“Imperfect” Heroes
Why do I use the phrase “imperfect hero” sometimes to describe the men in the stories that I write? Â Do I think that men who have disabilities are not perfect? Not at all! Â I think their bodies are absolutely perfect. I use the phrase because it is a common euphemism for disabled male characters in books. Â I need to tag and have that phrase connected with my website so that people who are searching for the kinds of stories I write can find them. It is not only devotees who enjoy these books. Â Some like to read what is known as “wounded hero romance” because they are tired of Fabio heroes who don’t feel true to real life. Others have a deep seated sense of compassion and like hurt/comfort stories where a woman nurses a man back to...
Read MoreInterview: Jennifer Wilck
Today’s interview is with Jennifer Wilck, the author of A Heart Of Little Faith, which is a romance novel with a paraplegic hero. Here is the description from Amazon: “Lily Livingston is a widow raising her six-year-old daughter, Claire, in New York City. Devastated by her husband’s death three years ago, she’s in no hurry to fall in love again. Besides, trying to balance her career with motherhood leaves her little time for romance. With a wheelchair instead of a white horse, and a vow against falling in love again as his armor, Gideon Stone is the last person Lily expects to sweep her off her feet. But when a business agreement forces the two of them together, that is exactly what happens. As they navigate the minefield that fast represents their...
Read MoreInterview: Cheri Verset
Today’s interview is with the author of the Nurse Tiffany series. Â This is a collection of three erotica stories featuring Jeff, a disabled young man, and his new caregiver Tiffany. Â They are intense and very graphic stories! Much more hard-core than what I write. I’m really glad that there are people to write all different aspects and types of stories withcharacters who have disabilities. Nurse Tiffany Bathes Me Nurse Tiffany Meets an Escort Nurse Tiffany Makes a Confession All three together at a discount Nurse Tiffany: The Complete Trilogy *** Welcome to my friend, Cheri! Â I’m so glad that you could come by and answer some questions. 1) What was the inspiration for these stories? First of all, thank you Ruth for this opportunity to introduce...
Read MoreYour Favorite Hero
What kind of hero do you like to read about? Â Forget real life and the kind of guy you married or hope to marry. Â In your wildest fantasies, in the most satisfying romance novels, who is your favorite? Â Do you like a dark and brooding man with a mysterious past? Â Should he be quiet and reserved, not giving much away until the heroine draws him out? Do you prefer a man who is sweet, self-deprecating, self-conscious and utterly unaware of his own charm? Should he be perfect in every way or wounded by his past? Young and innocent or bitter and jaded? Tell me, who do you love best? Â [Image...
Read MoreInterview: Robyn Bradley
Robyn Bradley is the author of  Support Our Troops – A Short Story , just 99 cents for Kindle.  So far all the reviews are five stars, so I’m not the only one who thinks it’s quite good.  The characters are strong and well drawn, the dialogue is crisp and engaging.  The story drew me in immediately.  The only problem with it is it’s very short!  Definitely leaves you wanting more.  And luckily, more is on the way. Before I get to the interview, here is the description of the book from Amazon:  When Koty’s husband volunteers her to visit Jamie, a quadruple amputee who lost his limbs while serving in Iraq, neither Koty nor Jamie is happy. Jamie resents being “babysat” every day. Koty resents her lot in life: almost 30,...
Read MoreInterview: Christie Walker Bos
Christie Walker Bos is the author of several contemporary romances.  One in particular caught my attention.  It is called The Write Man For Herand has a paraplegic male love interest.  I wrote to Ms. Bos and asked her some questions about this book and what led her to write it.  I hope you enjoy my interview with her below.  Also take a look at her website for more information about all her stories and books:   http://christiewalkerbos.com/ Find The Write Man For Her at Amazon. 1) How close are your books to your real life experiences? Depends on the book. With, Magical Man List, the book was inspired by my real life search for a soul mate and how I found him using a Man List. I did do a special ceremony, although not the same one that the characters in the book...
Read MoreProgress Trackers
At proofreaders; available for pre-order
What Is Meant To Be
Second draft
Homework & Homicide (working title)
Second Draft
Book Montage
RFW winner October 7, 2011
