What
kind of music do you like?
I enjoy almost all types of music. As
far as writing goes, when I’m doing edits or working on promotion, I listen to
classical. To get ideas or work through a difficult scene, I listen to country,
jazz, pop, or hard rock – whatever the scene calls for to get the creative
juices flowing.
Describe
your dream home.
I absolutely LOVE old homes. The large
rooms, beautiful staircases and ornate woodwork have such character, such
craftsmanship. My dream home is actually located in Hannibal, Missouri. It’s
called Rockcliffe Mansion. It’s on the National Registry of Historic Places.
Here’s a picture:
Favorite
literary hero or heroine.
I know I should probably say Jane Eyre
or something, but honestly, Sookie Stackhouse from Charlaine Harris’ “Dead”
series is my all time favorite heroine. She’s smart, sassy, compassionate,
kind, and deals with all sorts of characters with calm benevolence.
What
are you reading now?
I’m actually proofreading Book Two of
my Tempered Steel series, entitled Leather and Lace, before I send it out for
formatting. It’s about brother Sam, and his soul mate, Angel. After that, my
favorite authors all have books coming out soon so I think it may be eenie,
meenie, minee, mo to pick a new one.
What
did you do on your last birthday?
I
haven’t had my “last” birthday yet, (I hope)! Actually, we celebrate pretty
quietly around here. I enjoy going out to dinner with my hubby, kids and their
partners.
What
comes first, plot or characters?
That depends entirely on where I’m
at, what I’m doing or listening to when the inspiration strikes. For the most
part, I’d say plot because I’m usually listening to music as I clean or cook
and a phrase or a feeling of the music sparks an idea. Most of the time, I
can’t even remember what song it was; it’s like the concept just takes control
of my head and the story begins to take shape. Other times, I could be waiting
at a red light and glance over to see a stranger on the street and the story
hits me. When that happens, it usually takes the honking of angry car horns to
bring me back to reality!
Do
you ever suffer from writer’s block?
Perhaps in the broad sense. I will
write a scene down, then read it and realize it’s not EXACTLY what I want to
say. Then I go through the frustrating process of trying to find just the right
words, with just the right actions or tone of voice to capture the scene. It
makes me crazy, but it’s the only way I can do it.
Do
you ever want to be someone else? Who?
No,
not really. Skinnier? Yes. Taller? Oh Yes! (I’m 5’1”) Richer? Who doesn’t? But
I have been blessed with such an abundance of gifts in my family, my friends,
and my career, I can’t think of anyone I would trade places with.
Tell
us about your latest book.
Each
book in the series deals with a different brother, and each brother’s
characteristics are different. Well, where Whistlin’ Dixie is light and
humorous; Leather and Lace is a bit darker, more erotic. Sam and Angel have a
past they need to overcome before they can find love. But like all the Coalson
men, Sam is a stubborn pain in the butt. Angel isn’t about to give up, though.
She can be as stubborn as Sam when she wants something. And she wants Sam,
badly. It’s being released Today!
What’s
next for you?
My Tempered Steel series consists of
seven full length novels, two novellas, and a cookbook of all the wonderful
food mentioned in the series. I’m going to be pretty busy with all of that. In
addition, I have an erotic romance series in the works as well as a paranormal
trilogy involving vampires, sorcerers, werewolves, fairies and time travel.
Looks like I’m going to be busy for awhile. Now if I could only finish all this
before the voices in my head start inventing more stories!
Whistlin' Dixie
by Maggie Adams
~~~~~~~~~~~~~
BLURB:
Mackenzie
Coalson was determined to rebuild his hometown after a devastating flood left
it in ruins. He has no time for a relationship and all the romantic junk that
goes with it. He has a vandal to catch and no sweet smelling bundle of
femininity is going to sway him.
A
woman protecting her family.....
Dixie
Harris charged into the county sheriff's office with a sassy sway and a smart
mouth, eager to give the sheriff, and anyone else, a piece of her mind. When
she locks horns with the devil himself, in the form of Mac Coalson, she quickly
learns he has a temper to rival hers, even if he's the living epitome of her
sexual fantasies.
When
the two unite to catch a potential murderer, it's in everyone's best interest
to keep it, "business only". But that's hard to do when their
combined attraction is volatile enough to burn down the town.
Excerpt:
Knocking again a little more
forcefully, he pleaded. “Dixie baby, please open up. You didn’t see what you
thought you saw. Please. Just let me explain.”
“I may be young, but I’m not
stupid. And I am most certainly not blind,” she snapped at him from the other
side of the door. The man was unbelievable.
“You are the most infuriating bit
of baggage I have ever encountered. If I didn’t care for you so much, I’d leave
right now and never look back.”
“You call that caring?! I call it
a line of crap! The only thing you cared about begins with an “F” and ends with
me losing my virginity!” Oh, God! Had she really just shouted that?
Pounding on the door with his
fist, he shouted, “Dixie Harris, you open the door this minute, or I’ll break
it down!”
“Then I’ll just have you arrested
for breaking and entering. Sort of ironic, don’t you think?” she countered
sweetly. She felt like crying the Mississippi River because he broke her heart,
but she was not going to let that arrogant pain-in-the-ass know just how much
she was hurting. She had her pride!
“Fine. Just fine. I should’ve
known better than to get involved with a little girl, anyhow. Maybe, in a few
years, when you grow up and if you have apologized nicely, I might just take
you back! And bring a damn soapbox to stand on. My neck’s getting sore from
looking down at you!” he snarled. After giving the closed-door another good
pounding, he stomped out of the house, slamming the front door.
“Oooooh!” Dixie’s eyes narrowed to mere slits and her hands
balled into fists as Mac’s last remark registered with the banging of the
screen door. It was like pouring gasoline on a bonfire. She was out of her
bedroom and on the front porch in seconds. Heedless of the people walking down
the street, she advanced like a mad woman across the yard, screaming.
“Apologize to you? When pigs fly, you Mississippi River rat.
AUTHOR Bio and
Links:
Hi! I'm Maggie Adams. I live near St. Louis, MO, with my high school
sweetheart, Ned, and my wonderful kids, Katie (Kyle) and Ross (Valerie). My life
is like a walking, talking sitcom from I Love Lucy, but I love it, although
people do tend to keep their distance from me!
Writing has always been my
dream, with reading my favorite hobby. When I’m not writing, I can be found
singing, dancing, and cooking, often all at the same time. I try to include a
little bit of my life in everything I write, so when you read my books, keep
your eyes wide open - I'm in there somewhere! Happy reading!
I love to hear from readers and I can be contacted at maggieadamsbooks@gmail.com.
Website: www.maggieadamsbooks.com
Amazon Author page: http://www.amazon.com/author/maggieadams
.
Maggie will award a $20 GC to
Amazon or Barnes and Noble to one randomly drawn winner via Rafflecopter.
Follow the tour and comment; the more you comment, the better your chances of winning. The tour dates can be found here:
Thank you for hosting today
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the interview. I also love old homes, they have so much character. I live in a small town and there are lovely Victorian homes here.
ReplyDelete