Interview with Christian fiction author Vanessa Miller

Today's guest is Christian fiction author Vanessa Miller. She's here to share a bit about herself and her newest novella, Escape to Love. You can find out more about Vanessa and visit other tour stops through this Write Now Literary link. 

Bio:

Vanessa Miller of Dayton, Ohio, is a best-selling author, playwright, and motivational speaker. Her stage productions include: Get You Some Business, Don’t Turn Your Back on God, and Can’t You Hear Them Crying. Vanessa is currently in the process of turning the novels in the Rain Series into stage productions.

Vanessa has been writing since she was a young child. When she wasn’t writing poetry, short stories, stage plays and novels, reading great books consumed her free time. However, it wasn’t until she committed her life to the Lord in 1994 that she realized all gifts and anointing come from God. She then set out to write redemption stories that glorify God.

To date, Vanessa has completed the Rain and Storm Series. She is currently working on the Forsaken series, Second Chance at Love series and a single title, Long Time Coming.

Vanessa believes that each book will touch readers across the country in a special way. It is, after all, her God-given destiny to write and produce plays and novels that bring deliverance to God’s people. These books have received rave reviews, winning Best Christian Fiction Awards and topping numerous Bestseller’s lists.

Welcome, Vanessa. What inspired you to write this book?

Escape to Love is the fifth novella in the Praise Him Anyhow series. I started writing this series after I went through a terrible time in my life where I lost my ability to praise God. These books were written to show us all... that no matter what we go through... how many things that try to come against us, if we keep our praise, God will bring us out.

What exciting story are you working on next?

I just finished How Sweet the Sound, my gospel historical which will release to stores in March of 2014. I am currently writing an inspirational romance for Whitaker House. The title is Feels Like Heaven (not sure if that title will hold). It will release to bookstores in June 2014. I also have four more stories that will be releasing in the Praise Him Anyhow series. So, I am definitely staying busy.

When did you first consider yourself a writer?

In 2003 when my held my first book, Former Rain in my hand. I remember sitting on my stairs, gazing at the book with tears in my eyes. Because on that day I knew I had finally entered into my purpose for being on earth. I may not have those same amazed feeling as each book releases these days, but I have never lost my gratefulness to God, for allowing me to walk in my purpose.

Do you write full-time? If so, what's your work day like? If not, what do you do other than write and how do you find time to write?

I’ve been writing full-time since 2005 and I am thankful that God has been faithful in sending readers for the books that I write.

My writing schedule depends on if I’m on deadline or not. If I’m not on deadline I write from about 9 - 4. If I’m on deadline, I write all day and all night. I can become really consumed with writing because once I develop a character and get him or her into all kinds of trouble, I’m normally anxious to see how God is going to get my character out of the trouble I created for them. I read my Bible, looking for scripture to use in the book... the scriptures must match my theme, or I don’t use them. I am a Christian fiction author, but I try not to preach too much... I try to let me characters lead the way as they are being lead to a deeper relationship with God.

What would you say is your interesting writing quirk?

I don’t have any quirks with my writing that I can think of. Now in my personal life, my family thinks I have a bit of OCD because I can’t stand for things to be out of place. But I’m really not as bad as they say... really, I’m not. :-)

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Even as a child I always knew I wanted to write. I had no clue that I would become a Christian fiction writer, but I wouldn’t trade what I do for anything else in the world.

Anything additional you want to share with the readers?

I would just to thank all of my readers and to ask anyone who hasn’t read any of the books in this series yet, to give the Praise Him Anyhow series a chance. I also appreciate feedback, so feel free to email me at: vmiller-01@earthlink.net or write a review on www.amazon.com for one of the books.

Buy Links:

Amazon ebook | Amazon paperback | Website 

Social Links:

Email: vmiller-01@earthlink.net

Twitter | Facebook | Facebook Reader Group | Goodreads 

Thanks, Vanessa!

Interview with romance author Rhonda Lee Carver

Today's guest is romance author Rhonda Lee Carver.

Bio:
Suffering from years of hopeless romantic notions and sexy, sassy heroines and bad-ass heroes taking up residence in her mind, Rhonda decided to write and bring the stories to life. With baby on one hip and a laptop on the other--and two years later--Rhonda has published five eBooks with a handful of spicy love stories waiting for the final touches.

When Rhonda isn’t crafting edge-of-your-seat, sizzling-ink novels, you will find her with her children, watching soccer, watching a breathtaking movie, doing (or trying) yoga, and finding new ways to keep her smile bright.

Rhonda thrives on making her readers happy. She believes everyone deserves romance--one page at a time…

Rhonda, welcome! Please tell us about your current release, Delaney's Sunrise.
Dee is engaged to Jacob, but in love with his brother, Abe. When Jacob is killed in a car accident, guilt drives Dee from the family farm. Years later, Dee comes back. Passion reignites between Abe and Dee. Jacob’s death haunts them with more than his memory. Secrets exist and someone wants Dee gone from town before she figures out the truth. Will guilt keep Abe and Dee from one another? Dee must reveal all of the secrets before it’s too late…or the next death on the farm may be her own.

What inspired you to write this book?
I wanted to write a story based here in Ohio. Farming is a crucial part of this land. I wanted to bring that alive through the eyes of a spectacular hero and heroine. Dee is a city girl. A reader will follow her as she adapts to country life but also finds the love for Abe that she’d believed was long gone. Abe is as tough as nails, but Dee peels away the layers to reveal a soft heart.

What exciting story are you working on next?
I am working on an erotica. A story of a woman who has a one night stand and the man she believes she slept with isn’t him at all. It’s all a matter of mistaken identity…

Writing life:
I somehow manage to write steamy love scenes in between taking care of kids and cleaning up cat puke and doing laundry. Yes, I do live an exotic life. :)

When did you first consider yourself a writer?
The second I received the contract. I went from domestic goddess to full-time writer. Actually, I’m still the domestic goddess, but writer has such a nicer ring to it.

Do you write full-time? If so, what's your work day like? If not, what do you do other than write and how do you find time to write?
Yes, I write full-time…and when I say full-time, I mean full-time. I dedicate nine hours a day, every day except one, to writing. I also freelance edit which occupies a lot of my time.

Fun:
Fun always involves my kids. I spend a lot of time with my babies. Now, if I’m lucky, I get taken to a romantic dinner now and again or maybe get to watch an adult movie. Let me stress that…if I’m lucky.

What would you say is your interesting writing quirk?
Bad-ass heroes and sassy heroines. I’ve also noticed that many of my heroine’s get pregnant. Hmm…Not good for promoting safe sex, eh??

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
At thirteen I knew what I wanted to be. A writer. If that didn’t work out, I wanted to be a drag racer. You see where I landed? LOL.

Anything additional you want to share with the readers?
I always want to please my readers. There is nothing better than hearing from someone who has just finished your book and they are excited to tell you how much they enjoyed it. I love to hear from everyone. This is what keeps me motivated to continue writing. Never be too shy to drop me a line.

Feel free to check out my author blog and friend me on Facebook.

Rhonda, thanks for being here today. It sure sounds like you have a lot of fun creating new stories. :)