Tell us about your book(s)!
I write what I consider to be a hybrid of regency historical romance and romantic suspense. There will almost always be some kind of mystery (though in my novella's the mystery is a bit less serious) and I really love to have my hero and heroine work together to solve it. My latest book is set in Bath and features a ladies' companion, Georgina, and her employer's nephew (an earl), Con, who must work to figure out who is threatening her.
Which actor/actress would you like to see playing the lead character from your most recent book?
I think for Con I'd like to see a someone like Matthew Goode. And for Georgie, I picture someone with the look of Rosamund Pike.
Any tips on how to get through the dreaded writer’s block?
Just write. Many times I find myself putting off getting started, or having false starts then stopping. What I find helps most is a program called Write or Die, which basically forces you to keep writing or something bad will happen (like a loud noise, or the screen turns red.) It also has a kamikaze mode that begins erasing your previous work if you stop typing but I don't go for that. I'm not that hard a case!
What are your thoughts on good/bad reviews?
Reviews are someone's opinion of my work. And I know not everyone is going to adore my writing. And that's fine. I would never comment on someone's bad review or try to make them change their mind. It's not my place. Readers have a right to their negative opinions. And honestly, I just don't care that much. Not to say that I've never groused about a negative review. It's only human. But I firmly believe that the author should stay out of it. As for good reviews, I cherish them.
I write what I consider to be a hybrid of regency historical romance and romantic suspense. There will almost always be some kind of mystery (though in my novella's the mystery is a bit less serious) and I really love to have my hero and heroine work together to solve it. My latest book is set in Bath and features a ladies' companion, Georgina, and her employer's nephew (an earl), Con, who must work to figure out who is threatening her.
Which actor/actress would you like to see playing the lead character from your most recent book?
I think for Con I'd like to see a someone like Matthew Goode. And for Georgie, I picture someone with the look of Rosamund Pike.
Any tips on how to get through the dreaded writer’s block?
Just write. Many times I find myself putting off getting started, or having false starts then stopping. What I find helps most is a program called Write or Die, which basically forces you to keep writing or something bad will happen (like a loud noise, or the screen turns red.) It also has a kamikaze mode that begins erasing your previous work if you stop typing but I don't go for that. I'm not that hard a case!
What are your thoughts on good/bad reviews?
Reviews are someone's opinion of my work. And I know not everyone is going to adore my writing. And that's fine. I would never comment on someone's bad review or try to make them change their mind. It's not my place. Readers have a right to their negative opinions. And honestly, I just don't care that much. Not to say that I've never groused about a negative review. It's only human. But I firmly believe that the author should stay out of it. As for good reviews, I cherish them.
How do you relax?
I sink into a good book, or an interesting television show. Right now I'm watching the past seasons of Game of Thrones. Anything with a plot amuses me!
What is your favorite motivational phrase?
M: Gosh, I don't think I have one. Though I do like the moral of the fable of the Tortoise and the Hare: Slow and Steady Wins the Race.
What is your favorite book?
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Who is your favorite author?
Austen
What is your favorite movie?
Topsy-Turvey
Which famous person, living or dead would you like to meet and why?
Jane Austen. She died so young, I'd like to know what other stories she didn't get a chance to write.
What is the most interesting trip you have ever taken?
That is easily my first trip to London when I was in college. It was so educational and shocking for my nineteen year old self. I learned so much and I fell in love with live theatre.
Lighting Round:
White wine or red? White
Coffee or tea? Coffee
Cook dinner or order take-out/delivery? Take out/delivery
Vanilla or chocolate ice-cream? Chocolate
Pancakes or eggs? Pancakes
Sleep in or get up early? Sleep in
Laptop or desktop for writing? Laptop
Manda has created a contest for her readers. To be put in a drawing to win a copy of her newest novel, Why Earls Fall in Love all you have to do is answer the question; What book or author you were reluctant to try that you ended up loving?
I sink into a good book, or an interesting television show. Right now I'm watching the past seasons of Game of Thrones. Anything with a plot amuses me!
What is your favorite motivational phrase?
M: Gosh, I don't think I have one. Though I do like the moral of the fable of the Tortoise and the Hare: Slow and Steady Wins the Race.
What is your favorite book?
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Who is your favorite author?
Austen
What is your favorite movie?
Topsy-Turvey
Which famous person, living or dead would you like to meet and why?
Jane Austen. She died so young, I'd like to know what other stories she didn't get a chance to write.
What is the most interesting trip you have ever taken?
That is easily my first trip to London when I was in college. It was so educational and shocking for my nineteen year old self. I learned so much and I fell in love with live theatre.
Lighting Round:
White wine or red? White
Coffee or tea? Coffee
Cook dinner or order take-out/delivery? Take out/delivery
Vanilla or chocolate ice-cream? Chocolate
Pancakes or eggs? Pancakes
Sleep in or get up early? Sleep in
Laptop or desktop for writing? Laptop
Manda has created a contest for her readers. To be put in a drawing to win a copy of her newest novel, Why Earls Fall in Love all you have to do is answer the question; What book or author you were reluctant to try that you ended up loving?
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