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Two Heroes for the Price of One!
I’ve been asked many times why I decided to write an urban fantasy series. (Not that I’ve stopped writing my paranormal romance series The Nightcreature Novels! I just began writing a new book for that series this week!)
I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s my Angel/Spike, Jean-Claude/Richard, Edward/Jacob fascination. What is it about two hot supernatural males vying for the heroine that intrigues me? I’m not quite sure, but I keep exploring it book after book and loving it.
In my urban fantasy series, The Phoenix Chronicles, the heroine Liz Phoenix is torn between two men–Jimmy Sanducci, her first love, who just happens to be a dhampir (half-vampire, half-human) and Sawyer, the Navajo shapeshifting shaman who is her mentor. Book by book we discover parts of each man’s past, hidden secrets, insights into their character right along with Liz.
In Book #1, Any Given Doomsday
In Book #2, Doomsday Can Wait
In Book #3, Apocalypse Happens
Liz never knew her mother, but she’s about to. And she is one nasty bi&%$!
Do you enjoy books, movies, TV shows with more than one hero? What do you think is the appeal? Which is your favorite hero duo?
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She will be giving away an amazing turquoise necklace and a complete set of her Nightcreature series
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Books in the Phoenix Chronicles in the order they should be read:
Any Given Doomsday
Doomsday Can Wait
Apocalypse Happens
Chaos Bites
Books in the Nightcreature series in the order they should be read:
Blue Moon
Hunter’s Moon
Dark Moon
Crescent Moon
Midnight Moon
Rising Moon
Hidden Moon
Thunder Moon
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Hi Lori! This is Carol, your moderator.
It’s great to ahve you with us again.
I do enjoy the two heroes approach, as long as they both have redeeming qualities, but I don’t always care for the literal triangles in the relationships themselves.
It is hard to surpass Spike/Angel, if you ask me.
Hi Lori!!! I love love love your books! I got hooked on your Moon series after my daughter picked Blue Moon up for me at a library book sale. After that I had to read them all. I should have read slower though, so awful when I finished the last one.
I am now hooked on your new series. I love the characters and as always, your writting draws me in & doesn’t let go until I turn the last page. I am picking up your latest tonight after work.
Will there be any more in the moon series?
OH, I RSVP’D YESTERDAY….:)
Hi Lori!
I haven’t read your books yet but I’m very interested in them. Both series sounds really really good! My question is what is the hardest part about being a writer? What’s the most rewarding part?
Thanks and I’m definitely going to order the first book in each both series today! I’m excited!:o)
Steph M
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My question is what is your favorite part of writing a book?
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I also voted, and am going over right now to Halloween Hangover…
Hi Lori. I have several of your books in my ever growing TBR pile. What spurred you to write the new series.
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Hi Lori! I haven’t had read any of your books yet but I am very interested in them. Both series sounds really really good! My question: What is the hardest part about being a writer? What is the most rewarding part? Thanks! I am definitely going to buy the first book from both series today. I’m excited!:o)
Steph M
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Sorry my computer froze and i guess posted twice!!!!!
I haven’t read any of your books yet..but the Phoenix Chronicles sounds really great.
Who are your favorite urban fantasy/paranormal authors?
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Hi Lori!!! I agree that nothing beats a good love triangle. For me, you are so interested in who will win, and hoping your choice is the favorite. I have to go JC and Spike. I use to love Angel, but Spike is much more fun.
Anyway, how did you find yourself in the realm of UF/paranormal romance?
HI Lori!
2. Did you find it hard switching gears from paranormal to UF?
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I do enjoy TV shows, etc. with more than one hero; my favorite is the Angel/Spike pairing (of which I like Spike best).
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I’m really excited that your going to be doing more Nightcreature novels and excited about Apocolypse Happens. My question about the Pheonix Chronicles has to do with the additional powers that Liz is picking up. Will she be doing more of her dream travelling? Will all of the powers that she is picking up be permanent?
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Hi Lori!
I have all your books in the Night Creatures series, and I love them. Blue Moon is one of my favs, I guess because its the first book of yours that I read. Now I’m hooked. I haven’t read your Pheonix Cronicles yet, but they are on my TBR list. I wish you much continued success, and please keep on writing, because I’m going to keep on reading.
Happy Reading
Tawania E.
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2. How many books in total will there be in the Phoenix Chronicles? I definitely enjoy it when there is more than one hero. It adds an interesting twist to a storyline.
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I commented on the BBB link under chats, don’t know where the haydiddle I am anymore! I just found this site two days ago!
I LOVE your new series Lori. I really like the two yummy “men” that make up Liz’ interests, wanted or not. It comes together for me very well. I’m partial to Sawyer myself. I think Liz & Jimmy have to much history. But, I wouldn’t cry if they ended up for keeps.
I am liking the Edward/Jacob struggle. Vampire & Werewolf…
Moning has a similar thing going on that is great. In her Fever series, Barrons & geesh, the Fey hottie. Cannot remember his name…
I do agree with Carol, they can be baddies, but they need to have redeeming qualities, or it’s great sex…but no contest.
I think you are fantastic Lori & love all of your books. Will you have any more in the Moon series??.. Tina Marie Spicer
Hi Lori!! Ok, so I know you probably get asked thsi all the time, but do you find one of your series easier to write? and if so which- Nighcreatures or Phoenix Chronicles? I think I am already freinds with you everywhere I can possibly be and I didi RSVP for this. Thanks for granting us this interview! Lisa
The book looks awesome, I always love the covers! Hope you have an awesome week!
#5 done
Oh! Rsvp’d, facebook & will try to sneak in some more..(im at work!) xo’s
Ohh, I can’t wait to read these, I love darn near everything that you’ve written, Lori, thanks for giving up many worlds and times to play in a gorgeous guys to play with!
Hi Lori, I really like your Nightcreature Novels but I’m sorry to say that I haven’t read them all yet i have this bad habbit of reading books in order and if I don’t have the next book in a series I go on to a new book and by the time I have the next novel for the previous series I forget everythimg I read. So I have to start the series over again.
Haven’t read the Phoenix chronicles yet but I have an autographed copy of the first one so I’ll try and start this series soon.
Keep up the great work!
Do you have a soundtrack for your books? Does music inspire you?
I RSVP’d, subscribe to BBB, and voted in poll of the week
Hi, Carol!! Hope you had a good time at DragonCon this year.
There will be more books in the Nightcreature series, TMarie. I just sold two more. The first MARKED BY THE MOON will be out in Nov. 2010.
Let’s see, Steph. The hardest part of being a writer is that the book is ALWAYS there. Because I work at home it’s hard to distance myself.
And the best part of being a writer is the readers. I love talking to them in forums like this. It’s so exciting for us cave dwellers who rarely get out in the light. LOL!
2. How many books in total will there be in the Phoenix Chronicles?
I definitely enjoy when there are two heroes. It leads to some interesting storylines.
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Lori, I am a huge fan of the “Nightcreature” series and am really excited to hear that you are going to continue it in the future. The Phoenix Chronicles are also coming along nicely and tomorrow of course #3 is released with “Apocalypse Happens” and thank you for the ARC that I won on Writers Space couple days back, looking for it in the mail with lots of anticipation.
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Jackie B. in Central Texas
My favorite part of a book is both the end and the beginning, Alicia. I enjoy starting with new people and new places. But I also get a real rush when I type “the end” and know I’ve managed to fill 400 pages at least one more time.
Medieval-I’ve always love urban fantasy and really wanted to try my hand. I was doing research for another book a while back and came upon the tale of the fallen angels and thought it would be a great background for a series.
Elaine-My favorite paranormal/uf authors are Laurell K Hamilton, Patricia Briggs and Rachel Caine
My favorite hero duo would have to be Spike and Angel. I just got out the DVDs for Buffy Season 6 this weekend. It’s a Spike Fest!
Do you have a strict writing schedule each day? Or does it change?
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Hi Lori!
I’ve been a fan of your Night Creature series since finding them at a library book sale, now I watch for each new release and preorder it. Then I found the Federation series and I’ll be honest I wanted more Night Creature and didn’t want to like the series but darn it I found myself waiting impatiently for each new installment!
Heather-I’ve always been fascinated with spooky stuff. My mom says it’s because my dad used to let me watch Twilight Zone when I was 2!
Hi, Michele–It wasn’t hard to switch gears for me. I guess I was lucky. The two series are very different in their set up so I was able to move between them fairly easily.
Maria–Liz does do more dreamwalking in successive books. So far her powers are permanent, but you never know what may come up in the future!
Hi, Lisa–so far I haven’t found a favorite between either series. I love them both. I’ll also be branching out in June with a book called Shakespeare Undead–How did Shakespeare write all those plays? Considering he’s a vampire he had plenty of time!
I don’t have a soundtrack, Rachel. I need complete quiet to work. I’ve always wished I could listen to music and write but I just can’t.
I write 5 days a week, Moonsanity, from about 8-3. Then, if I’m behind, I will write during the morning on the weekends.
I have to say that I love having two heroes! I really loved the Spike/Angel thing on Buffy and Angel. I like books were there are two guys to pick from. It seems real to me as that has happened in my own life. We always want to see who is picked and if we would have picked the same person.
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Hi Lori,
If you could trade places with anyone, who would it be and why?
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Lori, I LOVE anything that has more than one hero. I love it even more when I’m torn between which I love most. The appeal? They’re something I probably won’t have the opportunity to come across in reality ;o) I don’t know who my favorite duo is… gosh, Eric/Bill?
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Multiple heros give you the chance to deal with their interpersonal relationships as well as the actual problem at hand. Actually my favorite multiple hero ongoing relationships are found in the NCIS television series. The mysteries they solve are interesting, but it is the ongoing personal interactions that keep me coming back week after week. It is also what gets me following book series to see how they develop, like in Kelley Armstrong’s Otherworld series. Watching the characters develop their relationships is what has me waiting “with bated breath” for the next installment.
I did RSVP
Lori,
I’m with you on the whole two-hot-guys-competing-for-the-heroine sort of storyline. Something about which will be chosen always peeks my interests. I haven’t had the opportunity to read any of your books yet, but they are in my TBR pile.
5 and 7, Done!
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My question is…Did the books you read as a child affect your writing style? What was your favorite book from when you were little?
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Hi Lisa, what is your daily schedule for writing?
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Lori - I have read most of the Night Creature novels. And have started getting the Doomsday books, they look great.
I am in a book club called Blood Lust at a bookstore called Sherlocks in Lebanon, TN (about 30 miles east of Nashville). We try to get the authors of the books we read to come in for a signing. It would be great to have you come.
Glad to see you are writing more Night Creature novels, have to get busy and read the 2 I have not read yet.
Thanks for writing the books you do.
Sandy Jones
Hi Lori
You said you stopped writting paranormal romance and started writting urban fantasy do you think you will go back to writting paranomal romances once in a while? I love your paranormal romances, I’m sure the urban fatasy’s are great too and I will find out as soon as I can get your books.
I know I sent an RSVP, I’ve subscribed to bitten by books, and have joined the blood bank. I’m not sure if I’ve added you to my facebook but will check tonight at work where I have access. I’ve also voted and left a comment.
Voted in the poll and entered the contest. Already friends of BBB.
I’ve read Any Given Doomsday and am looking around for Doomsday can wait. Suspect will have to order online.
If you had the chance to get three wish’s from a genie what would they be and why?
Had forgotten about the Eric/Bill/Sookie triangle. I’m starting to love Eric.
My favorite book as a child, Patti, was Little House on the Prairie. I did start out writing westerns.
Hi, Bea–I write daily from about 8-3. Stop for lunch and a job half way through. That usually wakes me up and gets me going again.
If I get down in your direction I’d love to do a signing, Sandy.
I’m writing paranormal romance right now, Belinda. The next Nightcreature Novel is titled MARKED BY THE MOON and will be out next November.
Let’s see three wishes . . . That’s tough.
1. Health and happiness for my family
2.Book contracts for me until the day I pass on.
3. A spot on the NY Times for every book I write from now on.
I cannot really say I have any questions. Comments I am full of. (That is what people mean when they say I am full of it, right?)
Seriously both series look right up my alley and I like not running out of books to read for a while. I sense some shifters in my future.
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Hi Lori!
We have chatted a few times on FB through status comments and you have always been kind and put a smile on my face just by answering! It’s always nice to know that you take time out of your busy schedule to answer your fans! I am a huge Night Creature fan! My favorite is Rising Moon, I just love Anne and John and of course the fact that it’s based in the heart of New Orleans makes it just perfect. I have not been myself, but someday hope to make the trip when my boys are older! I’m so excited for the new release in 2010…but that is just so VERY FAR AWAY! How will I ever survive!?! As soon as I get Apocolypse Happens on Thursday (pay day for me - hehe!) I am going to start the Phoenix Chronicles! I guess I don’t really have a question, I just love your writing and you answered my Night Creature question already HAHA! I look forward to many more adventures with you! Thank you for being here!
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Amy S.
Hi, Lori! I just got started on your Nightcreature series. Blue Moon was fantastic! I loved Jessie’s character - smart, strong & sassy. And, of course I loved Will. What a man!! I don’t want to give away spoilers, so I will just say that your werewolves’ history (their original creation), is so interesting, unique and tragic. I am looking forward to reading more, including The Phoenix Chronicles. Congratulations on your new release!
Diana Owen-Emerson
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Thank you!!
Hi Amy!!!
RM is one of my faves too. I gotta get back NO soon. I’m having withdrawals.
Hi Lori! I have all the Moon books, and the Phoenix books as well. I love these worlds you have created. I was delighted to hear that Edward and co. are making at least a couple more appearances. Which is harder for you to write-Edwaed and co. in contemporary times or Phoenix in a slightly altered world? I love them both.
I RSVP’d for this, I am a long time BBB subsriber, emailed the link to friends and Voted.
Hi Lori,
I just wanted to let you know that I am a big fan. I have read all of your books so far and can’t wait till Apacalypse Happens to come out. I wanted to tahnk you for giving me such a good read and for giving me something to look forward to while waiting for the next one to comeout. Even though I am not themost patient person.
I RSVP’d, I am following on both Twitter pages for Lori,I am also following BBBon twitter,(MB3512) I voted in the poll. I also became a fan and joined the site.
MAry W
2. How many books in total will there be for the Phoenix Chronicles series?
RSVP’d
4. Friends:
https://twitter.com/The_Federation (@throuthehaze)
https://twitter.com/Nightcreatures (@throuthehaze)
5. Voted and entered the Halloween Hangover Contest
7. friends with Bitten by Books here:
Subscriber
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Good Reads: Raelena
Myspace: Raelena Pavey
Facebook:Rae Pavey
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blogroll: http://throuthehaze-reads.blogspot.com/
2. Hi Lori, I RSVPed. =) I think everyone loves a struggle to chose the right love. I am excited to pick up your novels. Just for fun, are you a team Edward or team Jacob member? Serious Q: what is your favorite thing about the urban fantasy genre?
3. http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1275523910&ref=profile
5 & 7: Done =)
Well now I am doomed. Since moving into the condo I have to limit books due to space. The two loopholes I have are signed books and local authors…
After having the friend request approved I saw a comment about the Packers/Vikings game and saw you are from Milwaukee, thus making you a local author. Just so you know, when my wife gives me “that look” I am totally blaming you, Lori.
I enjoy both series, Nancy. My only trouble is sometimes keeping the werewolf rules all straight between worlds!
I’m team Edward, Mindy. I even bought a shirt. :)) I think in UF what I enjoy most is the feeling that everyone is right on the edge and can slip any time into evil or total disaster. It’s hard to know who to trust in UF because everyone is walking that line.
Sorry, Joe!! LOL!!
Thanks for answering Lori! I am soooo happy we get to enjoy more of your nightcreatures awesome books!!!! I have a question…
What is your favorite book out of your Moon series?
OOPss and I just realized I forgot to say I was RSVPing and that I joined the newsletter as well, lol.
There are as many rules for Weres as there are worlds. I think that’s what makes each unique and always a pleasure to read.
Lil
Hi Lori!
Thanks for sharing with us!
To answer your question, I LOVE movies/shows/books with multiple heroes! I loved Prison Break (before the disaster that was season 4) for Michael and Linc! I think having more than one hero appeals because the characters can balance each other out. To overload on Prison Break references, Michael and Linc were a great team because Michael was so smart and rational, while Linc was tough and spontaneous. I love Michael so much, but sometimes I wanted him to just snap and punch someone in the face–luckily, Linc was usually there to do it.
My question for you is why do think vampires, werewolves, etc. are so appealing? Because, when you think about it, they could pretty much suck your blood or tear you into tiny pieces really easily. Or do you think the danger is part of the appeal?
4. Friend requested Lori on Facebook!
5. Voted and participated in the Halloween Hangover contest!
7. I’m a subscriber and I’m friends with BBB on Facebook and The Blood Bank. My page is:
http://bittenbybooks.ning.com/profile/Jillian.
Thank you!
Fond greetings and welcome to Bittenbybooks! Just gotta say, that I absolutely LOVE your Moon series. I have the first three signed (won it a long while ago; I think AuthorIsland) but I have the rest in the series. I love how you ventured to Native American, to Voodoo, and then to Romanian (Gypsy) lore. Especially love your tough-as-nails, independent type heroines! Jessie and Grace are my favorite heroines of yours. You are an autobuy for me.
Friend has the second book in your Doomsday for me which she hasn’t sent down yet. I even have an old title of yours: Full Moon Dreams.
I’ve been curious about one thing. Why did you choose to call the ops Jager-sucher. Why Germany? And do you speak it or had to research for it? Hehe, I took two years in german but had no clue what it meant.
RSVP
Voted in the poll
Entered the Halloween Hangover Contest
Followed The_Federation (RaonaidLuckwell)
Followed her on Nightcreatures (RaonaidLuckwell)
Twittered about it on twitter
Posted on the chat-contest on facebook (rachel flesher)
Already following her on facebook because she’s soo awesome
BBB is the top link on my blogspot.com’s link section (visionarydruid.blogspot.com)
Posted about it on my blogspot
Just posted the chat-contest on myspace’s blog and bullentin (www.myspace.com/visionarydruid)
Just posted the chat-contest on livejournal (morriga.livejournal.com)
Posted about the chat/contest on these yahoo groups
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/We_Love_Lisa_Kleypas/message/1371
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JohannaLindsey/message/38041
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/book_worms_r_us/message/18354
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JohannaLindseyDiscussionGroup/message/44509
Lori HandelandFriend request sent. I RSVPed but first of all I love your books!! It’s been said by many but I just had to say it also! I’m a sucker for the two love intrests, did you have that problem in your own life? I voted and as you see I sent a request to be friends on Facebook.
Hello Lori, Which of your books was the hardest to write? Which book was your favorite to write?
RSVPed
Posted here http://marvelousbookpage.blogspot.com/ and BBB is permanently posted.
Facebooked
5. voted in both
I’m a Bitten by Books Subscriber
Hi Lori
Thank you for being with us today.
Which was the hardest book for you to write & why?
RP, C&C RSVP # 20
Twittered chat here http://twitter.com/samk52/status/5371166604
RSVP #12 for Diana Pharaoh Francis
RSVP #56 for Jennifer Lyon
Following Lori on Twitter at The Federation & Nightcreatures
(not sure how to email you the verification for following some one on Twitter)
Also receive Lori’s newsletter The Phoenix Chronicles
Voted November Book Releases
Halloween Hangover Comment # 51
Am subscribed to BBB newsletter,
following BBB on Twitter (samk52),
am a member of the Blood Bank http://bittenbybooks.ning.com/profile/SharonKnight
Hi Ms. Handelhand, just wanted to say that I recently picked up your Phoenix Chronicals books and am ejoying them immensely. Was wondering if you will be sticking with Urban Fantasy for awhile (I’m a fan of UF).
5. Voted in the new poll and also entered the Halloween Hangover contest.
7. Subscriber to BBB newsletter.
8. Member of the Blood Bank.
9. Became a friend on Facebook of BBB this morning.
10 I also RSVP’d.
Tmarie-usually each novel I finish is my favorite until I finish another! I liked each NC novel for a diff reason I think.
Jillian-I think you hit it right on the head. At least for me, the appeal of Vamps and wws is that they are so dangerous.
Nope, Lisa. No trouble like that in my own life. Probably why it’s so interesting on the page.
I had a heck of a time writing Dark Moon, Cyd. Not sure why but it all worked out in the end.
Every book is my favorite at the time. Right now I’m loving Shakespeare Undead because I just finished it!! Yee, haaaa.
I’ll have 2 UFs released in a row, Rebecca, but right now I’ll be writing 2 PRs in a row. Just how the schedule worked out.
Who was you favorite childhood author?
RVSPed
Friends with BBB on Goodreads (amy turci)
Jo Lori,
Fun question, did you dress up for Halloween?
I rsvp’d
voted and commented on the November polls
entered the Halloween Hangover contest
Cathy M
Posted on facebook-http://www.facebook.com/BittenbyBooks?v=feed&story_fbid=167335195889#/home.php?ref=home
Posted on twitter-under Angelwolfphoto
Posted on Myspace-http://home.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user under angelwolfphotography. I RSVP’d, sending friend invites, friends with BBB on twitter, facebook, myspace and goodreads. Subscriber. ning member under wolfmoon.
Voted and attended the Halloween Hangover party!
I love the idea of 2 men competing for one woman! At what age did you start getting interested in the paranormal?
Lori,
I enjoy the Phoenix Chronicles and the Night-Creatures Novels! I do have one question? Do you prefer to write and read stand alone title or series?
Sisses,
Caden Leigh
RSVPed
Tell me is it true that there are going to be more books in the Night Creature series or did I just dream that?
4 Verification sent
5 done
7 already a follower
More books to add to my list. I cannot wait to read them.
I have done everything as requested.
Hi there Lori,
I love this series. How many books do you plan for this?
I twittered it (www.twitter.com/Raine_Delight)
I thought I missed this. Glad I didn’t. I tweeted and I’m following on twitter http://twitter.com/theaprilnichole and I did everything else requested but the first.
Lori - Who has been some of your favorite characters that you’ve written? What inspires you when you write?
forgot to say that I had RSVP’d already too when this was first announced.
Hi Lori,
Seems weird to talk to you somewhere other then facebook. I also like the using two hot males after the same girl in my stories. It makes better reading. If you had to choice who would be your favorite 2male-1girl trio?
Well, I’m still not up to par so i must go rest. thanks Lori.
3.spread the word- Lori is posted on my facebookw/ BBB, also myspace,twitter
4.joined both the twitter sites of Lori’s and she is already a friend of mine on facebook but do I do to prove that.
5. I did both of them voted and left comment
7.friends w/ BBB,facebook,myspace,twitter,goodreads,bloodbank
Thanks
Heidi S
6.
Hi Lori,
Loved your Nightcreature series, I’m just getting to your Phoenix Chronicles so many books, so little time. I do love when there are two men vying for the leading lady. I was wondering if you ever write for the YA crowd. My daughter and I love to share and discuss great books and recently there have been a lot of my favorite writers writing for the YA crowd.
Thanks for joining us here!
Beth M.
I RSVP’d.
4. Done
5. Done
7. Done
Do you find that writers are introverts or extroverts?
I’ve voted and I am looking forward to reading your books. I’ll begin with the Nightcreature series.
Spike/Angel,are so hot.I have voted, I am friends,I have done it all.LOL
Debby C
Both of your series are on my gigantic TBR pile. Maybe after moving is done, I can make the pile a little smaller.
How was your (and everyone else’s) Halloween?
Lori,
I *love* the idea of two men fighting over me! Where can I get those?
Seriously though, having the opportunity to explore the inner workings of two complex men alongside the heroine is definitely more enjoyable than one. I’m a people watcher and it’s always fascinating to see how people react to one another. Do you ever root for one of the guys over the other, before having one of them change your mind? I think that would happen to me all the time!
I’m friends with bbb on facebook, (www.facebook.com/elisa.llewellyn.jankowski), I posted info on this contest to my blog (http://elisajankowski.blogspot.com), which autofeeds into my notes on facebook (listed above), I’m a member of the bloodbank (http://bittenbybooks.ning.com/profile/elisabethbleu). BBB is also on my blogroll on my blog listed above. I pimp the BBB all the time, yo!
And now, I also pimp the Lori Handeland.
Shawna Lewis
weloveourdogs@juno.com
I Rsvp’ed
Ok my question is
#1 how do you keep coming up with new was to write about makeing love in your books and writting it steaming and different each time, is this hard?
#2 What does your husband read & does he read your kind of books?
RP, C&C RSVP’ed
Twittered chat here http://twitter.com/theblindcupid/status/5374421956
RSVP #12 for Diana Pharaoh Francis
RSVP #56 for Jennifer Lyon
Following Lori on Twitter at The Federation & Night-creatures
Also receive Lori’s newsletter The Phoenix Chronicles
Voted on the November Book Releases
Am subscribed to BBB newsletter and Your RSS google feed
following BBB on Twitter too (Shawna)
Thanks for this chance to win om your blog!!!
My favorite author as a child was Laura Ingalls Wilder.
I did not dress up for Halloween this year. Bummer.
I’ve always been interested in the paranormal, Tamara. The earliest books I remember reading that were similar were Victoria Holt gothics and then I went on to Stephen King.
Usually, Caden, I prefer whatever I’m writing at the time, until I hit a problem, then I prefer the OTHER kind. As in, why did I think I wanted to write another series. Aaargh! But it all works out eventually.
You remember right, Lisa. Two more NC novels are on their way just as soon as I write them.
The Phoenix Chronicles are open ended right now, Raine. So far there are 4 books written with one more contracted.
April–some of my favorite characters are Jessie from Blue Moon. I also really enjoyed the voodoo priestess Cassandra from Midnight Moon. And of course I love Liz. I pretty much adore all the men.
My personal favorite trio would have to be Jimmy/Sawyer/Liz. But I’m also partial to Ranger/Joe/Stephanie.
I have not yet tried a YA, Beth. Perhaps in the future.
Most writers I know are introverts. All that cave dwelling. I love it in my cave.
Yes, Elisa, that happens all the time. I started out loving Jimmy, switched to Sawyer and now I have no idea. I’m as mixed up as Liz!
Shawna-The love scenes just seem to follow the characters and what’s happening in their lives at the time. Depending on who I’m dealing with, different situations just happen.
My husband doesn’t read much, but he has read Blue Moon and Any Given Doomsday.
Hi Lori!
I’ve read and enjoyed all of your Nightcreature series and I’m looking forward to reading the Phoenix Chronicles. Thanks for stopping by~
2. Hey Lori Is It hard For You To Come Up With New Characters For Your Books?
3. I Tweeted About This Link Here:http://twitter.com/skyla11377
4. I Am Following Lori On Twitter The Federation.
I Am Following Lori On Twitter Nightcreatures.
I Am Friends With Lori On Facebook.
5. I Have Voted In The Poll For The Week.
7. I Am Friends With Bitten By Books Here.
I Am Friends With Bitten By Books On Myspace.
I Am Friends With Bitten By Books On Facebook.
I Am Friends With Bitten By Books On Twitter.
2. Hello Lori What Made You Want To Become A Writer?
4. I Am Friends With Lori On Facebook.
5. I Have Voted In The Poll For The Week.
7. I Am Friends With Bitten By Books Here.
I Am Friends With Bitten By Books On Myspace.
I Am Friends With Bitten By Books On Facebook.
Hi Lori!! Okay… so I’ll admit it. I’ve never read a single book of yours. But I’ve had plenty of friends tell me how awesome they are. After reading this, I think it’s about time I pulled my finger out and listened to my pals. Why’d I ever doubt them? This series sounds awesome :O)
Thanks, Rachel, for organizing this event. I just added MORE books to my to-read list. Will my ‘wants’ ever end? LOL
I wish I had a question to ask but I have no idea what to ask….
Anyways, I just recently heard about this series and from looking at your website, I got really interested in it. I absolutely LOVE the idea of a paranormal apocalypse, very cool.
I just wanted to stop by and thankyou for making such a great series, can’t wait to read it.
~*~*~
-I RSVPED
-I VOTED; comment #74
-About to enter ‘Halloween Hangover Contest’
hey Lori,
What books have you read recently when your not writing?
What food do you indulge in when you are crunching a deadline?
Are you a tea totaller or a coffee hound?
I have followed both on twitter
Friends already on FB
RSVP’d
Have all the Moon books and the first two of this series…. just need time to read them LOL
Twittered the link to the contest
Friends with bitten here at the blood bank
Facebook
Twitter
Newsletter
and everything else but Myspace…. LOL
Hey Lori,
What sets this series apart from the others in this genre?
I rsvp’d
Friended Lori on Facebook
Friend with BBB here, facebook, and Myspace/vamplubber
Voted in the poll of the week.
Entered the contest
Raquel-So far I’ve been lucky and the characters have continued to come. Knock wood!
I was always a huge reader, Denise, and the writing just naturally came from that. I’ve wanted to be a writer since I was 10!
Right now I’m reading The Art of Racing in the Rain. Just got done with The Help, which was fantastic.
When I’m crunching a deadline I crunch a lot of carrots. Then I don’t grind my teeth as much. Ha.
I am coffee all the way!
Deana-I think this series is really action packed. And the characters are very real, even though they all have paranormal powers.
One of my favorite quotes about the first book was from Eloisa James who said they series was like a gothic on speed.
I loved that!
5. I Also Entered The Halloween Hangover Contest.
2. Hey Lori, I haven’t read any of your books but Im defintely going to start
5. Voted
I RSVPed
Hi I picked up the first book of the Phoenix Chronicles by chance when was just at the store looking for books that sounded interesting and am hooked! I plan to work on your other series before to long! They’re on my books to check out list!
Now for the contest thing I am following both on yours Lori and the one for BBB on Twitter, Fan on facebook of BBB and sent friend request for both Lori and BBB there as well. And sent friend request for BBB on Myspace. Plus posted the link to this chat on Twitter, Facebook, and Myspace.
http://bittenbybooks.ning.com/profile/CassandraMyers
http://www.facebook.com/cassandra.warner
http://www.myspace.com/tinkerbellmn84
Cassandra,
Your friend list on Goodreads is growing — you are now seeing what 1 friend is reading.
see Bitten_by_Books’s profile
- The Goodreads team
Also put the BBB link on my facebook and myspace pages.
Voted on the poll, and commented it. I think that is it lol. *crosses fingers*
Oh also Lori have you ever considered doing a heroine character that wasn’t say the perfect skinny size but got the guy anyways? I have found a few books like that and can relate better with them lol.
Also forgot my twitter link
https://twitter.com/bluestarc218/following
lol…my comments weren’t going through so apparently I commented 3 times…sorry bout that.
Cassandra,
Jessie in Blue Moon is a “big girl.” A lot of readers really enjoyed her.
RSVP’ed
Friends on FB
Member of BBB & BB
I love your Night Creatures Novels and really look forward to the next one. My question is when is the next one being released? I have your other books in my TBR pile.
my question is are you a plotter ?
Hi Lori! Glad to have you here. I haven’t had a chance to read one of your books yet, but I am dying to get one soon! What other stores carry your books?
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5. voted
7. I am friends with BBB and received Newsletters
Thanks for the blog! I really enjoy movies and TV shows with multiple heros. I am totally addicted to “Supernatural” and the Winchester Brothers.
Thanks again!
I’ve enjoyed your Night Creatures books and have Any Given Doomsday on my TBR pile but haven’t had a chance to read it yet. I’ll be picking up the rest of the series as soon as I can. I love that the heroine is torn between two great men, that is a great twist to the story.
I just started following you on Twitter, I didn’t realize you were there.
Ah, the love triangles. I love it when there are two heroes. Its is heartwrenching to find out when the guy you love is not with the heroine, but feeling triumphant when you are…It feels great. It is always fun to read the chase.
My questions for you are: Do you have favorite paranormal romance and/or urban fantasy authors? Who are they?
Thank you!
-Aori H.
I RSVPed
I RSVP’d! I will post a list of my twitter post links later.
I wanted to get a questio in. I’m excited to read your books! I love the whole Spike/Angel, Bill/Eric, aspect also. Oh & how can I forget Colleen Gleason’s Max & Sebastian! (why do they get overlooked? That is one of my fave series. Anyways, the whole “which one should I pick” story can grab mle& keep me awake all night reading - just to see WHO they have pickEd! Oh, how I wouldn’t mind 2 hot vamps/vamp hunters arguing over me!
Anyways, if you could write something & be magically transported into the story - what/where/when would you send yourself? Anyone you would write into your own story?
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I RSVP’d for the event
I haven’t read any of Lori’s books but I do have Any Given Doomsday on my TBR shelf so I’ll be reading it soon.
Hi Lori,
I haven’t read your books yet but they sound great! I’m even more enthused after reading some of the comments
My question for Lori is this: what was your favorite part of Halloween? Also, who is your favorite character to write about?
I voted in the contest and the poll
shared:
http://www.facebook.com/posted.php?id=3234914&success
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Thanks!
Hi Lori
I RSVPed.
I picked up a copy of Blue Moon in a bookstore at the Chicago airport last spring when I realized all my reading material was buried in my checked luggage. Just a lucky break for me. I loved it, and bought Hunter’s Moon next . I have Dark Moon sitting on my TBR pile but I don’t want to start it until I’m sure I have time to read it through, otherwise I’ll miss deadlines because I can’t put it down!
Anne K
Yes, I also like Spike/Angel, Jean-Claude/Richard and Edward/Jacob. I don’t think real life has only one hero, so why should fictional life? Like Batman is a hero, but sometimes Catwoman is both. That covers most of the main ones for me. The appeal is usually that I, for some reason, like tragic romance or problem-solving. It also shows that sometimes we can like both the good and the bad in people. Like, Angel has a soul he was cursed with, which people thinks makes him good (though his true nature is evil as a vampire), and Spike went and got one, which some think makes him selfish (just trying to get Buffy). It just goes to show that just because you appear to be human and have a soul that you aren’t the same person. I think many like to see the good and bad and compare, and if real females are anything like the ones in the books, they are going to have a really hard time settling for a person who seems to be only one type. I think you need some creative badass in your good-hearted person (like that Spike or Jean-Claude can deeply love but also kill; I think that you could kill to save someone you loved, so really, not much difference there). I do like Spike/Angel because their banter is really funny, and Buffy suggested they should just fight it out with some oil. I’m waiting to see that (Tall Dark and Forehead vs. Blondie Bear).
But if Spike and Jean-Claude got together, the world may just well explode. Too much charm and charisma. 
And nice outfits. 
So I’m thinking your Phoenix Chronicles are for me.
Would you say they are more Edward/Jacob or Jean-Claude/Richard, since I have not read them? I’ve heard of you before, but I read so many different things, I wasn’t sure if you’d written any of those. 
Are your werewolves different in any particular way than, say, Kelley Armstrong’s (she made me like werewolves) or could you compare them to Jacob/Richard?
Thank you for being with us today!
4. Friended.
5. Done and done.
7. Done (FB and newsletter)
and I RSVPd for this.
Lori,
What do you do to get inspired when you sit down to write?
lag110@mchsi.com
I RSPV’d.
I also subscribed to the “Bitten By Books” newsletter.
Hi, Lori,
I’m a big fan of your books!
Do you have any ideas for what you’ll be working on after your current “Doomsday” series or have you not thought that far ahead yet?
I’m an Angel girl myself.
Karen W.
Hi Lori,
I don’t know if you’ve already been asked this before or not, but will you be writing any more historical or contemporary romances in the near future? I miss them
entries:
2. +10 question :which I hope gets answered with a yes
3. +100 blogged about this chat and giveaway on my blog in the sidebar here:
http://seductivemusings.blogspot.com/
5. +100 voted and left a comment & entered the Halloween hangover contest
7. +300 I am a BBB newsletter subsriber, and I have BBB on my blog roll list
Darkreader-the next Nightcreature Novel, Marked by the Moon will be released in Nov. 2010
I’m a pantser, Jennifer.
As far as I know all the bookstores have my books.
If I had to be in a story it would have to be contemporary because I’m too big a wimp to do without indoor plumbing. I’d also never survive in a paranormal or uf. I’m not tough at all!
oh and I RSVP’d too
I’d say my heroes are more Edward/Jacob I think. My ww is not very Richard at any rate. I started writing my Nightcreature series because of Bitten! Loved that book.
Lisa–my writing inspiration is my deadline. Everyday I must write so I do. That’s inspiration enough for me.
Haven’t thought that far ahead yet, Karen. I have 3 books left to write on my current contract.
Hi, Booklover-I would like to write both contemp and historical again in the future.
I love your books. I enjoy reading all the questions.I can never think of one who has not already been asked.
2,4,5,7 done.
Hi again had to go be domestic and cook and help with homework and what not but while I was doing that a couple questions came to me and it wouldn’t let me go til I got back on here to ask, so…
1. When you were writing your first book you’ve ever written did you have trouble keeping with it at all?
2. Was the first book you ever wrote published?
3. Did you just write the book then send it off to publishers or what?
…I am not really sure how it all works and am curious in case the book I started a few months back ever gets finished lol I can’t seem to stay on task because I think faster than I type and get frustrated when I lose where I was going with something because of getting ahead of myself. Plus being a single mom it’s not easy to find the time to really focus on it.
I like the two heroes approach too. My favourite is Eric & Bill Compton & Sookie Stackhouse from the True Blood/Charlaine Harris series.
Lori, I am excited to meet you. You had me interested when you said “What is it about two hot supernatural males vying for the heroine that intrigues me? I’m not quite sure, but I keep exploring it book after book and loving it.”.
Those are my favorite stories.
My first question is…
When reading this type of situation, I often find myself jumping sides, not ever sure who I am really rooting for. When you write, is it hard to not give the other guy equal page time?
Second…
Have you ever considered writing anything in the YA genre?
Thanks for visiting BBB and answering our questions.
Rsvpd
Tweeted this event http://twitter.com/EllzReadz/status/5379725629
following twitter.com/The_Federation and Nightcreatures
requested friends on Facebook.
voted
entered the Hangover contest
already subscribe to BBB newsletter
friends w/ BBB @
facebook fans
goodreads
facebook
myspace
twitter tweeted you http://twitter.com/EllzReadz/status/5379876777
BBB is always on my blog roll http://ellzreadz.blogspot.com/
Hi Lori,
your nightcreature series sounds great!! Angel/Spike great combo for vamps.
rsvpd
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Thanks,
Dina S.
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2. Hi Lori, Great interview.
What is next for you, anything new and exciting in the works?
RSVP’d for this interview
5. voted in poll and entered hangover contest #85
7. friends w/ BBB @
myspace
newsletter
goodreads
member of bloodbank
BBB on my favorite sites list
M LaBean
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HiLori welcome to BBB
I love your series after book 3 is there more planned for this series?
whats your top ten favorite paranormal creatures besides Vamps
Lori
Im following both
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Cassandra-when I wrote my first book I had a 3 and a 1 year old, so it was a little hard keeping at it. But I just kept going until it was done.
I did sell the first book I wrote.
I entered a contest and won and the editor asked to see the book. But she didn’t buy it. Then I sent the book off to agents, got an agent and she sold the book.
It is sometimes hard, Ellie, to give each guy face time. Each book tends to be more about one or the other.
Is there a reason why there is always a “moon” in the title of your Nightcreature series?
My new and exciting news would be the Shakespeare Undead book I just finished. This will be out in trade in June 2010.
I RSVP’d!
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I haven’t read any of your books yet … but they sound like something I’d like to read. Thank you for visiting with us today.
Lori, HI
I own every single book you have wrote! I can say I am a big fan! I can’t wait for tomorrow to pick up Apocalypse Happens. Shhh but I’m rooting for Sawyer!! Jimmy, not so much :)(sorry Jimmy):)
Question, Can you tell us how many books are going to be in this series? a TON I hope.
Number two Question, are there going to be anymore Nightcreature series books? I love those too!
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Hi! Loved Blue Moon and you are also in my TBR pile. I like multiple Heros.
Eric/Bill/Sookie, Jean Claude/Anita/Richard. hmmm I can’t think of any guy and 2 girl hero/loves.
If you could shape shift what would you like to shift into?
Thanks for chatting with us and Congrats on your new release!!
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followinh Lori on twitter both accounts(txgiggle)
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I don’t know how many books there will be in the PC. 5 so far.
There will be at least 2 more NC novels, the first will be out in November of next year.
I’ve always wanted to shift into a wolf. I just like ‘em.
I RSVPed for this event.
2. In response to Lori’s question, my favorite duo would have to be Angel and Spike from the Buffy/Angel series. Angel is so dreamy and strong, but Spike is so devilishly handsome and tough as well. It was so hard to choose…so I didn’t…LOL!
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Hi Lori,
I’m very excited to explore your new series “The Phoenix Chronicles”. It’s definitely new to me…but I’m a huge fan of your work by way of your Nightcreature series…I absolutely adore all the books you’ve done in that series…they’re so darn addictive and I’m always in withdrawal once I finish one and then I have to wait for the next one.
Do you see yourself perhaps exploring paranormal erotic romances? If you could work with anyone (writing wise) who would be your dream collaborator?
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Happy Reading!!!
Anna
Lori thanks for visiting Bitten By Books. I too love the Spike/Angel dilemma but I always find myself routing for the Spike in the triangle. I find the broody, sexy, walking on the edge sort of male the one that I want to find redemption with is heroine. Do you have a preference in your triangles? (No I am not asking you about Jimmy or Sawyer) I would love to know if you are Spike or Angel, Bill or Eric, Jean-Claude or Richard. Or do you like them all to win? Okay thats another genre completely.
Once again thanks for stopping by.
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Hi Lori, Thanks for coming and sharing with all of us.
I’ve been able to barrow a couple of your nightcreatures series, and I’m still hoping to be able to read the whole series… The ones I read were just fantastic. Congrats on the new release, I’ll have to add those to the I want list too…
Hero x 2 .. yep.. makes the guys work harder, and if they try to pass some bull of on the girl.. the other guy will blow his cover.. lol Plus the girl gets all that attention.
Question.. who/what is your favorite non-human character from any medium?
Thanks again for being here, and giving us all a chance to win the series… woo hoo
iokijo [Jo Ann J.]
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Hi Lori! Thanks for coming to BBB! I was wondering, what people in your life have been the most supportive of your writing?
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7. receive the BBB newsletter, friends w/ BBB on Goodreads and a member of the Blood Bank as Amanda Leigh
Hi Lori, thanks for coming and sharing with us. I have read the first 2 in the Phoenix Chronicles and loved them. Cant wait to get Apocalypse Happens. Looking forward to starting the Nightcreatures line too.
I do like books with more than one hero. I dont really have a favorite team but I think it adds variety and more places the story can go. It also allows for other books/movies from different points of view.
Questions: (sorry if any were already asked, I havent had a chance to read though all the comments yet.)
- Vampires or Werewolves. Who wins in the final battle or do they team up and fight together again demons and the like?
- You can witness one event, past, present or future. What event and why? You can not alter anything, just witness.
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4. follow both on twitter (@donnas1) - no emails to send; FB done - email otw
5. voted in the poll and entered the contest
7. all previously dont except the blog roll
Well, with two heroes, I can feel bad for the one who doesn’t get a happy ending with the heroine. And even worse if he was the better choice. Of course, there’s always the option that the heroine gets to keep them both. lol
Congrats on the new release!
(RSVPd, but international, so I guess not eligible for this contest)
Hi Lori, I loved your Nightcreature novels! I haven’t read any of the books in the Pheonix Chronicles yet, but I’m sure they are great as well. Best of luck with your writing!
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Ok last time I post on here I promise lol. Lori thanks for answering my questions it is awesome that the first book you wrote got published and with writing with a 1 and a 3 year old wow I can’t hardly focus on mine with a 6 year old who is in school all day lol.
Anywho I forgot to mention in my first post that I RSVP’d on the blood bank thing for this (dunno if that was where I was supposed to RSVP or not but hey lol) And finally entered the halloween hangover contest. I am off to bed now. Nite fellow readers! Nite Lori I look forward to reading your newest in the phoenix chronicles and all of your other series as well as soon as possible!
Hi Lori
*I Love your Night Creature Series only have 5 of them so far and I can’t wait to get the rest.have not read your new series yet but I have the first two and I’m going to get to them soon.
*I have spread the news on my myspace and facebook here are the links
http://www.myspace.com/sasluvbooks & facebook.com/sasluvbooks
*Did the Halloween Hangover Contest
*Did the Nov Poll Contest
* I am A Friend of Bitten By Books on my myspace and facebook and I get the newsletter.
*I RSVPed
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Anna-I doubt I’ll write any erotic romances as my books are already pretty hot. I have written a collaborative series of westerns, The Rock Creek Six, with Linda Winstead Jones aka Linda Devlin. It was a great experience so if I did another collaboration I’d definitely choose Linda.
I’m an Angel, Eric, Jean Claude girl.
My favorite non human character right now would have to be Edward Cullen.
My husband has always been incredibly supportive of my writing, Amanda. He’s amazing.
I would say vamps and weres should team up, Donna. And I’d love to witness the coronation of Queen Elizabeth I. I’ve always loved studying that period in history.
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I already bought all of the nightcreature books BUT, I am buying your newest tonight!!! whoohoo! Oh, and I joined the newsletter as well. Thanks so much for your books & your time Lori. I hope we have a very long life together…:)
Whoops! Tina Marie S……
Hey again!
Just wondering if you plan to do any young adult books. My daughter is 14 and I would love for her to read your books but the parts that I like..I know I don’t to be the one to expose her to. She would love your work though, and when she is old enough (are they ever?) I will pass on my favs. Do you ever think you will be in New England for any signings? (Me, NH???)
Hello Lori,
What scenes do you have trouble writing the most? How do you get over it?
Thanks.
I RSVPed.
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Tmarie-I would love to write a YA someday. Don’t have any plans to be in NH, but you never know.
Lesley-It seems that every book is a lesson in what part is difficult. Seems to change with each one. I just plow through and fix it later. Can’t fix an empty page!
I rsvped and here I am late as usual lol.
2. Will there be any more books in your night creature series.
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6. yes to them all lol.
Hi Lori! I keep hearing great things about your books, so one of these days I have to pick one up!
-I RSVPed
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oh, BBB is also on my blogroll!!!
I’m the same way! I always start off with one favorite—in LKH it was Richard, in your series, it’s Jimmy—but as my favorite starts to get the girl, I start rooting for the other guy. Not sure what my problem is, lol!
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I keep checking back to see what info we’re gettin on ya…:) Where do you get the ideas for the heros in your books? Have you ever been to New Orleans? What is your favorite book(s) by other authors? Do you read other paranormal books or a variety? My daughter spends a couple of hours a day writting her own vampire book. She won’t let me read it yet but I was wondering how she would go about having someone look at it when she’s ready. Is there a protocol to follow?
Hi Lori! These books sound very interesting and I can’t wait to read them. I want to wish you good luck with all your future books.
I’m subsribed to bbb newsletter and I voted in the poll.
Hi Lori! I must say, just reading your descriptions above has grabbed my attention. Now I CANNOT wait to go out and get the Phoenix series! My question: Did you like to read as a young girl? If so, do you remember which book or books do you remember best? For me, the Little House series sealed my fate as a lover of books. If you’ve already answered this question, forgive me….there is such a huge response to you being here!!!
Rock on, girl!! Judi in NJ
I’m not sure where I get my ideas, TMarie. I always fear that once I find out I won’t get them anymore.
I have been to New Orleans 4 times and can’t wait to get back.
I have several favorite books-Lord of Scoundrels, One for the Money and subsequent installments, Heaven, Texas, Guilty Pleasures.
I don’t read very much paranormal anymore I’m afraid. I get so much of it when I’m writing.
Your daughter should join Romance Writers of America. There are contests and critique groups and a monthly newsletter with writing and submitting tips, as well as local chapters and a national conference where she can meet editors and agents.
http://www.rwanational.org
I read all the time as a kid, Judi. I used to try and bring a book to the table at dinner but my dad nixed that.
I was a huge Little House fan. I read those books over and over and over. Then I moved onto Victoria Holt, Phyllis Whitney etc. I read those over and over too.
Lori, I’d love to know how much input you have in the titles of your novels. They’re so catchy!
Oh who is your greatest inspiration?
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Lori, do you prefer print books or ebooks? If ebooks, do you have an ebook reader?
I love all of your books and eagerly await your new releases!
I RSVP’d.
Voted in the poll and going to Halloween Hangover now.
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Subscribe to BBB newsletter.
annalisa mck.
Hi, I haven’t yet read any of your books, but they sound interesting, as I’m a fan of Buffy myself.
Have you written any other books/series beside those that are already mentioned above?
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Thank you for the info and giving us so much of yourself. I am so glad I got to participate in this! It’s my first!! Have a great day and happy writing Lori, you are great!
The Phoenix chronicles were all mine, Alana. I really thought about those!
My mother is my greatest inspiration, Ember. She was diagnosed with leukemia and give a 30% chance to live–that was 17 years ago.
I prefer print books, Annalisa, don’t have an e-book reader.
I’ve written close to 50 books now, Dovile. Wrote a series for Superromance called The Luchetti Brothers and a western romance series called The Rock Creek Six, as well.