Writer Wednesday: Meet J. L. Lora!

Author J.L. LoraWelcome to #WriterWednesday! We’re so glad you’re here.

What better way to celebrate International Women’s Day than by bringing you a fellow female romance author? Today I’m thrilled to have J.L. Lora here, talking all about her writing life and her latest release, Boss.

I hope you grab a good snack or something to sip on and that you relax and enjoy this quick intro to J.L. Lora!


What inspires you to write?

Writing is the way I cope with everything in my head. I hear something in my head, a line, a conversation and that turns into a scene, a chapter and then a story and if I don’t write that, it will continue until I do.

 

Which type of romance do you love most, and why?

Romantic suspense. I love the idea of love developing in these high pressured situations and the danger stalks every corner and the hero/heroine should be worried about saving their lives but they have to also deal with this explosive attraction neither can fight.

 

Name one interesting thing you learned in researching/writing your last book:

I learned a little bit about some guns, police procedures, and some medical stuff I wouldn’t wish on anyone.

 

Name two things people don’t know about you:

  • When I’m writing and I get stuck, I take two minute showers and that usually does the trick so sometimes I shower like five times a day.
  • I stopped watching baseball because I get too involved in the game and there’s a lot of screaming and hurling food at the TV.

What fellow romance author do you recommend reading, and why?

We all know the big names like Nora Roberts, Sandra Brown, Susan Elizabeth Phillips. I want to recommend my critique partner Cate Tayler’s book Love Me Now which is coming out in May and it’s a beautiful love story about a sassy young woman, a rebellious billionaire, and a pretend engagement.

What one piece of advice do you wish you’d had when first starting out?

I wish years ago, when I was in college, someone had told me that writing had nothing to do with life experience. That I should go ahead and start writing books but at the same time, I’m one of those firm believers in everything happens at the appropriate time. I’m more prepared mentally now to make the sacrifices I need to for a writing career.

 

What’s your favorite romance novel of all time, and why?

This is a tough one. I have so many different ones and I am one of those people who misses characters so one day I wake up with the need to revisit those characters and have to pick up the book all over again. Yeah, you asked me a question. I can’t pick one, but here are some. Um, let’s see. Jude Deveraux’s Sweet Liar (Swoon!), Nora Robert’s Carolina Moon and Sweet Revenge, Julie Garwood’s Mercy, Amanda Quick’s Mistress, and Sandra Brown’s Mirror Images and Tidings of Great Joy.

 


A Bit About Boss:

Boss is the first in the Trinity Series. It debuted March 6, 2017. It’s a story about love, tragedy, empowerment, friendship and embracing oneself. It all begins with Alec and Carissa…

Determined to avoid the violence that claimed her family and friends, Carissa Elliott flees her hometown with a dangerous plan. She has proof that mafia boss Calum DeMateo killed her father—now she just has to catch him. To do so, she’ll have to transform herself from small-town ingénue to New York mafia queen.

When her path crosses with Alec McLean, the sexy stranger with whom she once shared a steamy nightclub kiss, things take an unexpected turn. Alec heads his family’s criminal organization, the kind of man Carissa should want nothing to do with. But he also has a plan to take down Calum, and the flames that flicker between them are irresistible.

Will their vengeful quests jeopardize their chance at lasting love?

Get Boss here:


TypewriterA Bit About J.L.:
J.L. Lora was born in Dominican Republic and came to the United States just at the age of 13. Her goal in life was always to be a writer. As a child, she told stories to her family and friends and wrote fiction about historic figures. Today, her stories explore the dark side of good characters, people who are backed into corners and how they react to it. She loves strong heroines and their equally powerful love interests. She currently lives in Maryland while pursuing her dream of writing compelling, sexy, can’t-put-down stories about empowered, badass heroines and take-yourbreath-away heroes.
Want to connect further with J.L.? Find her here:

Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram


Thanks so much for being here, J.L. Lora! It was a delight to share this time with you!

Writer Wednesday: Meet Susan Scott Shelley

susanscottshelleyWellllll-come to Writer Wednesday! I really love this day of the week, don’t you? Almost to the weekend (do weekends matter anymore when one is a writer?), and you get to learn about a wonderful author, to boot. What’s not to love?

This week, Susan Scott Shelley joins us. Ms. Shelley is an award-winning author of contemporary romance who, in her own words, “spends her days writing about tough heroes, smart heroines, and love being the strongest magic there is. Her favorite things include running, sports, hard rock and old Hollywood movies. She lives in Philadelphia with her very own Superhero, and believes life should be lived with laughter, enthusiasm, and a sense of wonder.”

Don’t you just want to hang out with her for a day? I do, but I’ll have to settle for this quickie of an interview. And here we go!


What inspires you to write?

The stories that keep popping into my head demand it! I like writing about how falling in love changes people. I love exploring it, and seeing what odds they’ll need to overcome in order to let love win.

Name one interesting thing you learned in researching/writing your last book. 

In researching for my Boys of Summer series, I’ve learned *so* much about the rules of the game, the intricate details, and the psychology of baseball. I’m a huge sports fan. Hockey was my first love, followed by football, and then baseball. Combining something I truly love into the stories I’m writing is so much fun.

Name two things people don’t know about you.

I’m a professional voiceover artist. And, I have an affinity for all things Scottish. I also read the newspaper comics every morning (because you should start off your day with a laugh!) and I have a mild (okay, maybe more than mild…) addiction to coffee and eye makeup.


Rekindled-Cover

Check Out Rekindled – Book 1 in the Boys of Summer series

Actress Gemma Norwood and professional baseball player Adam Hudson are thrown together four years after a gut-wrenching break-up. Far away from the glitter of Hollywood and the trappings that accompany a high-profile, major league star, they meet in the small town in the Catskills where they first fell in love.

Adam, sidelined by an injury that’s left him questioning whether he can continue to play, longs to return to the sport he loves and Gemma, weary of small roles in low-budget films, isn’t sure if her heart still lies in making movies. After one kiss, rekindling their relationship is all that matters.

But as the start of baseball season draws near, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Gemma threatens to tear them apart again. The warm glow of a happily-ever-after seems as impossible as starting a fire in a snowstorm.

Find it on Amazon or Barnes & Noble!


Want to connect with Susan? Find her here!

Website: http://www.susanscottshelley.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanscottshelleyauthor
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Susan_S_Shelley
Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/sscottshelley/
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/author/susanscottshelley


Thanks for stopping by, Susan! It was a pleasure having you.
Wishing you all the best with your new series – it sounds fabulous!