1) Describe your writing space.
I’ve been moving
around lately. When I first started writing, I wrote everything at the kitchen
table. It’s a beautiful location in an alcove of windows looking out onto our
untamed backyard. Then I moved to the loft I have over the bedroom...also a
lovely view. But guess what? When I’m writing, I’m not looking up to see the
scenery. Now I move from chair to chair, table to table, desk to desk just to
change positions. (By the way, I’m back at that first spot, the kitchen table,
right now.)
2) How many books have you written? Which is your favorite?
I’ve written more
than I’ve published or will publish and have five in various stages of
development. But to answer your question nine. My published full length novels
number two: “Across A Crowded Room” (written as Elizabeth Marchat) a romantic
suspense, and as Eliza March I have a full length erotic paranormal romance
called “The Moon, The Madness, and The Magic” - both with Siren Publishing.
I also have a
number of novellas published: two contemporary with The Wild Rose Press: Hot
Highland Fling and More Than A Stud. My complete book list including paperback
and EBooks is available at My Author Page at Amazon
My favorite is
always the one I’m working on now.
3) What comes first, plot or characters?
I’m a pantser -
but I’m trying to kick that bad habit. LOL
Honestly, a
germ of an idea strikes first, and then I figure out whom to torture next. So I
guess my characters come second. I struggle with world building in my
paranormals. I love writing them best, but they are the most difficult to
organize. Truly, full length books require layers. A well-known author once
shared that with me early on, and I didn’t understand him. I do now, so I don’t
worry over not having all the details in the first draft. I mull over them and
add them in later. I actually love that part of writing.
4) Do you ever suffer from writer’s block?
No, not writers’
block. If anything, I have trouble sticking to a single book. The ideas are
overwhelming, and sometimes I have to make a note and promise to come back to
it later.
5) Tell us about one of your books.
Several years ago,
my husband and I took a trip to Santorini and the island has left a lasting
impression on us. When I thought about places I wanted to write about, the
enchanting island was it. So the book I want to share with your readers is SULTRY SANTORINI SUNSETS
It’s a Ménage Amour: Erotic Ménage a Quarter Fantasy Romance, M/F/M/M with M/M
interaction and sex toys. Okay that’s all the warning you get. Here’s the
blurb:
Three thousand years ago, six warriors of Atlantis pledged themselves to Sienna, the Goddess of Sensuality, exchanging emotions for heightened senses and immortality in order to protect what remained of their lost world. Three went in search of their lost emotions and became unredeemable. The others maintained their honor with help from their leader, and they all became the Gods of Atlantis.
As an international banker and head of her family’s company, Miranda fulfilled her responsibilities while denying herself pleasure for years, until now. She's finally escaped. On Santorini, she takes three men as lovers who help her make-up for lost time. When emotions start infiltrating the men's souls in her presence, they discover she's the one woman capable of returning their emotions. Now they must convince her to share their love and lives for all eternity. Will she believe their fantastic tale and trust in their love enough to make the final commitment? Will she accept immortality, their bond, and their love?
Three thousand years ago, six warriors of Atlantis pledged themselves to Sienna, the Goddess of Sensuality, exchanging emotions for heightened senses and immortality in order to protect what remained of their lost world. Three went in search of their lost emotions and became unredeemable. The others maintained their honor with help from their leader, and they all became the Gods of Atlantis.
As an international banker and head of her family’s company, Miranda fulfilled her responsibilities while denying herself pleasure for years, until now. She's finally escaped. On Santorini, she takes three men as lovers who help her make-up for lost time. When emotions start infiltrating the men's souls in her presence, they discover she's the one woman capable of returning their emotions. Now they must convince her to share their love and lives for all eternity. Will she believe their fantastic tale and trust in their love enough to make the final commitment? Will she accept immortality, their bond, and their love?
6) What’s next for you?
I finished the
first book called “Embrace The Heat” - part of a paranormal series that I’m writing
about wolves and vampires (and maybe a few other fictional beings, as well).
The second book in this series is called “Defeat The Darkness” and it is almost
completed, too. But then, I had a revelation. I decided to write the prequel to
the series. Believe or not, I’m almost finished with that. It’s called “Conquer
The Highland Beast.”
There are still
name changes to make and oodles of editing to go, but the essence of each story
is complete. They are not typical of standard romances or even erotic romances.
They are dark and heavy in places, light and uplifting in others. I like
stories with ensembles casts of characters and this series will accomplish just
that. When I have finished the first two books, I may self-publish them,
staggering the release dates a month apart, and follow with the third within
three to six months.
You can read
excerpts of all my books on MY BLOG
and I will keep adding excerpts and updates to my WIP at my Author Page on Face Book.
If you stop by Face Book, please like my page so I know were there.
Thank you,
Rachel for inviting me to spend today with you. It has been a true pleasure.
Here is a list
of places where you can find me:
FACEBOOK Author, Eliza March
Website Eliza March
Website Elizabeth Marchat
TWITTER Eliza March
I really enjoyed having you at my blog yesterday, and always enjoy visiting yours. Thank you again for inviting me. ~~Eliza
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