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In Cruel Enchantment, the hero, Aeric, has an intense passion for the heroine, Emmaline. At first his passion is distinctively negative and with good reason. Over three hundred years ago, back when the fae were free in the world, Emmaline killed the woman he wanted to marry. When Emmaline re-enters Aeric’s life, he captures her, convinced he wants to take revenge on her for this.
Yet something stops him. Emmaline isn’t the cold-hearted woman he has presumed she would be and even though she admits to the killing, he senses there’s more to the story than she’s telling him. Could it be that all these years he’s never known the full truth about his fiancée’s death? To top it off, he’s attracted to Emmaline. There’s something about her that fascinates and draws him to her.
Aeric’s already passionate nature is soon inflamed by Emmaline’s presence and his negative feelings toward her become fiery and near uncontrollable. Emmaline also has trouble resisting Aeric. After all, he’s the man she’s loved for centuries. Try as she might to hold herself away from him, she just can’t do it.
I love it when my characters have this emotional, dramatic energy in their relationship. It doesn’t always work this way with the characters I create. Oddly, bringing fictional characters together is a lot like observing a true life couple. Sometimes they have chemistry, sometimes not. Aeric and Emmaline have chemistry in spades, explosive chemistry. I really enjoyed spinning their tale and I hope you enjoy reading it.
Excerpt from Cruel Enchantment
He moved closer and her whole body stiffened. “So we’ve established that you killed Aileen and you’re lying about the circumstances to save your pretty ass. We’ve also established that I’m unable to kill you. The only question that remains is how I should make you pay.”
His gaze raked her up and down and his body reacted. His too big clothing hid her curves, but he’d had enough of a tantalizing glimpse of them during her shower to let his imagination run wild.
The very last thing he should be doing right now was remember the way her body looked behind that frosted glass. It was almost worse than having her naked. The image behind the shower door hinted at lush breasts—an overflowing handful—a narrow waist that flared into a generous, curvy bottom, and shapely legs.
He wanted to find out for sure, using his hands and maybe his tongue, too.
He’d brutally suppressed the urge before, tamping down the attraction he felt for her because it wasn’t right. Now, in the violent wake of what Emmaline had told him and his subsequent confusion over whether or not it was true—all that want came rushing back at him. It didn’t matter that it was horribly misplaced.
And damned if he could remember why he shouldn’t give in to it.
* * * * *
He was looking at her without anger in his eyes for once.
Okay, maybe there was a little anger in his eyes, but she had the feeling that the anger—for whatever mystical and unbelievable reason—wasn’t directed at her, but at himself. And anger wasn’t the only thing in his expression right now; there was hunger, too.
And that was all for her.
Her heart thudded so fast and so hard she thought it might break her ribs. What the hell? His behavior had changed so quickly she practically had whiplash.
“Aeric?” she whispered. She wasn’t even aware his name had slipped past her lips until it was out there. She didn’t know what to do with this sudden turn of events . . . although her body sure seemed to know. Her mind was awhirl with confusion, but the rest of her was quite aware that the man she’d wanted and fantasized about for so long was inches away from her . . . and seemed to actually want her back.
“Fuck,” he growled, bracing his hand on the wall right near her ear and moving closer to her. “This is not a good thing.”
“No.” She licked her lips—a nervous habit she’d had since she was a kid, no matter what guise she used. “This is not a good thing for either of us.”
His mouth almost brushed hers when he spoke. Her body flared to life, singing to almost painful arousal. Her nipples leapt to hard little points and she ached between her thighs. This man seemed to either terrify her, piss her off, or plunge her straight into animalistic heat.
His voice was a low growl, laced with anger. “I should chain you to my bed in charmed iron and take my revenge that way.”
She closed her eyes, her breath shuddering out of her. “I wouldn’t object.”
His eyes narrowed like a hunter’s sighting prey—and, boy, was she ever. Wounded, limping prey at that. She had no chance. “Don’t you have any shame?” he asked in a low, harsh voice.
“Not where you’re concerned. I never have.”
He eased her against him and dropped his mouth to her throat. Goose bumps erupted all over her skin. He nipped her flesh and then licked the small hurt. As though he wanted to punish her, but couldn’t make himself do it…..
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Feel free to ask me any questions you’d like. I’ll be around today to answer them.
And I have a question for you too: The word that best describes Cruel Enchantment is passion. I’m passionate about many things in my life—my family, my writing, my spirituality and living lightly on the Earth. What are some things you’re passionate about?
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CONTEST INFO: CONTEST RUNS UNTIL 9/17/2010 at 11:59 pm Central
Prize 1: Kindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi (Open to readers in the US)
Prize 2: 1 winner will receive the four books in the Elemental Witches series & Wicked Enchantment, all autographed. (Open to readers WORLDWIDE)
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I’m definitely passionate about books! I love to read and usually try to read a book a day. I’m also passionate about my car…yes I am a Mustang lover so naturally I have to take care of my Mustang convertible or I feel sad. +10
Question for Anya: If you didn’t write what would be your other dream job?
+10
I tweeted: http://twitter.com/steelergirl83/status/24027783996
+10
I rsvp’d for this event yesterday +25
I tallied up my points +1
I commented on Cassandra Clare’s post +5
I commented/participated on the poll +5
TOTAL POINTS = 66!
XOXO~ Renee C. (USA)
Books, check. Me too.
Mustang? If I had one I’d be passionate about it, no doubt. Yummy.
Hehe I’ve wanted one since grade school so when I finally got one I babied it!
I am passionate about my family first and foremost. After that reading, running and knitting. Family always comes first though.
My question is one I’m sure you get alot- How do you come up with the ideas for your books? And- are your characters based off of anyone?
I love your books and can’t wait to read this one.
Thanks,
Deanna H- USA
My points tally (sorry forgot to put it in the other post).
Answer to Anya’s Q- 10
My Q’s- 20
RSVP yesterday- 25
tallying- 1
total- 56
Deanna H- USA
I wish I knew exactly where my ideas come from. I guess I’m blessed with a somewhat twisted imagination. That accounts for part of it.
Usually I start with a character or the idea of someone in a specific situation. I wonder what would happen to this person in this situation, how they would react and what events might follow. It all starts from some little seed like that and blossoms into a full-blown story.
Hi Anya. Congrats on the release of Cruel Enchantment. How many books do you have planned for this series. I am passionate about my family, reading, and gardening.
I tweeted. https://twitter.com/CrystalGB/status/24028187848
I rsvp’d
Crystal B.
USA
Crystal816[at]hotmail[dot}com
+46 total
This series looks like it will have four full-length novels and one novella (Sweet Enchantment in the Hot for the Holidays anthology).
I am passionate about spending quality time with my family whether it is having a meal together, watching TV together or playing boardgames. I am passionate about books (I was always one of those kids in school that got in trouble for reading books during math). Lastly I’m passionate about food. I LOVE it! I am definately one of those who live to eat not eat to live +10
Question: This is a two parter- Who are your favorite classic tv/movie romantic couple and who are your modern (within past 20 years) favorite tv/movie romantic couple? +10
Question: What were your favorite books you read when you were growing up? +10
I RSVP’d +25
I tallied up my Points +1
Total points=56
Melissa R. (USA)
Holy crap! Q1 is a hard one for me since my fav movies/TV shows tend not to be romantic ones. Classic — Scarlet and Rhett, definitely. I love that movie. Contemporary — Hmmmm…Okay, I’ll go with Elizabeth and Felip from Eat, Pray, Love.
One of my fav childhood reads was The Grounding of Group Six, by Julian F. Thompson.
Very dark, very awesome.
Hello Anya,
I am very passionate over my books and being a member of a paranormal book club.
What is your favorite color of socks?
What are plans for Halloween?
Ruth T.
USA
+30 #2.
+10 #5. http://twitter.com/zoombievampire/status/24028831039
+35 #6 Kendra + Heather + Virginia +Cassandra + Chat +Poll + Screen *5
+1 #7
+25 RSVP
=101 pts
I love the color green and always gravitate toward it.
I plan to take my little punkin’ treat-or-treating.
+10- Answering Anya
My fav authors are Guy Gavriel Kay, Joe Abercrombie, Teresa Medeiros, Carol Berg, Patricia Briggs, & Lauren Dane.
My biggest fan is probably my best friend.
She’s very supportive of me.
Hi Anya,
This new release sounds amazing! How did you get your start in becoming an author?
My passions are animals, reading and playing sports.
I RSVP’d.
Erica P.
USA
Okay, I forgot the tally. I hope that doesn’t disqualify me! Here it is:
+10 Question
+10 Answer
+25 RSVP
+1 Point tally=
46 points
I wrote my first book at the age 21 and it was really, really BAD.
I spent the next few years re-writing it (and learning how to write in the process). I ended up selling my second novel about seven years later to a small press fantasy publisher.
Then, sort of on a dare, I wrote an erotic romance and ended up selling it to Ellora’s Cave. That’s when my career really started taking off.
Tracey Q from the US
I tweeted about this event and posted on my Facebook page on two different posts to get both the link and photo (yes I am sometimes blog challenged).
As for what I am passionate about, I would have to say reading is way up there. I spend most of my spare time with a book in my hand and have tried, unsuccessfully so far, to write one of my own. History and politics would be next on the list. People actually avoid discussing either with me after they get to know me because I get so heated about either topic. Of course, now that I have written this I have to say my family comes before reading for obvious reasons.
Thanks for stopping by, Tracey
Hi! I’m passionate about my daughter and husband, saving the wolves, reading, cooking, and being a bleeding heart liberal.
Do you have a favorite cover of one of your books?
Do you get to choose the titles? +30
RSVP’d +25
tweeted- http://twitter.com/bcardoo79/status/24032054120 +10
RSVP’d for Keuhl, voted/cmmtd in poll +10
tallying +1= 76
Bethany C., USA
Hey, I’m a bleeding heart liberal too!
I love all the covers I’ve had from Berkley so far. The artist (Tony Mauro) who does them is AMAZING. I’m really crushing on the cover for Cruel Enchantment right now because of the colors–the reds and purples. The cover for JEWELED is absolutely gorgeous too.
I usually get to keep the titles I select for my books, but not always.
I’m passionate about my family, books and cooking.
Would you ever consider writting a YA book?
rsvp’d
attended Kendra’s event
rsvp’d for Heather’s event
attended Virginia’s event
attended Cassandra’s event
commnented on the weekly chat and Screen Bites
Voted in the poll
total = 81
I’ve considered YA, but I’m not sure I have the voice for it. I’d have to try to write a little of it first in order to determine if it would be a good move for me.
YAY! SO excited! I’m trying not to be that spazzy fangirl, but it’s good to not be in denial. At least that’s what I tell myself to make it okay.
My passions are books and reading, photography, my family and animals. Not necessarily in that order, although the order can shift depending on the day! And sometimes chocolate gets thrown in there too.
Where did the name Piefferburg(Did I spell that right?) come from? The map of it is great by the way!
I loved the short story Taking Hold.Do you have any plans to write any more from the two characters or that world?
And because I have quite a herd of animals myself, I was curious how many you have and what’s one of the weirdest/interesting things you’ve seen one of them do?
Thanks for being here!
Rae M., USA
RSVP’d for this event +25
Attended Kendra Leigh Castle +5
RSVP’d for Heather Kuehl +5
Attended Cassandra Clare Event +5
Attended Virginia Kantra Event +5
Commented and Voted in Poll +5
Commented on Screen Bites +5
Asked Questions +30
Tally own points +1
Total = 86
Hi Rae!
Piefferburg came as a natural result from the name of the man who designed the place–Jules Piefferburg. He was the type of guy to name stuff after himself.
Thanks for the compliment on the map. I love it too.
I would like to write more werewolf stories so, who knows? I have nothing planned, but it’s a possibility.
We have 7 cats (I know!) and a dog at the moment. I love the way they interact, their little social network. It’s endlessly strange and cool (sometimes sad) to me to see how they form cliques, shun certain cats, ect.
7 cats and a dog. Don’t sweat it. I’ve still got you beat with 9 cats and a dog. Now, I’m a sucker for punishment! Now you can go around saying ‘well it could be worse I could have 9 cats’. And yes it’s sometimes sad but definitely strange and cool.
Mette J, Denmark
Hi Anya
I have not had the chance to read your books yet, so I love this chance to win them I have heard great things about them:-)
I
Ok the picture is there now:-)
Hi Anya,
I RSVP’d yesterday=25
I’m most passionate about my children and family, my books and reading and my faith.=10
I love the excerpts I’ve been reading and can’t wait to see what happens with Aeric.:)
Do you have a favorite book Anya ? =10
I attended and commented on Cassandra Clare’s event =5
Voted in poll = 5+1=6
TOTAL =56
Carol L.
Lucky4750@aol.com
USA
My fav books tends to shift and change depending my mood. Today I would say it’s SUNSHINE, by Robin McKinley.
hi anya! i loved the elemental witches series, and i can’t wait to start this series….so many books, so little time! *sigh*
What are some things i’m passionate about? my family, friends, fiance, pets, books, cooking, horror movies, music, and holidays! i have many passions, what can i say?
i have a couple of questions: plotster or panster? and what’s the strangest way you got an idea for a story?
+5 Attended and commented at Kendra Leigh Castle
I’m a combo plotter/panster. I know where the story is going and how it will end up, but I leave myself a lot of wiggle room in-between.
The strangest way I received inspiration for a story…hmmm…probably from a bit of music. I couldn’t even tell you what song it was anymore that inspired Jeweled.
I’m a very passionate person. Sometimes it’s a good thing and sometimes it’s not. I’m very passionate about reading. I ordered Cruel Enchantment through B&N (will e-mail receipt) and am anxiously awaiting it’s arrival along with Supernatural, season 5 which I am also passionate about. Loves me some Supernatural.
Reading for me is an escape from my reality and I LOVE your books. That being said, Anya, I have a question for you. Any chances we’ll get to read anything else with Alejandro in it? OMFG is he hot!! I like vampires in general but damn. I didn’t want the book to end.
Thank you!! I thought Alejandro was pretty hot when I was writing him too (and I love that name). I don’t have anything planned in the world at the moment, but I never say never. Maybe one day.
Lori D.
USA
ladyrogue(at)ymail(dot)com
+10 – I am passionate about reading. There is something about escaping into the pages of a book that I find fullfilling.
+10 – I tweeted
+25 – I RSVP’d
+10 – Question: Name the person who was inspirational to your writing.
+1 – To Tally
_______
+56
I always say that if I had never picked up Thief of Hearts, by Teresa Medeiros out of the ARC bin at the bookstore where I worked during college I wouldn’t be writing romance today.
Storytelling — all other passions fall before this one. Except for snogging.
Now a return question — what is your favorite literary snogging scene?
-Audry T. (California, U.S.A.)
Hmmm…oddly, the one popping to mind is the carriage scene in Madame Bovary.
I am passionate about reading and writing. It is my dream to be able to do only those things and somehow make money at it
I’m also passionate about friends, wine, and dark chocolate!
I would love to know how long it took you to break through and get published.
I would give my left foot for a KINDLE!!!
So I tweeted 10
I blogged 125
http://scandalinthechoirloft.blogspot.com/2010/09/i-know-i-know.html
I answered the question and I asked a question 10
And of course I tallied 1
so that’s 146 entries
I hope you don’t have to give your left foot away!
It took me a long while, about ten years from the time I wrote my first book to the time I made my first sale. I went through one bad agent, lots of rejections and lots of learning. During that time I quit for a while (gave up), but I’m really glad I picked it back up again.
Perseverance is key in this business, believe me. Never give up. Keep on trying. It’s those who stick with it who eventually make it.
Good luck!!
Hi Anya!!! This new book sounds amazing. Cant wait.
-My question for you: is there a certain book or movie in particular that made you want to write paranormal fantasy?
-I’m passionate about my family mostly.
-I RSVP’d to this event +25
-Questions +20
-Attending Kendra Leigh Castle’s event +5
-RSVP’d for Heather Kuehl’s event +5
-Commented and voted in Poll +5
-Tally own points +1
Total= 61 Points
Ashley V. USA
I’ve always wanted to be a writer. It was what I said I wanted to be when I was a little kid. So it’s always just “been there.” I’ve always written paranormal, too. I was writing paranormal romance before anyone was publishing it, in fact.
What are some things you
It depends on the book and the character. Sometimes they automatically look a certain way in my head and sometimes I change their look while their character is developing as I write.
I’m Passionate about my family first, living life to the fullest, reading, and my crafts.
My question”s for Anya.
1. Is this a stand alone book, or do you have to read it in a certain order?
2. How long does it take to do the research for you books?
3. Do you every incorporate any of your life experiences into a story?
I’ve blogged/post to these :
http://terryforester.multiply.com/journal/item/24/Anya_Bast_Release_Party
http://my-needle-art.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=100000884653950
http://www.myspace.com/terrys_stitching_home
I tweeted it here:
http://twitter.com/home User Name TerryF57
Now if I’ve done this right …LOL
I answered Anya’s question 10+
I’ve asked Anya 3 questions 30+
Rsvp 25+
I Tweeted three times 30+
I posted to my all my blogs 500+
Tally 1+
total 566 if I’ve done it right.
Terry F
USA
1.) I always write my books to stand alone, so you shouldn’t have to read Wicked Enchantment to enjoy Cruel Enchantment.
2.) It depends on the book or the series. It took me a while to research for the Dark Magick series because I delved heavily into Irish myth and faery tales.
3.) I never do it on purpose, but an author can’t help but draw from their own lives while writing.
Hi Anya
* I’m Passionate about my Family ,Books and Paranormal stuff of all knids I realy would like to be a Ghost Hunter but looks like thay are only adding the young. +10
* I spread the Word on my myspace and facebook and here is the links
http://www.myspace.com/sasluvbooks & facebook.com/sasluvbooks some reason facebook is not showing the pic?
* I RSVPed to be here today with Anya +25
* I Voted in the Polls +5
* I Will be Attending Kendra Liegh Castles Event +5
* I RSVPed For Heather Kuehl’s +5
* I Attended & Commented on Virginia Kantra +5
* I Attended & Commented on Cassandra Clare +5
* I Tallyed my Points +1 =311
* Stacey S USA
sasluvbooks(at)yahoo.com
Thanks for stopping by, Stacey!
Hi Anya,
And books and chocolate.
My passions are bf, of course, he is the cutest guy in the universe
This new world you have created sounds so fascinating. How come you started writing about the Fae?
Blodeuedd A Finland
I started writing about the fae because the myth surrounding them has always fascinated me. Also because there aren’t many authors writing about them. I had room to create a big, unique world.
I’m passionate about my family, people’s rights, reading, and writing
Questions: What is your favorite movie with supernatural elements? Whats the best book you’ve read recently? Which character in your book would you most want to be?
I RSVP’d.
I attended and commented on Kendra Leigh Castle
Does Donnie Darko count? I love that movie.
The best book I’ve read in a while is Best Served Cold, by Joe Abercrombie. It’s a historical fantasy novel.
Hmmm…Isabelle from Witch Blood is jumping to mind. I love her strength.
First of all I’m really going to have to get your book! Woohoo! Now that was an excerpt! Maybe a cold shower first. Okay back to the passion question. Family, gradchildren are on the top of the list. Friends and all my little furbabies. Politics, farming, ranching, fishing, I used to worship the sun above all else and now don’t see it at all. I have the skin to prove it too. I’m also very pasionate about learning. My 2 oldest grandchildren are both readers and do good in school and the one on the way I hope will too. I’m a college grad with a BS and a Masters. Always keeping up with some kind of learning helps keep you young also.
Where did you go to college and what was your major?
Do you have any animals? Oh by the way I have read almost all of your books. You are one of my fave authors.
I blogged at http://www.myspace.com/blackstarcat_ok/blog?blD=538998723
I RSVPed for this event and Kuehl’s event
I attended and commented in Castle’s, Clares’ and Kantra’s events
I chatted in bookchat, voted in poll, and commented in Screen Bites
Lisa D. USA
Total points= 217
I loved the interview and I love your books Anya. Thankyou for coming.
Thanks so much, Lisa!
I went to the University of Louisville and have degrees in English and Psychology. I kept switching around (was a French major at one point) and decided to double major in the end.
We have 7 cats and a dog.
The strays, they like us.
Hi Anya!!! Well, there are so many things I’m passionate about my family, my partner, my puppies, and football.
Reading of course as well. We have 3 puppies, one black, one tan, and one white. We realized, a bit too late, that there is no color in existance that can hide all of those different colors of hair. How did you obtain your zoo? We adopted 2 from shelters, and one I found on the way to work.
I do have a writing question for you as well. With all of the different projects/series you have going on is it hard to keep all of your characters and ideas from just getting all mixed up together?
Thanks.
Hot scene, BTW.
Anya….you missed me.
Contest stuff:
+25 for RSVP
+30 for questions &answer
+10 for twitter – http://twitter.com/Heatwave316/status/24068158926
+5 for RSVP for heather
+5 for poll
+5 for screen bites
+5 for attending Cassandra & comment
+1 for total
total = 86
Sorry about that!! I guess my eyes aren’t as good as they used to be.
1.) We seem to be on catdar. All the strays somehow know to come to our house. That’s how we came by all our cats but the first two (one of which has now passed). We hung up the No More Cats sign a while ago, but we managed to keep collecting them. We’ve found homes for those (luckily), but still keep one outdoor cat, Kitty. Kitty gets fed twice a day, gets vet care and lives in our barn. I bring in him to our laundry room when there’s bad weather or it’s really cold.
Our dog was adopted from Animal Control. She is the BEST dog in the whole world.
2.) I don’t really have a problem with that. I do keep a journal with detailed notes, but most of it stays pretty uncluttered in my head.
Thanks for stopping by!
I love your books Anya, and I cant wait to read Cruel Enchantment. I really enjoyed Wicked Enchantment, and have been waiting for book 2 to come out. Ok, that said:
I am most passionate about reading, but movies, wine, chocolate, and men are right up there. (+10)
Questions: Out of all the characters you’ve written about, do you have a favorite hero and heroine?
Are books 3 and 4 also going to feature the other members of the hunt, or other fae in Piefferburg? (+10)
I rsvp
1.) Oh, they’re all my favorites. I can’t really single out a pair.
It’s like asking a mother who her favorite child is.
2.) Yes, all the books will have recurring secondary characters from other books. I do this with all my series.
I am passionate about family, kindness, my pets, what I believe in w/o forcing it on others…
What was your favorite book as a child?
What book, recently read, (not your own, although that would be cool) would you like seeing on the big screen?
RSVP’d
Tweeted: http://twitter.com/BooksThings/status/24039436207
Attended Kantra and Clare’s events
RSVP’d for Kuehl’s event
Melissa B USA
Total: 81
As a really little child I loved The Snowy Day, by Ezra Jack Keats, and The Teddy Bear’s Picnic.
Hmmm…I think Patricia Brigg’s novels would translate great to the big screen!
I’m passionate about my career as a librarian and about books in general =)
1. If you could live in one of the worlds you created, which one would you live in?
2. Were you always able to just sit down and write or did it take you awhile to get the hang of writing?
3. What’s the weirdest place you’ve ever written? (Like, have you written in a public bathroom before, for whatever reason?)
My name is Justine R. and I live in America.
+30 for my questions
+5 for voting/commenting in weekly poll
+1 for tallying my votes
Total = 36
1.) I think I might like to live in Piefferburg, but with the option to leave when I chose.
2.) When I first decided to write, I just sat down and did it. I learned by trial and error over the years. I think you have to write to learn how to write.
3.) Wow. Let’s see. I’ve written in cars, on buses, on planes. I’ve written in the Grand Place (Brussels Belgium), and under a tree in a park. I don’t think I’ve ever written in a bathroom or anywhere truly odd, though.
It does seem like a beautiful place to live
Oh! I did RSVP so my total is actually 61!
I am passionate about my hubby, 4 legged children, pet neutering/spaying, books and the beach. 10 points
Do you ever have characters in your mind that will not leave you alone until you write their story? 10 points
RSVPed 25 points
Tallied points 1 point
Total 46 points
Oh, yes.
It can be very annoying sometimes because I may not be able to start on their book at that exact moment. Pushy characters. 
Hey Anya~ Congrats on the release
Some things that I am passionate about are books, doing what I can for the environment, my dog, and hanging out with great people.
My question is how do you decide on the names for your characters?
Points
RSVP for Anya Bast +25
Answer for Anya +10
Question for Anya +10
RSVP for Heather Kuehl’s event +5
Attended and Commented at Screen Bites +5
Tallied own points +1
Total = 56
Nalini B from the US
Sometimes I know their names right away and sometimes their names change while I’m writing the book. I try to pick names that fit the character.
Once I have the right name, I “Know” it.
+10 *tweeted event
+125 *posted to blog here… http://taylorea.livejournal.com/friends/
+5 *poll
+5 *comment at weekly book chat
+5 *screen bites comment
+20 *2 questions
+1 *do my own math! LOL!
=171
Anya- Would you describe your favorite afternoon past time when you are not working?
Do you ever use your dreams in your writing?
Brenda CM USA
Not working, what’s that? Hmmm…if I have the afternoon off, I usually spend it with my daughter. I take her to the zoo or we do something fun.
Sometimes I’ll use snippets from my dreams in my writing, but it’s pretty rare. I can only think of a couple times I’ve done that. My dreams are usually too strange to use in my books.
I’m passionate about food, and social justice. And books. Won’t get into it because it’s hard to shut me up – and I talk about that stuff enough on my own net space
What gave you the idea for this new series, Anya? And – what’s next for you?
Also :X are you looking to write a YA book like so many other [romance] authors are doing these days?
That should be 66 entries – I RSVP’d yesterday (25), Asked 3 questions (10*3), and tweeted/RT’d you and Anya both
So…
66 entries
Elle C, USA
1.) I can’t really pinpoint where the idea for this new series came from. I wanted to write about the fae and I wondered how the world might react if the fae were real–hence the prison.
2.) I don’t have any plans to write YA right now. I like paranormal romance a lot.
What’re you working on now, Anya?
Also :X I don’t know if I’m allowed to say this, but I’m somewhat pleased & relieved you don’t want to write YA. But shhh don’t tell anyone
Also – v. excited to see you again!
I’m looking forward to seeing you too!
Right now I’m working on a novella for Samhain, a menage a trois romance. :0)
1. United States
I am passionate about books and reading. I love reading. I can read for hours at a time. I love getting lost in a book being drawn into the story as if I was there. I love imagining different places and different characters just using my imagination. I love how books talk about soul mates and true love and how I believe that everyone has a soul mate. I love that books take me to a different time and place. I have even considered writing a book. I am also passionate about my family. I would appreciate any suggestions you have for someone looking to start writing a book.
Please enter me in your contest. I would love to read this book. Tore923@aol.com
Write. Don’t just talk about it or dream about it, actually sit down and write. Find a critique partner or group that fits you. Try to keep an open mind about what they tell you. Be persevering.
Good luck!!
Hi Anya,
We are honored to have a chance to chat with you. My name is Karla, I am from Monterrey, Mexico, and I come here on behalf of Fictionista Workshop, a communiy for online writers and editors.
Here is my answer to your question:
I am passionate about reading and writing, about traveling and knowing different places. I am passionate about fashion and art. I am also passionate about my own ideas and speaking up.
Here are some questions. We
- What is the most important element when writing a foreplay scene, a build up to the grand finale? How do you build that amazing unresolved sexual tension?
Chemistry between the characters is definitely the most important thing. In order for there to be sexual tension, the characters need to have that spark between them–just like in real life. It all comes down to the characters, how they’re drawn, and how they fit together as a couple. If you’ve done it right, you’ll end up with great sexual tension. It will develop naturally as you’re writing.
- When do you find it easier to write? During the day or during the night? Do you listen to music? Tell us about your writing habits.
I write better in the morning and the afternoon, definitely. I can write at night, and will if I have to, but I don’t like to do that because I’m tired. (I’m not much of a night owl.) I do listen music. It helps me get into the mood of a scene.
- How did you feel when you sold your first novel? What advice would you give to amateur writers who want to get published?
Oh, it was an amazing day. I screamed, cried, jumped around. It was the best feeling in the world.
My advice to new writers is: Don’t give up. Perseverance is key. Write the book. Find a critique group/partner that’s a good fit for you. Never give up.
- How has Internet impacted your career? What are some advantages and disadvantages for writers now that Internet has taken over the world?
The Internet has made things worlds easier. All my edits are electronic now, and I can do research in the blink of an eye. The Internet also helps me connect with readers. It’s awesome.
- What do you feel about negative critique? How do you cope with those feelings?
You get used to it. It always stings a little, but there comes a point in every novelist’s life where they’d better grow some tough skin. If you don’t have tough skin, you’re going to be crying a lot.
- Give us some tips for research. What are your research rituals?
I love Google. A lot.
I also love to buy books on the topics of my greatest interest and keep a small research library.
- Are your characters and their personalities autobiographical? Or are they based on people you knew? If not, how do you create these tangible personas?
I never base my characters on people I know in real life. My characters develop out of an interviewing process. I make sure I know their histories, their families, their hobbies, and their greatest strengths and weaknesses. I do all that before I start a book, but they develop best when I start to write them. I don’t know why, but that’s how it is.
- What is your favorite animal and why?
Cat. I love cats very much. I love their individual personalities, the way they purr and cuddle. I love their little kitty paws. I just love everything that is CAT.
I hope that was somewhat helpful for your workshop!
Hey Anya:
I am truly passionate about reading, cooking, my husband, dancing, music, and creating. I think it’s important to laugh every single day. I believe laughing keeps you young, which is why I watch cartoons (and I don’t have any children)!
My questions for you:
1. Your books go from the hot paranormal genre to the just plain hot and sexy genre. Which genre is easier to write? +10
2. Have you ever had any paranormal experiences of your own? +10
3. I love cats. What are the names of your 8 cats? +10:
RSVP +25
Rsvp for Heather Kuehl +5
Commented on Weekly Poll +5
Commented on Screen Bites +5
Ordered Any Merchandise through Amazon link (marisa tomei’s hoop body kit – been waiting for this FOREVER)+100
tally own total +1
Points total = 171
1.) It depends on how I’m feeling at that period of my life. Sometimes the erotic is easy to write, sometimes not. It really comes down to the specific book, erotic or not. Sometimes they come easily–sometimes I really have to work at it.
2.) Hmmm…yes. I’m pretty sure I had an encounter with a ghost in a hotel once. It was the eeriest experience of my life.
3.) Unfortunately, we lost Synja a few months ago, so it’s 7 now. Kokopop, Kiki, Morris, Milo, Buttercup, Wiggle & Samson.
im passionate about my husband,4 daughters and my books.
who is your fav character in your fav book ?
answered your ? +10
asked you a ? +10
rsvp’d for this event +25
tallied up my points +1
46 entries
REGINA R
US
Well, I can’t really name a fav character in one of my books. That’s just too hard. I really liked Logen Ninefingers from Joe Abercrombie’s The Blade Itself. He jumps to mind.
I am passionate about a lot of things my family, reading, etc. I haven’t read the first book in this series yet, but I have to say that I am going to check this book out after reading the excerpt. Who are some of the authors that influenced you and which of your books was your favorite to write?
I RSVP’d.
I can’t really answer what book was my fav to write. I love write all my books for different reasons.
Authors who have influenced me…Guy Gavriel Kay, Robin McKinley, Nora Roberts. Strange mix, right? Fantasy and romance authors.
Hi Anya!
+10: My passion is reading, oooo and I love cheesecake
+25: I RSVP’d
+10: Question – What was the most difficult part of this book to write and why? Also, what do you find is the most difficult thing about writing as a career?
Thank you! I love your books and I can’t wait to read this one!
Becky S – USA
The ending of Cruel Enchantment gave me fits!
For me, the most difficult thing about being a writer is the promotion I must do. I’m not very good at it.
Oh, sorry – my tally is 45 + 1 for tallying, so 46! Yay!
Becky S – USA
Hi Anya,
Congratulations on the new book…wonderful teaser. I am passionate about reading (to the detriment of my housekeeping, meal preparation, etc.), about going out to eat (I am always looking for the perfect crepe) and saving money (which of course conflicts with passion number 2).
I would like to know who your favorite furry or feathered character is and which book that character appears in?
I RSVP’d yesterday, answered and asked a question and am tallying my points for 46 entries, thank you for the contest.
ELF, U.S.
Hmmm…I might getting this question wrong. I put Wiggle, one of my cats, in my novel Ordinary Charm.
Thanks for your answer, I haven’t read that one but I will look for it. I am partial to the dust bunnies in J. Krentz’s Harmony books, the furzels in the L. Sinclair books…well, the list goes on…
Hi Anya -
Thanks for being here. Love the excerpt.
I’m VERY passionate about exercise. My husband thinks I’m addicted to it. I think I agree. I’m also very passionate about reading.
Viki S. USA
Thanks for stopping by, Viki!
Leni K., USA
I’m passionate about being a well balanced caring person. When I am centered and focused everything seems to fall into place and help with facing any challenges that may happen.
RSVP’ed +25
Answered Anya’s question +10
Attended Kendra Leigh Castle event +5
RSVP’ed for Heather Kuel event +5
+1 Tally= 46
Thanks for commenting, Leni!
Julie P
Hi Anya!
My passion is my family and then I would have to say its reading. I cant pass a book stand without buying something.
My question for you is how do you come up with your book ideas then keep motivated to finish it.
Thanks!
I RSVP’d -+25
Answered your ?-15
Asked you a ?-15
Voted & weekly poll-5
total=60
I really can’t be sure where all my book ideas come from. They start out as a seed and grow from there.
Sometimes I’m motivated to finish a book because I love writing it so much. Sometimes I’m motivated purely by my deadlines. It depends on my mood, the book, lots of different factors.
Hello there. I have been looking at Wicked Enchantment for a while now, I’m def moving it up my TBR pile cuz these books just sound so smokin hot!!
My passions are my family, reading, def animals, I run a cat shelter, and I have 10 cats right now. (and 2 dogs) I really want a farm! 
Ohh, I love to be out in my garden, too. I was wondering, are any of your books available in audio format at all? Do you listen to audiobooks at all? I don’t know if this was asked earlier, but do you have one of the new kindle’s for yourself?
Joani S from USA
rsvp’d
attend Castle’s event
rsvp’d for Kuehl’s event
did Kantra’s event
did the chat
did the poll
did Clare’s event
bought the book, emailing receipt
tally my own points for a total of 236 points
Hi Joanie! The only book of mine that’s available in audio is WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS (Harlequin Spice). I haven’t listened to it because…well, the thought of listening to someone read what I wrote kinda freaks me out to tell you the truth!
Just bought the other book so my points are at 386. Woo HOO!! already emailed the receipt.
Loved Cruel Enchantment looking forward to Wicked Enchantment. My passions: my family, my cats, reading, cross stitch, and music of all kinds.
Which genre do you prefer? I know that you write in several different genres. The one thing they all contain is passion.
RSVP’d
Voted.
Donna A
I like to switch around sub-genres. Sometimes I want to write futuristic, sometimes historical fantasy, sometimes urban fantasy romance. The sub-genre I prefer changes every day.
Today it’s urban fantasy romance.
Hi Anya. Congrats on your new book. I love your book covers.
+10 I am passionate about my son and my kitties and reading. And trying to have a peaceful life.
+10 Question for Anya~What are some of your favorite blogs or websites to go on?
+25 RSVPed for this event~Done
+5 Attend and comment at Kendra Leigh Castle
I love Wonkette and Huffington Post. I check those every day.
Oh, and Cute Overload!
Hi Anya
Diane S.
I RSVP’d: 25pts
I am passionate about my husband, my children my friends; they mean the world to me: 10pts
Question: Do you get any input into your book covers? I have read so many books where the descriptions written do not match the covers. 10pts
Question: you have young children at home and I assume you work from home, is it hard to separate work time with family time? 10pt.
Attend and comment at the Weekly Book Chat
http://bittenbybooks.com/?p=30183
Weekly poll: 5pts
Weekly chat: 5pts
Screen bites: 5pts
Tally: 1pts
Total: 71pts
1.) I do get some input, yes. They always ask me for a description of my hero and heroine–so far they’ve always gotten it right.
2.) Nope. My daughter always comes first!
Besides my family and friends, I am passionate about my pets, my writing, reading and knitting.
My question is this: I’ve been toying with the idea of going back to school to study psychology. What would you study if you went back to school?
Margay R, US
rsvp’d
tweeted: http://twitter.com/Margay/status/24053703282
voted in poll
rsvp’d for Heather Kuehl event
I quit graduate school (psychology) to become a writer. If I went back, it would still be psychology. It’s the only other thing I’d want to be.
A psychologist, I mean!
I’m passionate about traveling, my family, friends, music, and books.
What was your first reaction to seeing the cover of Cruel Enchantment? Is it how you imagined Emmaline to look like? (+20)
+5 RSVP for Heather Kuehl
My reaction was utter awe. I LOVE that cover and, yes, that’s very close to how I imagined Emmaline…*before* she drops her glamour.
I really want the books
What various social networking do you use? +10
Have you ever had a stalker? +10
Where was the biggest turnout of fans? +10
http://readforyourfuture.blogspot.com/ +125
+5 comment at Kendra Leigh Castle
1.) I love Twitter and Facebook. Haven’t been to Myspace in forever.
2.) No. And I hope to never have one, thankyouverymuch.
3.) Hmmm…hard to tell, really. I’ve sold out at the last couple of booksignings I’ve done, which is always nice!
Julie S. of USA
What are some things you
Thanks for stopping by, Julie!
Tweet – http://twitter.com/jellybelly82158/status/24160032648
+10
Total 206
Tweet – http://twitter.com/jellybelly82158/status/24436585557
+10
Total 216
And I have a question for you too: The word that best describes Cruel Enchantment is passion. I
Creatures….the fae, witches, the occasional werewolf, those who have magickal abilities, and vampires. (Not all in the same novel, of course.)
I am passionate about my family. and my second family my cats. they are my children.
My questions for Anya are: What steared you toward writing this series? How easy was designing the lay of the land in Pifferburg? How easy is the process of coming up with the overall design of a series with the people, places and happenings in the story?
RSVP +25
Rsvp for Heather Kuehl +5
Commented on Weekly Poll +5
Commented on Screen Bites +5
Ordered Wicked Enchantment and Cruel Enchantment from Amazon.com with the receipt to Goddess +300 (150 for each)
Answered Anya’s question +10
Asked Anya questions +30 (3 questions)
Tally my entries +1
Total (if added correctly) 381
Also commented on Kendra Castle’s interview. Had computer problems, sorry for the two entries. +5 for a total of 386
Hey all!
My passions are reading, writing, teaching special education, and my knitting group!
A question for you, Anya: Have you or will you set any of your books in Kentucky? (I haven’t read them all, but I’m working on it!)
Plus, are there any upcoming signings in Kentucky?
+10 for answering
+10 for asking
+25 for my RSVP
+1 for tallying= 46 total!
I haven’t set any whole novels in Kentucky yet, but the opening of Witch Fury is set in Bowling Green.
Yep, there’s a KYRW book signing at Joseph Beth in Lexington, KY November 20 2-4 p.m.
Hi, Anya, I’m passionate about my family, a woman’s place in the spiritual, books, chocolate, the environment and wolves.
I know you do research, but how accurate do you try to be when writing a book?
RSVP’d for Anya
Took the Poll
RSVP’d for Heather Kuehl
46 points for me
Well, I kinda take what I find in research and twist it a bit. That’s the beauty of writing paranormal romance–you can create your own world. But when I’m writing something that’s not fantastical, of course I try to be as accurate as possible.
Hi Anya,
+10 like you my passions is my family always and going to hockey games
+125 posted on blog:http://dinasthoughtblog.blogspot.com/
+125 posted on myspace blog:http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendId=148290375&blogId=539006370
+25 rsvp
+10twitter:dlsmilad
+5Attend and comment at Kendra Leigh Castle
Thanks for stopping by, Dina!
enjoy your book Anya.
+10twittered today: dlsmilad
Dina S
USA
dlsmilad@yahoo.com
Have all your fans been calm unlike robert pattinson?
Uh…I have had a few uncalm fans, which always makes me feel really good. Love that enthusiasm!
Most of them are calm. All of them are AWESOME!!
Unfortunatly i havent read any of your books which is why im hoping to win the books. I win books or buy books then read them and then donate them to our public library. We have no funds to buy new books. What is your favorite charity?
love these interviews to get to know the authors thanks for doing open Mic night so to speak
Thanks, Lora!! We give annually to Raptor Rehab or my local Humane Society. We also give to charities that benefit orphans in China.
Hi, Anya – love your books & thanks for being here.
10 – Passionate about books, used book sales, bookstores/hot, spicy food/my friends & family/old-fashioned values, especially integrity.
10 – What is on your to-be-read pile?
10 – What are you currently reading?
10 – What meal makes your mouth water just thinking about it?
1 – Total = 41
Shirley H (USA)
I’m currently reading The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.
On my TBR list: Host, Faith Hunter. Kiss me Deadly, Michele Hauf. The Warded Man, Peter Brett. The Way of Shadows, Brent Weeks. That’s just a small sample.
Salmon and french fries. YUM!
Hi,
Anya’s Question:
I am passionate about my husband, and 2 wonderful children.
My Questions:
1. What is your favorite movie? I love Singing in the Rain.
2. Do you feel your Psychology background comes in handy sometimes with creating the characters?
Tally:
Answering Anya’s Question: +10
My Questions: +20
RSVP: +25
Totaling +1
Total- 56 Points
1.) I love many movies. (It’s an eclectic list) Gone with the Wind, The Big Lobowski, Donnie Darko, Legally Blond…
2.) I think it helps a little bit when I’m crafting characters, yes.
From USA
+10 I am passionate about my family and the work I do.
+10 Who is your favorite author?
+10 tweeted
http://twitter.com/monacpete/status/24063651947
+5 comment at Kendra Leigh Castle
My fav author tends to changed a lot depending on my mood. I have many favs. Today I’ll say Robin McKinley. Tomorrow I might say Guy Gavriel Kay.
Lisa R smalltown, USA
+25 RSVPed # 1
+10 What are some things I’m passionate about? My family, my reading, my yard
+10 Has anyone ever told you you look like an actress off Grey’s Anatomy, Brooke Smith?
+10 Any plans for a YA series or book?
+125 http://lisaslovesbooksofcourse.blogspot.com/2010/09/author-anya-bast-release-party-and.html
+10 http://twitter.com/alterlisa/status/24064406095
+5 RSVP for Heather Kuehl
LOL. Nope, I’ve never heard that one before. Usually I get Cricket from the Young and the Restless.
Attended Kendra Leigh Castle
the total is 26
Thanks for stopping by!
Hi Anya! Thank you for stopping by and chatting with us.. I have enjoyed your books for a long time now and I cannot WAIT for Cruel Enchantment!!! So here goes…
The word that best describes Cruel Enchantment is passion. I
Thank you so much, Helen!
1.) So far I’ve been able to write everything I want to write. I’ve been very lucky that way.
2.) Mint chip from Graeter’s. YUM!
Oh, I’m passionate about many things too! My critters, writing, our environment, books, truthfulness and honesty, living a meaningful life.
Julie T., USA
+25 RSVP for this event
+10 answer question
+5 Attend and comment at Kendra Leigh Castle
Julie — thanks for stopping by!
Patricia B. USA
I am passionate about my family. My husband of 38 years is a kind, honorable and and generous man. We have 3 very different children. I grew up the oldest of 6 and was either being compared to some ideal or being told to be the example for the others. We made sure our children knew they were individual with their own special gifts and personalities. We wanted them to become themselves, not a copy of someone else. If you see the three of them together, 2 girls and a boy (well, actually women and man), you might not think they were from the same family. +10
My other passion has always been the environment. Luckily, my husband shares it. All three of our children have grown up with the ethic and share it. We try to conserve and recycle as much as we can. We have started recycling programs where we work. We recycle what we can in the plastic, glass, metal, paper families. We have a compost pile in our yard. We garden. Food scraps that can’t be composted are fed to our daughter’s pig. My care is 10 years old and gets better gas mileage than even some of the hybrids. We have converted our light bulbs (but I am not sold on the safety of the new ones) and have appliances and fixtures that save energy and water. Items we can no longer use are donated to several charities that either use them in their programs or sell them in their thrift stores. Once you get into the habit, it is rather easy to not add much to the landfill. +10
I RSVP’d. +25
Attended and commented at Kendra Leigh Castle’s Event. +5
RSVP’d for Heather Kuehl’s event. +5
Attended and commented on Virginia Kantra’s event. +5
Attended and commented on Cassandra Clare’s event. +5
Voted and commented in the Poll. +5
attended abd commented on Screen Bites. +5
Total points +1
Total points = 76
Those are some GREAT passions, Patricia. Thanks for stopping by!
Brenda R Michigan USA
+10 Question – Where do you get the inspiration for the erotic scenes?
+10 Question – Do you have another job, or is writing your main job?
+10 Question – How long does it usually take to write a book?
+10 Movies, other books, your own life, …..?
+10 My passion in addition to reading is dancing and movies.
+25 I RSVP’d for this.
+1 Tally My Own points tota
76 Total Entries
1.) It comes from the characters. They inspire me to want to write the best love scenes for them that I can.
2.) MOM. That’s my other job.
3.) It takes me between three and four months, but it depends on the book. Sometimes longer.
Hi, Anya!!
Passion! That’s a wonderful theme for a story! As for personal passions, like many other commenters, family and books are right up there! I’m also pretty passionate about education–I spend time helping at my kids’ school and we support our passion financially as much as we can as well.
Anya, you mentioned that you do NOT base your characters on people you know in real life. Do you ever take bits and pieces from real-life people? A characteristic or habit, or eye color? Even so, has anyone ever claimed to recognize him/herself in your books?
And what
I have taken some of husband’s characteristics, but he’s the only one I can think of at the moment. Nope, I’ve never had anyone say they recognized themselves, although I have had people with the same or similar names as my characters email me.
The interesting thing I’ve done in the name of research…last spring I went to North Carolina and did a bunch of exploring. North Carolina is where Piefferburg would be if Piefferburg were real.
To sound cheesy, I’m passionate about life.
1. When did you first start writing?
2. What were those stories about?
3. What inspires you?
+25 for RSVP-ing
+30 for asking questions
+10 for answering Anya’s question
+10 for tweeting
+1 for tallying my entries
Total = 76
Thanks for stopping by, Casey!
Hi Anya,
I really enjoyed Wicked and can’t wait to get a copy of Cruel. I also should be receiving my copy of The Chosen Sin any day now.
answer to your question…
Reading has been my passion since I was a wee lil bit. To that I now add regaining my health so I can return to my previous passions of dancing, paintball and jumping out of planes.
questions for you…
When you write a scene you love but for some reason it just won’t work, do you keep it somewhere or does it just disappear?
How do you reward yourself when you reach your goals?
Thank you so much, Koren!
1.) Luckily that doesn’t happen very often, but when it does, I keep them in a “snippet file”.
2.) I buy jewelry!
Hi Anya -
I’m passionate about BOOKS! And family and finding information.
Do you have any pets?
What made you decide to give away such a fabulous prize as the Kindle?
Above = 30
answered poll = 5
will be attending & commenting at Kendra Leigh Castle
1.) Yes, we have 7 cats and a dog.
2.) I figured a Kindle would be something you all might want. I want one, after all.
Sharline M/Costa Rica
+10 I’m passionate about my friends. Hanging out with them is the best part of my day.
+10 Do you ever wish you weren’t a writer?
+10 http://twitter.com/Entre_Libros/statuses/24070915421
+5 RSVPd for Heather Kuehl
Sorry! That tweet came out wrong
Here’s the new link: http://twitter.com/Entre_Libros/status/24073955201
Sharli — Nope, I’ve wanted to be a writer since I was a little kid.
other contest stuff
I’m passionate about my family, my faith, reading, music, movies, and TV shows.
+10 Question for Anya: You mention enjoying classic movies, what are some of your favorites?
+25 I RSVP’d for today’s event.
+125 Posted link on my Blog:
http://amyexcelsior.blogspot.com/2010/09/author-anya-bast-release-party-and.html
+10 Tweet:
http://twitter.com/Heroesgirl314/status/24072680531
+5 I RSVP’d for Heather Kuehl
I love Gone with the Wind and Casablanca. I own both of them and rewatch them often.
Hi Anya,
I’m passionate about reading, crochet and my autistic son. And my cats said what about us. Yes you too dearies
How do you feel about the popularity of ebooks? Do you own an ereader?
Joyce G, USA
Answered 1 asked 2 +30
rsvp
Hi Joyce — I’m a big fan of ebooks and own a Sony.
It’s sitting on the table at my elbow right now, actually.
Aik Chien, Malaysia or New York, US.
+25 RSVP
+10 I’m passionate about reading, music and life.
+10 Hi Anya, have you ever thought of writing books for young adults?
+10 Tweeted:
http://twitter.com/aikchien/status/24076347539
+5 Attend and comment at Kendra Leigh Castle
Hi Aik — I’m not sure I have the voice for YA. I’d have to try and write a little of it to find out, I guess.
Hi Anya
Some of the things I’m passionate about are: protecting the earth and it’s animals. So many people don’t realize how important every plant,animal,&body of water are to our ecosystems and a healthy future. I also feel passionate about reading and literacy. Books and the written word are vital to education and democracy, because without literacy many people lose their voice in society if they can’t understand what’s going on. This is why librarianship is my calling.
-Who was it that dared you to write an erotic romance?
-Did it surprise you when this is what lead to your career taking off?
-What was your favorite book when you were a kid? Do you read it to your kid(s) now?
thanks for chatting with us!
~Bella F.,US
+10 http://twitter.com/BellaFranco/status/24076959131
+10 http://twitter.com/BellaFranco/status/24077716688
+10 http://twitter.com/BellaFranco/status/24078276704
+5 Kendra Leigh Castle
Hi Bella —
1.) It was myself. The whole story is this: I joined a loop for writers where there was discrimination going on against the erotic authors. It made really angry, (and brought the subgenre to my attention). I’d never written anything hot before, so I decided to try my hand at it and “dared” myself to write the absolutely hottest thing I could. Turned out I wasn’t bad at it.
2.)I never saw myself as writer of erotic romance, (That’s not all I write. I write paranormal romance too, like Cruel Enchantment), but I’m happy it turned out the way it did.
3.) I love The Snowy Day and Teddy Bear’s Picnic when I was a small child. Yes, I read to my daughter every evening.
Beverly G USA
Anya!! I love your books im totally utterly hooked i cant wait to read ur new series!
What are some things you
Thank you so much, Beverly!
1.) Ha! Luckily, no.
2.) Sometimes, I dream, but I don’t have a list made or anything.
I don’t base my fictional characters on real life actors, ect. They’re all original creations from start to finish.
Some things I’m passionate about are: books and reading, my computer and the internet, amusement parks and roller coasters, my family, ice cream, cheese.
Barbara E., USA
+25 RSVP’d
+10 Question answered
+ 5 RSVP’d for Heather Kuehl’s event
+ 5 Attended/commented at Kendra Leigh Castle
Thanks for stopping by, Barbara!
Hi Anya I am passionate about my family, hockey, and reading…. I love all of the above plus watching my sons play their other sports as well. Somedays I combine all three… LOL
Do you have a fave sport to watch>?
+10 tweeted http://twitter.com/Hockeyvampiress/statuses/24079470479
+5 Kendra Leigh Castle
Honestly? I love hockey too. I’m originally from Minnesota, so it’s built-in or something.
I don’t have the chance to follow it much, though. Not where I live (middle of the U.S.) Not hockey here.
I RSVP’d 25
I tweeted 10
I’m passionate about joy. I seek joy on a daily basis. I allow joy to filter into my world in as many ways as possible. It’s hard sometimes to find joy but I do my best.
I really enjoyed the first in this series. I passed it along to a co-worker who scolded me (jokingly) for not warning her before she read it at work. Hee. 10
I bought the book via Amazon and sent my receipt to the Goddess.
125
Total 170
LOL. Thanks, Arwen.
Congrats on this newest release. Thanks for the excerpt. Can’t wait to read the book.
I’m passionate about my family, including the pets. And reading and crafting.
Which character is talking to you the loudest right now? Is that who you are writing about right now, or is that character trying to usurp your attention?
I’m in the US
I RSVP’d(25)
questions(30)
did Kendra Leigh Castle
Luckily, it’s the characters I’m writing right now who are demanding my attention. Much nicer when it works out that way.
Anya I’m passionate about my family, friends, and life in general. Without those things I would be completely lost. I do whatever I can to spend time with them and try new things whenever they appear.
Questions:
1. If you could have any career you wanted, other than an author, what would it be?
2. If you could dress up as anything you wanted on Halloween, what would it be?
3. If there was one event in your life you could go back in time and change, what would it be?
Tally:
+25 I RSVP’d
+10 Answered Anya’s questions
+30 Asked Anya questions
+5 Kendra Leigh Castle’s event
+5 RSVP’d for Heather Kuehl’s event
+5 Virginia Kantra’s event
+5 Cassandra Clare’s event
+5 Weekly Poll
+5 Screen Bites
+1
Total = 96 points
Oops! I forgot to state that I’m from the United States.
1.) I would have been a psychologist.
2.) Hmmmm…evil faery, perhaps. That’s costume with a lot of potential.
3.) I’ve thought about this a lot. I wouldn’t want to change anything because changing the past might change my present–and I like my life the way it is.
I would love to win this!
Thanks for stopping by, Denise!
Betty M Tennessee US
I’m passionate about God, the Trinity, my family, eating good, great books.
Thanks for stopping by, Betty!
Hi Anya. Thanks so much for joining us here at BBB!
I am passionate about my family, as well — especially my precious grandsons. I don’t think there can possibly be anything better than grandparenthood.
Also, I am passionate about books — especially the ones I enjoy personally. I am also pretty passionate about people treating one another decently, which these days can be problematic, unfortunately.
Anya, what kinds of things do you enjoy doing for relaxation?
(I did RSVP, USA)
I love to spend time with my daughter and husband, go to the movies, play in the backyard with my dog, take trips to the zoo or to go apple picking.
+10 daily tweet
http://twitter.com/monacpete/status/24122379621
Jennifer R. USA
+10 tweet http://twitter.com/redfuzzycow/status/24123997365
+1 tally points
—–
11 points
I’m passionate about writing, books, and my friends. Oh and my kitties. they can be evil, but I love them.
Question for you: Are you able to read while you’re working on a project? If so, do you avoid certain genres?
**
Questions +10
Tweet # 1 – http://twitter.com/tommygirl/status/24126129442 +10
Attended and commented at Kendra Leigh Castle
I read every day, but usually not romance. I don’t read romance because a.) I don’t want another author’s work to influence what I’m writing at that moment, and b.) I WRITE romance. To really feel like I’m escaping, I have to read other genres.
Mare S, USA
tweet # 2 – http://twitter.com/tommygirl/status/24134931166
Grand Total = 46
Mare S, USA
tweet # 3 – http://twitter.com/tommygirl/status/24246256658
Final Grand Total – 56
Wow! Another kindle up for grabs? I wish my blog could get in on this kind of great promotion sometime! I’m here from the BBB blog for bonus entries! For your mandatory to count: barb g. directorylanesuperstore(AT)gmail.com USA Indiana gal. Come visit, 25 + giveaways on my blog.
Thanks for stopping by, Barb!
Samantha H. USA
Thanks for stopping by, Samantha!
Kristi H. – USA
I loved the excerpt – will definitely be checking this one out!
I am passionate about my family – especially the kids – and my needlepoint – would love to open a needlepoint shop one day. +10
tweeted +10
Blog post +125 – http://booksandneedlepoint.blogspot.com/2010/09/win-kindle-at-bitten-by-books.html
Visited Kendra +5
weekly poll +5
Tally +1
Total = 156
Thanks, Kristi!
Hi there!!!
Do you find it helpful to plot out your story and characters before actually sitting down and writing?
+10 Asked question
+5 Attend and comment at Kendra Leigh Castle
Hi Michele — Yes. I always build my characters before I start writing, but I get to know them best *while* I’m writing them, so it’s a little bit of both.
Robin D. USA
Hi Anya,
I am passionate about my family, and people with good dental hygiene! (I’m a dental hygienist)
I enjoyed the excerpt from your book “Cruel Enchantment”. I can’t wait to read it!
Thanks, Robin.
Hi, I’m Jennelle S from the US
What are some things that you are passionate about? I am passionate about my family, my man, my cats and books.
+10 answering question
+125 made a post on my blog at http://www.readingisdreamy.blogspot.com
+10 tweeted about this as sablelexi
+5 did Kendra Leigh Castle
Thanks for stopping by, Jennelle!
Jennifer M.
United States.
Somethings that I’m most passionate about are reading, running, and astrology.
Question: Most books on Fae that I’ve read tend to all be very similar.Were you able to give your Fae a unique twist?
total = 21
Piefferburg and the Phaendir give this book a very unique twist. The Phaendir are a race of druids who are the enemy of the fae. Through a series of events centuries ago, they were able to imprison the fae in Piefferburg. The overarching story arc of this series deals with the fae trying to get free.
Can’t wait to read this one – I’d be happy with Prize 1 or 2
!
Great question Anya. I’m passionate about family, work (designer), cooking, and spirtuality.
What
1.) Tomato soup and a cheese sandwich.
2.) In bed or tucked into my easy chair.
3.) The Mists of Avalon, Marion Zimmer Bradley.
1. Weng-Him C. / USA
2. When did you decide that you wanted to be an author?
As a child, how were you as a writer?
Where do you get your inspirations from for your stories?
7. 32
I’ve wanted to be a writer since I was little kid.
Thanks for stopping by!
2) +10 I am passionate about my family and I am also passionate about books. Those two things are what makes me a very happy girl.
+10 Hey Anya What Are One Or Two Things We Wouldn
1.) Hmmm…I’m a cancer and I love artichokes.
2.) I wish I could pinpoint an exact thing or even that inspired this series, but I really can’t. It was an evolution, starting from the tiniest seed of an idea.
Kristen H.
USA
dragonzgoil at gmail dot com
+10 What are some things you
Thanks for stopping by, Kristen.
tweeted -
http://twitter.com/pams00/status/24152889700
Pam S
US
pams00 @ aol.com
Thanks for stopping by, Pam.
1. Heather M in the USA
2. I’m passionate about creating, about the people and pets I love, and about reading, of course
Questions for Anya:
Do you like your book covers? Do you feel they represent your books accurately? Are there things you would change if you could?
4. Blogged about it here with link: http://littlesqueed.blogspot.com/2010/09/bitten-by-books-kindle-giveaway.html
5. Tweeted! (my username is littlebearries)
7. 165 points!
I LOVE my book covers. The artist who creates them (Tony Mauro) is AMAZING.
Kat K.*******USA
Thanks for the groovy giveaway!
I am passionate about my family, my kitties and animal cruelty, the environment and cooking! +10
At what age did you know you were going to be a writer? +10
How do you come up with the names of your character? +10
Over or under??? lol +10
total +40
1.) Oh, since I was five.
2.) Sometimes they just come to me, sometimes they change a few times while I’m writing the character. I try to pick names that fit the character.
3.) Erm…over. :0)
I am probably most passionate about books/reading
RSVPd
RSVP for Heather Kuehl
Thanks for stopping by, Raelena!
I would have to say I am most passionate about victim’s rights. I started going back to school to do something with VR’s but then health problems happened and I couldn’t continue.
My question for Anya would be does Bitten by Books do any charity give aways, etc or do donations for victim’s or to help with crime prevention or whatever? I guess especially meaning anything with missing children, etc?
RSVP’D 25 entries
Answered Question and asked 20 total
Tweeted (user name littlequeenie29)10
Tally 1
Total entries 56
Vicki H USA
Vicki — I’m not sure if they do or not, to tell the truth. Hmm. Maybe someone else can answer this question.
I know it seems like an odd question but I love supporting companies that support these causes also. Is that stupid or what? Just curious and I love the books anyways so it won’t matter but just was curious.
That’s not stupid at all, Vicki. I think that’s great.
I am passionate about reading and about continuing to learn, however one may do it.
Answered +10
Tallied +1
Total +11
Jessica W. USA
Thanks for stopping by, Jessica!
Ooh this looks good. I am passionate about books, writing, and dog rescue.
The cover for this is amazing… How much input did you have? Do you think it represents the book well?
1. E. Briggs, USA, ebriggs23 at gmail.com
2. Questions +30
3. Attended Kendra Leigh Castle’s event +5, Attended Heather Kuel’s event +5, Weekly Book Chat +5, Weekly Poll +5, Screen Bites +5
4. Tally +1
Total = 51
Thanks, Elizabeth!
I did have a fair amount of input and, yes, I think it represents the book very well.
Thanks for the chance!
Mandatory (+1) Adriane C. – USA
Tweet! http://twitter.com/LAMusing/status/24172345093 (+10)
Attended and commented on Weekly Poll (+5)
Tally my points (+1)
total: 17
Thanks, Adriane!
Eugenie W., U.S.
I’m passionate about books, nature and photography.
+10 Q1. Do you have the whole plot in my mind before you start writing or does it change as you write?
+10 Q2. Do you write at a specific time of day or night?
+10 Q3. Do you listen to music while writing?
+10 Tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/24174643330
+1 Tally points
Total: 41
Thanks for stopping by, Eugenie.
neljo m. U.S.A.
I am a Passionate book lover!!! I have to have a book to read everyday!!
follow on twitter….@nelricky
tweet……http://twitter.com/nelricky/status/24182789366
acouponaddict@charter.net
Thanks, Neljo!
Hi,
apart from books, I’m very passionate when it comes arguing about science:)
Dovile P., Lithuania
___
+25 I RSVPed for this event
+10 commented on the poll and Screen Bites
+10 entered Kantra’s and Clare’s events
+5 RSVPed for Kuehl’s contest
+1 tallying
___
Total: 51
forgot to add 10 points for answering the question
So the total is 61.
Thanks for stopping by, Dovile!
Michael M., USA, michaellmartinjr[at]gmail[dot]com
I’m passionate about writing and learning new things.
Thanks for stopping by, Michael.
I’m passionate about writing and reading.
I’ve heard great things about this series. What made it stand out to you above other ideas and characters that made you say “I must write this”? (+10)
+5 entries for each of these you do.
+5 Attended Kendra Leigh Castle
I really wanted to write a series that had a little more meat, a little something more for readers to sink their teeth into. I was, and continue to be, particularly excited about this world.
It’s a rich and vibrant place.
+10 tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/24206873934
+1 Tally points
Total now: 52
+10 Tweet: http://twitter.com/OnceUponChapter/status/24209261443
+1 Tally Points
Total Entries: +11
Thanks!
Stephanie
stephanie@onceuponachapter.com
+10 daily tweet
http://twitter.com/monacpete/status/24210246544
shared via facebook
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001057504861&v=wall&story_fbid=146171015419878&ref=mf
Kelly L., USA
I am passionate about my husband, reading, cooking, and exercising.
Anya, I currently live in North Carolina and was wondering what part of North Carolina you were in to do your research?
Tally – 21
Hi Kelly — We spent time around the Raleigh area, then drove down to the coast. It’s lovely there. So many trees!
Jen L USA
I am very passionate about my family as well as I my job. I work with kids with emotional and behavioral disorders in a private boarding school. The students are difficult but have so many amazing qualities, you just have to help them realize it. I am also very passionate about books!
1. If you could visit anywhere in the world where would it be and why?
2. What is your favorite kind of food?
3. If you could have dinner with anyone dead or alive who would it be and why?
41 points
1.) I would love to visit Wales. I have always felt especially drawn to that area of the world and I’ve never had a chance to go there.
2.) I love savory dishes, Thai food, things a bit on the exotic side.
3.) My grandpa.
I’d give anything to have dinner with him. He passed away a few years ago.
Kimberly K.
USA
Hi Anya! I’m passonate about living life outdoors, reading as much as possible, riding my motorcycles, and my dog! of course, not in any particular order! +10
My questions for you….What book have you re-read the most and why?
2nd Question…. What character do you identify with the most – either from your writing or other authors? +20
posted on my blog… http://throughmyeyes-alysl.blogspot.com/2010/09/anya-bast-blog.html +125
tweeted http://twitter.com/search?q=%23BBBCruelEnchantment +10
calc points +1
Total points +166
Sharon G US
Tweeted and following you.
+10
1. I am Pamk from Usa and I rsvped so here I am. +25
2. What are some things you
+10 “What are some things you
Dana S, US
Total of 251
danasandstrom@sbcglobal.net
+1 Main Entry
+125 http://coffeecrazybookgirlie.blogspot.com/
+10 exact phrase twittered
+50 RSVP for Catherine Bybee’s event
+50 RSVP for Jory Strong’s event
+5 attend/comment at Weekly Book Chat
+5 attend/comment at Weekly Poll
+5 attend/comment at Screen Bites
Daily tweet – http://twitter.com/kherbrand/statuses/24247454468
total 166
Kristi H. USA
Tweeted 1st today
http://twitter.com/phantom000/status/24254960270
+10
Thanks for sharing Anya. I loved your other series and looking forward to these too.
Some of the things I am passionate about are my family, friends, my cats and of course books. Nothing too unique I am sure.
Contest stuff:
+10 answered question
+10 tweet – http://twitter.com/DonnaS1/statuses/24259201371
+125 post – http://donnasbloghome.blogspot.com/2010/09/bbb-release-party-and-contest-with-anya.html
+5 voted and commented on weekly poll
+1 total – 151
Thanks!
Donna S
USA
+10 9/12 tweet – http://twitter.com/DonnaS1/status/24349075165
new total – 161
+10 9/13 tweet – http://twitter.com/DonnaS1/statuses/24441258876
new total – 171
+10 i’m passionate about reading and writing.
questions for anya
+10 1. What was your first memory that is writing related?
+10 2. Do you remember the book that first made you want to become an author?
+10 3. If you were to write yourself in as a character of a book, what would the premise be?
+25 I rsvped
+5 comment at Kendra Leigh Castle
Hello! Thanks for the chance to win. Scoot N, USA. I am passionate about family and my hobbies!
+10 question answer
+50 tweet: https://twitter.com/seescootread/status/24282917014
+50 RSVP for Catherine Bybee
Just realized I didn’t put my email in the post above… just in case you need it. seescootread[at]gmail[dot]com.
Thanks!
Tweeted #2 http://twitter.com/phantom000/status/24295239963
+10
Janet C
USA
I am passionate about similar things: family, writing, environment, as well as books, music, friends and PEACE!
Janet C USA
+10 tweeted: http://twitter.com/janflora/status/24302321603
Mona P
USA
+10 daily tweet
http://twitter.com/monacpete/status/24305373366
Sandra O, USA
I am passionate about animal rescue – its how I spend my spare time
+10 question answer
+50 tweet: http://twitter.com/SydneyHeart/status/24310135284
+50 RSVP for Catherine Bybee
Emily D., US
Thanks for the contest!
+50 Catherine Bybee
+50 Jory Strong
+5 weekly book chat
+5 weekly pool
+5 screen bites
Total +1 = 116
I am Lisa G. from the Home of the Pony Express and Stetson Hat Co, USA!
I am passionate for animal welfare and conservation! Oh, and books, of course!
Where did you go to high school and college?
Are you more passionate for the same things now that your were back in high school when we all thought we had the bull by the horns?
+30 for questions
+50 RSVP for Catherine Bybee
Hi Lisa — I went to a high school in Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis.
Well, I NEVER thought I had the bulls by the horns in H.S. That was not a good time for me. I was as passionate about writing then as I am now, though.
Janet C
USA
RSVP’d for Catherine Bybee +50
And Jory Strong’s event +50
Janet C
USA
+5 commented at Screen Bites
Katie E., USA
I’m passionate about my kids! +10
Kimberly K.
USA
+!
Tally:
Entry: Kimberly K. USA + 1
Tweets:
http://twitter.com/phantom000/status/24347715445 +10
http://twitter.com/phantom000/status/24295239963 +10
http://twitter.com/phantom000/status/24254960270 +10
Attend and comment at the Weekly Book Chat + 5
Attend and comment at the Weekly Poll + 5
Attend and comment at Screen Bites + 5
Tally points + 1
Total So Far: 47
Daily tweet – http://twitter.com/kherbrand/statuses/24401365759
Total 176
Kristi H. USA
I attended Catherine’s event +50
Attended Jory’s event +50
Weekly poll +5
Fang column +5
New total = 286
Kristi H. – USA
kherbrand at comcast dot net
Sarah L., USA
I’m passionate about singing and swimming
Thanks for the contest.
Sarah L., USA
http://twitter.com/slehan/status/24415781398
Janet C
USA
+5 Attended and commented at OFF THE FANG
+10 Tweeted today! http://twitter.com/janflora/status/24416372851
Thanks so much for the second book! I can’t wait to pass on the great news to my friends, they’ll be ecstatic! I really love the interaction in the Dark Magick series and I’m hoping it’ll be one you can keep going for a while.
I’m passionate about my reading, knitting, crafts and cooking. I love eating and sharing great foods and trying to live my life without too many regrets. I’ve been trying to push myself to go outside of my usual life to try new things that I was scared of when I was younger as I feel I’m more settled into my own skin now that I’m a bit older and more opinionated, lol.
Now, a question for you: What music would you say goes best with this book/series? I’ve read some books that are smoky and seductive but the music that I think goes best is one that’s so much smoother, so I’d love to hear your response. Do you listen to anything when you’re writing or is it normally silent/quiet?
Thanks!!
Biki P., USA
+10
Blogged: http://biki209.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!88898F4A49C6F88D!427.entry +125
Catherine Bybee
Hi Biki — I shall direct you to my playlist for the Dark Magick series.
http://www.anyabast.com/2010/01/07/music-im-listening-to-as-i-write-the-dark-magick-series/
Oh I’m so sorry I didn’t look on your site first… I usually just look at the blog and booklist
Thanks!!
Oh, you never would have found it.
It was buried deep in the archives of my blog. Have a great day!
Janet C
USA
+5 Weekly poll
+5 Screen Bites
Melanie M., US – mel2266@gmail.com – http://www.goinggreenwithnoah.com
+10 I am passionate about my faith, my husband and son, my animals, my blog, my mommies group and going green while teaching others about it as well!
+125 Shared on blog – http://jonathanandmelanie.blogspot.com/2010/09/kindle-not-same-but-still-great.html
+30 Tweeted 3 x
* http://twitter.com/GoingGreenwNoah/status/24418813448
* http://twitter.com/GoingGreenwNoah/status/24418950737
* http://twitter.com/GoingGreenwNoah/status/24418987623
+ 1 SELF TALLY – 165 Points
Denise T. USA
Weekly Poll – done
Screen Bites – done
Jory Strong – done
Off the Fang Column -done
Weekly Book Chat done
I’m passionate about my family and reading!
denisetobar at yahoo dot com
Hi Anya,
I’m passionate about my family (that can be good and bad) and my pets, who are part of our family, the environment, and nascar–gotta have a wild vice.
If you could go back in time and erase one person or event in order to change history, who or what would it be?
+10 Answered Question
+10 Asked Question
+50 Jory Strong
+1 Add it Up
total 71
Janet H
USA
Hitler jumps to mind immediately, but there’s more than option for sure.
What are some things you
A place….not so much, really. Not one specific one, anyway. I live in my head/imagination a lot. I have modeled buildings in my books after churches I’ve seen in Europe, however. Things like that.
Tweeted +10 entries
http://twitter.com/Skaketgirl/status/24433094070
[mandatory entry at #142]
Answer question +10
tweeted +10
tally +1
total so far: 21 points
I’m passionate about life, my family, and my friends. Cruel Enchantment sounds great! How do you choose your character’s names? If you could travel in time, what year would you go back to and why?
http://www.facebook.com/amysmith98
http://twitter.com/amysmith98
http://amysmith98.blogspot.com/2010/09/kindle-contest.html
I try to fit the names with the “character” of the character.
Hmmm…despite what must be a horrid smell, I’d love to travel back to the Middle Ages for a while.
Hi Anya!
Wonderful questions: I am passionate about similar things: family, books – ebooks and print (reading), being respectful of and to others and lastly trying to reduce my carbon footprint. Hand in hand with the last two is teaching my nieces and nephews to do the same (I don’t have children myself).
I ask similar questions about motivations for your stories, where do you get yours – from real life situations, things you see, read or envision?
Are the places/cities you create based on real locations, or ones you make up from imagination?
How do you keep track of your characters and worlds and not get everything confused from book to book in the series?
Okay, I hope I have the points added up as I should…
10 pts – passion question
30 pts – 3 questions
50 pts – Jory Strong contest attendance
1 pt – tally
________
91 pts
MickeyM
USA
Mona P
USA
+10 daily tweet
http://twitter.com/monacpete/status/24447923969
Tweeted:
http://twitter.com/Skaketgirl/status/24470508001
new total 31 points
Tweeted:
http://twitter.com/Skaketgirl/status/24483720610
new total 41 points
Ordered 5 items from Amazon.com through your link. 9/14/10
+500 points
new total 541 points
Tweeted again!
http://twitter.com/janflora/status/24499831612
Janet C
I’m passionate about my kids, making sure they grow up in a loving, safe environment full of laughter. I’m also passionate about my relationship with my husband– to not just have us be “mom and dad” but also partners and keeping it steamy:) After 21 years of marriage and 3 kids (17, 16 and 10) we still laugh together and love having alone time:)
When you first started writing steamy scenes was it easy for you, or did you have to work through it and find the right way that would work for you and the characters?
Contest:
Brenda H. USA
+10 Answered question
+10 Asked Question
+5 Attend and comment at the Weekly Book Chat
+5 Attend and comment at the Weekly Poll
+5 Attend and comment at Screen Bites
+5 Attend and comment at Off the Fang
+1 Tally
Total: 41
Hi Brenda — It was hard! I had to dare myself to write as hot as I could, telling myself it was just a one time thing…of course it wasn’t.
Mona P
USA
+10 tweet
http://twitter.com/monacpete/status/24537124173
Karine T. US – sahmofdq@gmail.com
Tweeted +10 – http://twitter.com/SAHMofDQ/status/24548801250
Anya’s question +10 – I am passionate about my family, my beliefs, my decisions and the way we live our life as a family.
Total +1 for tallying – 22 points
I am without a doubt passionate about my family, friends and my pets.
+10
+1
=11 points
Wenj R
USA
Julia G in Canada.
Tweet http://twitter.com/nugglemama1/statuses/24575845350
1+10=11
I am passionate about family. I think it’s so important to spend time and really get to know your family and keep the bonds strong.
11+10 +1 (tally)= 22
Hope I did this right. I would love to win this for my DH for Christmas!
Jennifer R. US
Claire H – USA
I am passionate about books, my friends and family. My best friend is an amazing children’s photographer and I am passionate about her work( I love it everything she does is so beautiful!)and helping her succeed in her business!
Miranda G.
US
+10 I am passionate about my family, pets and my books.
+5 Attend and comment at the weekly poll.
+5 Attend and comment at the Weekly book chat.
+5 Attend and comment at Off the Fang.
+1 Tally
26 total
Andrea I
USA
I ordered 2 more items from Amazon through your link. +200
new total: 741 points
USA!!!
Thanks for the awesome contest!
Today’s tweet :http://twitter.com/janflora/status/24619505803
Janet C
USA
Question for Anya:
What’s your process, do you have a plot and you write around it OR do you have an outline and you write as you go along?
1. Summer G.
USA
2. I’m passionate about making a difference, that’s why I joined the USMC.
9. 10 + 10 + 1 = 21
+10 daily tweet
http://twitter.com/monacpete/status/24627885015
Saba M.(USA)
vokalchick@gmail.com!
Nikki B nickieisis3@gmail.com (USA)
Liam B. USA
ssjliam1(at)gmail(dot).com
passionate about my family
ssjliam1(at)gmail(dot).com
passionate about my boys
nickieisis3@gmail.com
Passionate about family 10
Do you have a favorite book anya? 10
tally 1
21 pts
I have too many fav books to name.
Passionate about family and community 10pts
When you write the hot and heavy scences does it just flow? 10pt
tally 1pt
ssjliam1(at)gmail(dot).com
Sex scenes are just like any other scene for me now–just like a battle scene, for example. Sometimes they flow and sometimes they don’t.
Mona P
USA
+10 daily tweet
Just wanted to stop by and thank you for the get away I get when I read your books.
Have a great day!
Thanks, Helen!
I forgot to put in my USA!!!!
Hi Anya! Passion is a fantastic word, I try to live my life by it, because life doesn’t mean much if we don’t live it to the fullest and in my opinion that means doing things all the way: enjoying food, friends, hobbies. I’m passionate about reading, justice, about loyalty, my sisters and my family, about fair treatment, gender equality, respect of women and also about being green!
+10 points: tweeted here: http://twitter.com/Stella_ExLibris/status/24701711622
+10 points: tweeted here: http://twitter.com/Stella_ExLibris/status/24701890582
+10 points: tweeted here: http://twitter.com/Stella_ExLibris/status/24701922916
+10 points: If your house was on fire and you could only save one DVD/book what film/series or novel would it be?
+10 points: Do you have a name in your mind that you just can’t wait to use for a character? And if yes, can you tell us what it is and how you decided you wanted to name a character like that?
+10 points: I love the name Aeric and Emmaline, how do you choose the names for your characters? DO you research their meanings/origins? (Sorry for my obsession with names, but I love researching the origin and meaning of names as I think it really adds something to the person&the name.)
+25 points: RSVPd for author Catherine Bybee
I wouldn’t go for the DVDs/books, ect…I’d go for the cats.
If they were safe, I’d nab Firefly.
It takes me a while to select names for my characters because I want to get them right (for the character). Sometimes they change a few times while I’m writing. I really don’t have any special names I’m keeping in reserve, though.
1. Elaine R, USA
2. I am passionate about reading. I LOVE to read. As a kid/teen I would sit in my room and read the day away. Both my girls have my passion.
Question: Because you are an author, when you read others books do you find yourself critiquing it or thinking of ways you would have changed it?
5. Twitter this phrase exactly: PzRT: @anyabast Release Party/Chat/Contest LIVE NOW – done drkcherry
6. Attend and comment at Catherine Bybee
1.Lauren F 1
2.I’m passionate about my kids and my family. 10pts
3. tweeted http://www.twitter.com/lauren_fraser 10pts
3. posted on off the fang 5pts
Total 26 points
Mona P
USA
+10 daily tweet
http://twitter.com/monacpete/status/24773836669
Tonya C.
USA
I am passionate about my writing, my animals, my family, reading, photography.
Where do you draw your inspiration from?
Lindsey L USA
I am passionate about my family and helping them thrive. I also feel passionate about reading and it fills my tank so I can be patient and loving with the world.
What subject have you thought about writing about but have not done so?
RSVP +25
Participated in the book poll +5
Answered +10
Asked +10
Totalled Points +1
All equals 51 (if I got all the info correct)
I would like do a very dark post-apocalyptic story, but I haven’t had the opportunity yet.
Marysa Nicholson
New York, USA
marysa at marysa dot com
I am passionate about being a mom to my two wonderful girls.. my family is so important to me! I am always striving to be better at everything I do. I have recently started being as “green” and healthy as possible to make my family as healthy as possible, as part of my “passion”
Jessica S. from the USA
Nice excerpt. I haven’t read this series yet, but have had it on my “back burner” list. Once my TBR pile dwindles down, I’ll be heading to the store!!
Anya what was your road to publication like? +10
Weekly book chat +5
Weekly poll +5
Off the Fang +5
Screen Bites +5
Total +1
31
It was long. I wrote my first book at 21, but it took me about ten years from that point to break into publishing. I did that with my second novel.
Alisha S. (Austria)
schalazeal[at]gmail[dot]com
Entry 1
WBC 5
Poll 5
Off the Fang 5
J. Strong 50
Total: 66
Cheers!
Connie B. USA
Anya, I’m very passionate about my family, about the importance of the job I love to do, about my freedom, and about my country.
Janet C
USA
Total:
+30 Tweets
+10 Question
+50 Bybee evnt
+50 Jory’s event
+5 Screen Bites
+5 Off the Fang
+5 Weekly Poll 1
+5 Weekly Poll 2
+1 Add it Up
161 entries
Thanks!
Stephanie C USA
I am passionate about my family and my cooking/baking. (10)
Tweeted (10)
Totaled (1)
22