Books-n-Kisses is pleased to welcome the wonderful Stacey Kennedy to the blog today. We are chatting about life, her zoo and her new books… So please make yourself at home and welcome Stacey.
Can you please share with us a little about yourself?
I live in Ontario, Canada with my husband who gave me my happily ever after. We have two small children who keep me on my toes and can always make me smile. But we also have basically a zoo at our house with one dog, three cats and two guinea pigs. I love the outdoors, curling up with the latest flick and simply enjoying life.
Have you always wanted to be an author?
I never thought I’d be author—had big dreams for years—but looking back at my life I can see little hints that I should’ve realized it a lot soon than I did.
My journey as a writer all began as a way to keep my brain alive since being a stay at home mom can be a little let’s say―numbing. It was an escape from screaming kids, dirty diapers and plain old mom duty. It started as a hobby, but as the stories progressed it became a passion, especially when it comes down to the juicy bits. Every mom needs a good thrill! Now with my kiddos in school, I have more time to indulge and get lost in another world for a little while.
Can you share with us your typical writing day. Is there anything you have to have while writing?
I always need coffee! I cannot write a single word without it. My day is pretty simple. I send the kids off to school, then I sit down and get as much done in the hours that I’m alone because once they’re home it becomes all about them!
Most challenging or rewarding part of writing?
Most challenging is edits. I loathe them! I really wish I could write a perfect story the first time around, but that…for me…is impossible. But on the flipside, the most rewarding part is seeing the story pretty and polished.
I really do have a love/hate relationship with edits.
Can you please tell us about your latest book(s)?
My latest release is DEMONICALLY TEMPTED, the second book in the Frostbite series. Its Tess’ continuing adventure from the first book in the series, SUPERNATURALLY KISSED. It was a blast to write…and I’m gearing up to start the third book in the series, MYSTICALLY BOUND, which will release Fall 2012.
Tess Jennings, now a member of the Memphis Police Department, is on her first cold case. The suspected suicide of Lizbeth Knapp ten years ago isn’t a theory her family accepts—they believe she was murdered.
But the case is only one of Tess’s worries. Ghosts are talking, and word of her abilities rapidly spreads. A dark ghost is terrifying the spirits of Memphis, and she must force the entity to cross over.
Tess doesn’t have to do this alone. Not only does she have her ghost-lover, Kipp McGowen, but the department has brought in a medium. Dane Wolfe might answer all her questions, but he also brings a world of trouble. Will Tess finally have all she’s ever wanted, or will everything she’s vowed to protect be ripped away?
How did you come with the idea for this story?
To be honest, I can’t remember where the idea for this series came from. I know that I was working on another project at the time and this story hit me like a ton of bricks. And ever since, it’s been a whirlwind as I’ve written each story. It’s very addictive. Tess is a fun character to write and she just flows right out of me!
Can you share with us your current work in progress?
My current work in progress is a paranormal romance called BITE ME, I’M YOURS. It was intended to be a serious action-packed story, but instead turned out to be really funny. The heroine, Kiya is probably the funniest character I’ve ever written. Needless to say, I’m enjoying every step of the way on this new book.
Who are some of your favorite authors?
Top favorites—Keri McArthur, Katie MacAlister, and Jeaniene Frost. But I have many authors that are always on my auto-buy list.
Do you feel that any of your favorite authors have inspired your writing style?
I’m sure they have to some degree. If it wasn’t for reading their stories and falling in love with the genre, then I doubt I’d be where I am today.
What is in your To Read Pile that you are dying to start or upcoming release you can’t wait for?
I’m dying to read the next Dark Angels book by Keri Arthur, and the next dragon book by Katie MacAlister. But most of all I’m eager to read Jeaniene Frost’s, Once Burned. Vlad is one of my all-time favorite hero’s, so I cannot wait to read his story!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Just a big thank you as always to everyone who has been so supportive along the way! *big kiss*
Want to learn more about Stacey or her books? Check her out here:
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Stacey Kennedy’s novels are lighthearted fantasy with heart-squeezing, thigh-clenching romance, and they even give you a good chuckle every now and again. But within the stories you’ll also find fast-paced action, life-threatening moments and a big bad villain who needs to be destroyed. Her urban fantasy/paranormal and erotic romance series have hit Amazon Kindle and All Romance eBooks bestseller lists. Stacey welcomes comments from readers. You can find her at www.staceykennedy.com.
GIVEAWAY
Stacey is doing a readers choice of ebook as a giveaway.