latest installment of the epic #1 New York Times bestselling Fever series, the stakes have never been higher and the chemistry has never been hotter. Hurtling us into a realm of labyrinthine intrigue and consummate seduction, FEVERBORN is a riveting tale of ancient evil, lust, betrayal, forgiveness and the redemptive power of love.

When the immortal race of the Fae destroyed the ancient wall dividing the worlds of Man and Faery, the very fabric of the universe was damaged and now Earth is vanishing bit by bit. Only the long-lost Song of Making—a haunting, dangerous melody that is the source of all life itself—can save the planet.

But those who seek the mythic Song—Mac, Barrons, Ryodan and Jada—must contend with old wounds and new enemies, passions that burn hot and hunger for vengeance that runs deep. The challenges are many: The Keltar at war with nine immortals who’ve secretly ruled Dublin for eons, Mac and Jada hunted by the masses, the Seelie queen nowhere to be found, and the most powerful Unseelie prince in all creation determined to rule both Fae and Man. Now the task of solving the ancient riddle of the Song of Making falls to a band of deadly warriors divided among—and within—themselves.

Once a normal city possessing a touch of ancient magic, Dublin is now a treacherously magical city with only a touch of normal. And in those war-torn streets, Mac will come face to face with her most savage enemy yet: herself.

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Highland Fate by Victoria Zak

BOOK INFORMATION

TITLE – Highland Fate SERIES – Guardians of Scotland AUTHOR – Victoria Zak GENRE – Historical Paranormal romance (Dragon Shifters) PUBLICATION DATE – Nov 23 2015 LENGTH (Pages/# Words) - 65K PUBLISHER – Victoria Zak COVER ARTIST – JAB

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BOOK SYNOPSIS

She was his saving grace.

The Red Hawk, warrior chieftain of Helmfirth, is an over bearing, dominating dragon who strikes fear in his enemies, until one day a nemesis dares to test his limits and attacks Hawk and all that he holds dear. With one foot in the grave, Hawk finds himself inside the walls of Dunfermline Abbey and his life at the mercy of Sister Kate. In repaying a debt for saving his life, Hawk accepts Kate’s proposal. Will her proposal be the death of him or save him from a terrible mistake?

He was her fall from grace.

Growing up in Dunfermline Abbey, boundaries and vows have kept Sister Kate safe until a wounded red-headed Highlander in desperate need of her help turns her guarded life upside down. The lure of this man brings out a side of Kate long suppressed, she now yearns to leave the Abbey in search of her true self. There’s one problem, she can’t make the daunting journey through the Highlands alone. She needs a Highlander with exceptional skills and she has her eyes set on one, Hawk.

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BUY & TBR LINKS

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AUTHOR BIO

Victoria Zak is an internationally bestselling author in Scottish Historical Paranormal Romance. Her first book, Highland Burn, won an Honorable Mention at the 2015 RONE awards for best paranormal romance.

Growing up in the sister city to Stirling, Scotland, Scottish flare was abundant throughout Dunedin, FL. From her High School band to the annual Highland Games that took place right across the street from her childhood home, the bagpipes beckoned her toward her calling. It seemed only natural for Victoria Zak to want to write in the Scottish historical romance genre. Add to the fact, she was also a paranormal romance junkie, there was no doubt that her influences would be the driving force behind her stories.

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AUTHOR FOLLOW LINKS

AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE WEBSITE / BLOG FACEBOOK TWITTER GOOGLE+ NEWSLETTER

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I seem to think anything this lady writes will always be a five star book. This book has a wonderful plot, story line keeps you engaged and the characters are all great. They come alive the more you read. I know what you are thinking, how can she make this into a worthy read, well she does. She pulls you into the story and along the way you become one of the characters in the book.I love this lady's books. She always is able to take me away for a while. If you do nothing else, take the time to read this series. You will fall in love with it.

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The Mountains Trilogy by Phoebe Alexander

Mountains Wanted, Mountains Climbed and Mountains Loved

The Mountains Trilogy

By Phoebe Alexander

Published by Mountains Wanted Publishing

Genre: Erotic Romance

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Mountains Wanted

Published: 12/12/12

456 pages

Dr. Sarah Lynde is an open-minded sexual adventurer. A sociology

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Mountains Climbed

Published: 7/7/13

464 pages

In Mountains Wanted, we met Dr. Sarah Lynde, a sociology professor and

divorced mother of two, and Lt. James McAllister, a newly commissioned

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off as friends with benefits but soon realized that their connection

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Mountains Loved
Published: 10/10/15
490 pages

In this final book of the Mountains Trilogy, Dr. Sarah Lynde and Lt.

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Sarah's daughter Abigail has gone off to college and faces her own

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Interview with Regan Walker

FIVE STAR BOOK Kimi's Review

Rogue Knight, Geoffroi and Emma were a great pair. I totally loved this book. Action packed, funny, and hidden secrets. From beginning to end you are wanting more and more, needing to know what happens next.

Though she is unsure of Normans, she realizes not all are bad. She tries to fight it, but knows she cannot. He learns the price of love.

You can read this as a stand alone or as the series and not feel lost. The side characters are developed well and you find you are fond of them. The story line and plot are spot on. If you want a good book by a great author then this is it

Tell us about yourself
 

I’m a lawyer turned writer and I love it. My first stories were Regencies and since then I’ve written Georgian (late 18th century) and Medieval. My readers seem to like the different historical periods. I expect to be writing Georgian and Regency again, but right now I’m writing a book set in 11th century Scotland.

 

On the personal side, I live on the coast in San Diego and love it. I get to walk my Golden Retriever on the crest of a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean every day. But I love to travel, too! Last year I went to the Scottish Highlands with another author and we had a ball.
 

Tell us about your new book?
 

Can love bloom in the midst of war? That is the question Rogue Knight answers. It’s book 2 in the Medieval Warriors series and follows award-winning The Red Wolf’s Prize, but it can be read as a stand alone. It’s set in York, England in 1069… three years after the Norman Conquest. The North of England seethes with discontent under the heavy hand of William the Conqueror, who unleashes his fury on the rebels who would dare defy him. Amid the ensuing devastation, love blooms in the heart of a gallant Norman knight for a Yorkshire widow. Emma of York may be my most splendid heroine and Sir Geoffroi my most honorable hero.

 

When you write, does your real life spill over into your book at any time?

Sometimes, but mostly from my memories and life experiences, both my own or those of others I know. I do extensive research for my novels, hundreds of hours for each one, so I know the times in which I set my stories. In the medieval era, in a time of conquest, it was not uncommon for women to fear rape or forced marriages. To find love among such times and with one of the invading knights would be unexpected. To find a knight who would defy his king to help you even more rare. But it happens in Rogue Knight.
 

Do you think about a book of yours, being made into a movie, or not when writing?
 

I have been told some of my books would make great movies (The Red Wolf’s Prize was such a one). It is not surprising to me, as I am very visual, writing to movie scores and seeing the story unfold in my head. I am telling the story of the movie when I write. I don’t plot. I let the history and the characters lead me. It is a movie to me.
 

When naming your characters, do you give any thought to the actual meaning?
 

Oh yes. Both to the meaning and to the historical context. All the knights in my Medieval Warriors series are named for the knights who accompanied William the Conqueror to England in 1066. Sir Geoffroi de Tournai, the hero in Rogue Knight, was one of them. And twenty years after the Conquest, in 1086, in the Domesday Book William I had compiled, Sir Geoffroi and Sir Renaud (the hero in The Red Wolf’s Prize) both still held lands in England. I also look for names that fit the place. Knowing York was Anglo-Scandinavian, many character names in Rogue Knight are Norse in origin. Emma’s huge wolfhound is named Magnus after a King of Norway.
 

What made you want to write and also what made you want to write the genre you are writing?
 

I discovered historical romance late in life, not as a young woman as many do. Historical romance called to me because those that were infused with real history were so fascinating. I could teach a class in history from some and I loved learning that way. After decades of practicing law, I was in a period where I was reading voraciously, discussing my “finds” with my best friend when she told me I should write one, that I thought like a writer. I took her up on it and that led to my first book in 2012, Racing With the Wind, a Regency set in 1816.
 

If you had to choose, which writer would you consider a mentor?
 

There are at least a half dozen but the one name that pops to the surface is Virginia Henley because she combined history and worthy love stories so seamlessly. And when she read and then gave me quotes for my Agent of the Crown series and The Red Wolf’s Prize, I was thrilled and so humbled.
 

Do you have to travel much concerning your books?
 

When I began to write fiction, I’d already traveled to over 40 countries, some more than once. And some places I travel to in my mind because my research is so deep. But last year I made a research trip with another author to the Highlands of Scotland. (You can see the pictures from my trip on a Pinterest board here: https://www.pinterest.com/reganwalker123/regans-trip-to-the-western-highlands-of-scotland-s/. It was my third trip to Scotland but this time I was looking through the eyes of a writer and taking notes. I’m using all I learned for my next book, Rebel Warrior, set in 11th century Scotland.

 

What was the hardest part of writing your book?
 

Generally, it’s the middle of the book… finding the best path for the story. But in my new book I’m writing now, it was oddly the beginning. Thankfully, I’m past that. First I immerse myself in the setting, then the history and then the characters and their story emerge. I use maps and lots of pictures and make Pinterest storyboards for each book. Here’s the one for Rogue Knight: https://www.pinterest.com/reganwalker123/rogue-knight-by-regan-walker/.

When you start writing your book, do your H/H ever talk to you?

Not to me, but I hear their thoughts, their fears, their hopes.

Do you ever experience writer’s block?

Sometimes in the course of writing a story, yes. I actually did a post on what I do when the words won’t come. Here’s the link: http://thewritewaycafe.blogspot.com/2015/06/regan-walker-what-to-do-when-youre.html#.VhQP9qKfZGU

 

Do you have any tips for our readers that might dream of writing?

 I think the most important thing is to get the book done and then get some critical eyes on it (not your best friend’s). Then, when you are satisfied you have done your best, get a good editor (for both story and copyedits). When the two of you agree it’s ready, get a good cover artist. I can’t tell you how many times a cover has either sold me or sent me away. Make sure it says something about your story. I do my covers while I’m writing the book and then I write to the cover. (I hate covers that don’t match the book!) And one last thought: I would stay in one genre until you are established before jaunting off to another.

BLURB – Rogue Knight   

"Mesmerizing medieval romance! A vivid portrayal of love flourishing amidst the turbulence of the years after the Norman Conquest."

-- Kathryn Le Veque, USA Today Bestselling Author

York, England 1069… three years after the Norman Conquest

The North of England seethes with discontent under the heavy hand of William the Conqueror, who unleashes his fury on the rebels who dare to defy him. Amid the ensuing devastation, love blooms in the heart of a gallant Norman knight for a Yorkshire widow.

A LOVE NEITHER CAN DENY, A PASSION NEITHER CAN RESIST

Angry at the cruelty she has witnessed at the Normans’ hands, Emma of York is torn between her loyalty to her noble Danish father, a leader of the rebels, and her growing passion for an honorable French knight.

Loyal to King William, Sir Geoffroi de Tournai has no idea Emma hides a secret that could mean death for him and his fellow knights.

WAR DREW THEM TOGETHER, WAR WOULD TEAR THEM APART

War erupts, tearing asunder the tentative love growing between them, leaving each the enemy of the other. Will Sir Geoffroi, convinced Emma has betrayed him, defy his king to save her?

 

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