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Showing posts with label Mystery. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mystery. Show all posts

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

One Word Interview with Yolanda Renee

Today we have mystery author Yolanda Renee in the writing chair. Thanks for being with us Yolanda!


House is on fire! What do you grab first?
Patches! (Our house did catch on fire last March, and Patches, my Boston terrier is the only thing I grabbed. I never thought about my laptop, or my purse. I panicked.)

Aw. That's a lucky dog. And I sure hope your house was okay!

You've been called upon to solve a murder. What fictional detective do you want by your side?
Walt Longmire. He has that stoic demeanor that almost but not quite masks a hidden passion.

Sounds perfect!

Which of your characters is most like you?
Mavis.She's a meddler, always right, and has all the answers.

Heehee. That's terrific.

What historical figure would you most like to have lunch with?
Obama.

Interesting. I think that's the first time a still-living historical figure was named. I hope someday you get the chance!

You're having your favorite author over for dinner. What are you serving? 
Shepherd's Pie. (To have Margaret Mitchell and Stephen King in the same room at the same table – how awesome would that be?)

That would be awesome indeed. And Shepherd's Pie is one of my favorites!

Thanks for asking me Angie, this was a blast!

Thank you for being here, Yolanda!

Yolanda Renée really wanted to be a drummer, or a racecar driver. Obviously she's neither, but they are on her bucket list, that, and owning her very own fire breathing dragon! Renée claims to have always loved books, and that it was through books that she escaped and experienced all the things she'd only been able to dream about. Through the stories, the characters, and the places created by talented authors, such as Caroline Keene, Margaret Mitchell, and Stephen King. She now reads K J Larsen , Jennifer Hillier, Joanie McDonell, J D Robb, and well, pretty much everyone and anyone who gets their words in front of her! SHE LOVES BOOKS! Renée says she's always been a writer, and that making things up gets her through the day - a crazy imagination is a good thing - right? An adventurous spirit took Yolanda Renée to Alaska where she hiked the Brooks Range, traveled from Prudhoe Bay to Valdez, and learned to sleep under the midnight sun. She claims her vivid imagination as a blessing, a habit, a hobby, a calling and sometimes a curse. Renée now resides in Central Pennsylvania with her husband, two sons, and Boston terrier, Patches.
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Memories of Murder
Decades ago, the seeds were planted …
Today, dark, fathomless eyes rake the image before him. One final task and the transformation is complete. Steady fingers screw intricately carved horns on each side of a stiff brow, and a gargoyle suitable for Notre Dame scowls from the smokey mirror in satisfaction. A jagged smile rips through his smooth, hairless face, and inked, reptilian scales caress his naked body. A laugh of hideous resonance emanates from his gut as the demons of hell welcome Lucifer into their fold. In a dungeon-like chamber, his Lilith awaits. The kidnapped daughter of a nun, groomed to fit the final piece in the complex puzzle for world domination. Will Lucifer marry his bride, on the summer solstice? Only two things stand in his way ...His greed ...
And ...
Detective Steven Quaid.
***** ***** *****
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013

One Word Interview with Rachelle Christensen

Today's One Word Interviewee is Rachelle J. Christensen, author of suspense novels, non-fiction, romance, and a new series about a wedding planner who solves mysteries. Doesn't that sound like fun? Welcome to the writing chair, Rachelle.

Stranded on a desert island. What's your must-have item? 
A backpack that's loaded with books, food, and water. :)

Very practical. Especially the books!
 

You have to solve a murder. Which fictional detective do you want by your side? 
Agatha Christie

She would be a good choice for a number of reasons.

What historical figure would you. Most like to have lunch with? 
Jesus Christ

Wouldn't that be something? I'm not sure I'd be able to eat!

You're performing on Broadway. What show are you in? 
My Fair Lady 

(I did play the part of Eliza when I was in high school and my kids love it when I talk "British"!)

That's one of my favorites! I'd love to hear you talk British too. :)

Which one of your main characters is the most like you? 
Hmm, I think Adrielle Pyper is most like me.

Ah. The main character from your new wedding planner mystery series. She must be delightful! (By the way, you can see Adri's creations at www.mashedpotatoesandcrafts.com)

Thanks so much for being here today, Rachelle!


Rachelle J. Christensen is a mom of four cute kids. She has an amazing husband, three cats, and five chickens. Her first novel, Wrong Number was awarded Outstanding Book of the Year from the League of Utah Writers and was also a 2010 Whitney Finalist. Her second suspense novel, Caller ID was released March 2012. She is also the author of a nonfiction book, Lost Children: Coping with Miscarriage for Latter Day Saints. Rachelle has a novella coming out in the fall with a Timeless Romance Anthology by Mirror Press.
Rachelle enjoys singing and songwriting, playing the piano, running, motivational speaking, and of course reading. Visit www.rachellewrites.blogspot.com to learn more about upcoming books.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

One Word Interview with Tristi Pinkston

Today I am pleased to welcome my friend, author Tristi Pinkston to the writing chair! Tristi writes delightful cozy mysteries and a host of other genres. Welcome Tristi!

You have to solve a murder! What fictional detective do you want to help?

Miss Marple

Oh, excellent choice! You'd figure it out in no time.

What one historical figure would you like to have lunch with?
 

Anastasia 

That would be interesting. Solve that mystery once and for all!

Your favorite author is coming over for dinner. What are you serving? 

Catered

Smart. Very smart. More time for chatting and/or going all fan-girl, right?
 

Which one of your MCs do you have the most in common with? 

Addie

From Turning Pages. If she's half as awesome as you, then she must be a wonderful character.

House is on fire! What do you grab first?

 Children

Ah, yes. They are the most important!

Thanks so much for being with us, Tristi! You can learn more about Tristi and her awesome books on her website and her blog.