Sunday, March 30, 2008

Interview with Destiny Blaine


CA: Destiny Blaine is a new author to me, and I have enjoyed reading her interview. I also have one or two I think…of her books to review coming soon. Her book covers are really awesome and I look forward to reading her books!

Author Pen Name; Destiny Blaine


CA: What genre(s) do you write?

DB: I write in all genres but western historical romance and paranormal (with a history-kick) are my all-time favorites to write. I also enjoy writing urban fantasy and mysteries.

CA: Why do you write the stories that you write?

DB: Generally, if the story has a historical focus, then it’s because I wanted to take the time to learn more about a specific area of the world during a particular era. For example, I love the mid-1800s and researching the Gold Rush of California will likely be an ongoing labor of love for me. Beyond the Valley was born from that interest!


CA: When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?

DB: I’ve known that I wanted to do it since I was a child but wanting it and acting on it—two different things entirely! It wasn’t until 2005 that I took the leap and began to write professionally.


CA: Who or what was your inspiration for writing?

DB: I find inspiration in everyone and everything.


CA: What is your work schedule like when you're writing?

DB: Work-work-work! I work all the time.


CA: Your book is about to be sent into the reader world, what is one word that describes how you feel?

DB: THRILLED!!!

The next book I have coming out is Winning Virgin Blood on April 28th and this is a project that I am so excited about. The novel kicks off a brand new paranormal series for me and it incorporates my love of casino gambling with my love of the blue-hot vampire alpha-male!


CA: What do you like to do when you're not writing?

DB: We’re a very sports-oriented family. When I’m not writing, we travel with my two teenagers to various sporting events around the country.


CA: How many books have you written? Which is your favorite?

DB: Gee, that’s a hard one. I’m not even sure now because before I was published in my own name, I already had so many out there in print as a ghost writer. Then, I started my erotic romance writing with short stories, so does that count? (Smiles) Let’s see, I have four non-fiction books out, two non-fiction books due out in 2008, and various romance titles coming soon. It would be easier for me to refer your readers to http://www.destinyblaine.com/ for a look at the fiction titles. However, this will never be accurate because of the ghost writing projects I’ve had the opportunity to write in the past..


CA: Do you tend to base your characters on real people or are they totally from your imagination?

DB: It depends on the story. I think a little of both.


CA: How can a reader contact you or purchase your books?

DB: I love to hear from readers and they can email me directly at destinyblaine@yahoo.com and feel free to visit my website at http://www.destinyblaine.com/ or www.myspace.com/destinyblaine.
Thank you for the fabulous questions today!

CA: Thanks Destiny for taking time out to visit my site for the week ;) I look forward to reviewing for you!

11 comments:

Unknown said...

like parpanormal with histroy kicks!
thank you fo rthe interviews ladies!

Destiny Blaine said...

Hi Blackroze!

Thank you for dropping by! It's so good to see you over here! Drop by Just Another Paranormal Monday today for a paranormal party with loads of prizes and surprises!

Destiny
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ParanormalMonday!

Anonymous said...

If you keep side-tracking me, I'm never going to catch up!! LOL!
Love ya, Sweetie...
With a Smile, Linda-Reducer
http://www.neverloseweightagain.com

ReadingIsSoMuchFun said...

Hi Destiny,

Great interview ladies:-) As you know Destiny I enjoy reading your books. Look forward to more by you.

Hugssss
LindaH

Anonymous said...

Destiny- Hello dear! Just another Paranormal Monday's Loop was awesome!
Blackroze-Hello darlin' I'm sure Destiny's books will be right up your ally, thanks for the posts ;)
Linda-Hi great to see you as a first timer here ;)
HI Linda, thanks for stopping by my blog..I am going to visit yours to see what is goin' on :)
Hugs, Crystal

Anonymous said...

Hey darlin' it is up and going again! Silly technology!

Amy said...

Paranormal with a history kick :D That's something I enjoy, especially if it has some kink, too! Have a great weekend!

blessedheart said...

Crystal, Youu'll love Destiny's stories! She's awesome!

Blessings,
Rhonda :0)

Destiny Blaine said...

Hi everyone!!!!

Thank you to Blackroze37, Linda Reducer, Linda H., Amy, Crystal, and Rhonda for leaving messages this past week. As some of you know, I've had a large computer issue so online blogging time was limited. I can't stand it when I'm out of the loop! ;))

To make up for it, if you'll email me at destinyblaine@yahoo.com, then I'll send you my newsletter with a super contest running now through tomorrow at midnight!

Also, don't forget to join us for Just Another Paranormal Monday because tomorrow promises to be a lot of fun!

Hugs!
Destiny :))

Destiny Blaine said...

Unspoken Truths is coming to Whispers Publishing and since it is already on its way to proofing as I type this post, I wanted to send out a quick excerpt just for you today!

If you like football, sportsbetting, or the tough bad-boys who promise to make your wildest dreams come true--this novella will be for you!

If you want to be notified when Unspoken Truths is released, make sure to drop me an email at destinyblaine@yahoo.com.


Unspoken Truths
By Destiny Blaine



The corner of the club defined cozy almost to the extreme. It invited intimacy with its seclusion from the rest of the crowd and the dim candlelight illuminated romance. Ally knew what would happen once she took a seat in the scantly lit area but her determined legs moved her forward. Defiant feet carried her there. Her body, with full sexual intentions, planned on winning. It spited her every single time when it came to the man walking in front of her.

He toyed with her on the dance floor denying her nothing but once they were seated, she knew what to expect. The game would change. It always did. He would forbid as much as a touch unless he initiated it.

He looked over his shoulder. “Don’t worry baby. I don’t plan to make all of your Tanner does me dreams come true.” He stopped abruptly and flashed a wicked wink. “At least not tonight.”

And just like that. Moment ruined. Leave it to a man.

Ally’s face heated. She felt the madder-than-hell white hot warmth wash over her. Who the hell did he think he was talking to? She quickly let go of his hand and stormed off in the other direction. Unfortunately, her body felt the sudden loss as soon as they parted.

Making her way for the closest exit, she passed by onlookers, the same men who watched her with lust-filled eyes when she swayed onto the dance floor an hour or so earlier. She moved quickly beyond the bouncers and barmaids only to hit the exit filled with regret. He won again. Tanner always did.

Once outside, she took a deep breath inhaling the undeniable smell of rain. She heard his voice and the slam of the metal door behind her. “Don’t show up at clubs where you know I’ll be if you don’t want to see me!” His laughter filled the air.

Ally wheeled around on a spiked heel. “What the hell did you just say?” She heard him. Oh boy, did she ever. He knew it too. If there was any doubt, he could quickly pick up on it as she marched over to him with anger-boiling-over strides. Those were hard to deny and she made sure she took them quickly.

“Come on baby. Don’t play dumb with me. How many light blue Corvettes do you see in this damn town with a Florida Gators tag? You knew I was here and…”

“And if I did, what of it?” Cutting him off never presented a problem.

He made a solid point. It took balls or blatant stupidity to run around Knoxville, Tennessee with the University of Florida Gators plates on a car. Since he wore ignorance proudly, he really deserved to become an easy mark when she wanted to find him. The car made it uncomplicated. Yes, she saw his convertible and ditto, she stopped because she knew he was inside the club. Old habits don’t die hard. They smother the life out of innocent bystanders. Never mind virgins on the prowl.

The anger facing her left her at a disadvantage. It ripped through her. Cut her into small pieces. Tanner Dorsey always boiled her blood.

“What of it? Well, let’s see. You walk into Jake’s, spot me on the dance floor and can’t wait to get out there just so you can shake your pretty little ass in my direction. Oh but yeah Ally, you’re damn straight you knew without a doubt I’d be here and you knew exactly what to do with me when you found me.” The young Mr. Dorsey spent most of his life getting under her skin.

Ally couldn’t help herself. She wished like hell she could but she just couldn’t. She never backed down from a good battle on the Tanner-playing field. “You know,” she paused for effect but to also think of something to say, “I was dancing just fine with…” She stopped again as she tried to think of a random name but she danced onto the hardwood flooring without a partner. She couldn’t pull it off fast enough to make up a non-existent dance partner.

“Oh yeah you were. You got that part right because baby, you always dance just fine. You don’t need a man to show you what that little body of yours can do but in case you forgot, you danced up to me. The only man in the place that can handle that sweet little ass and you found me without any problem.” His face filled with the highest level of sex appeal and with an added wink, set jaw and seductive look, her knees were jelly.

Damn him. Damn him to another century and back. No. To hell…and without a return trip.

“What’s wrong love, cat got that pretty little tongue of yours?” He continued to taunt her.

No it wasn’t a cat. It was more like a ferocious mountain lion.

She was putty in his hands but the asshole still acted like he was fifteen. He had driven her nuts when she was twelve and into complete madness at eighteen. At twenty-two, she was certifiable.

He was still full of himself. Ally couldn’t think of one thing to say to him. Not one, lone word. She huffed and puffed or at least, thought she did before she turned to look for her car. They appeared to be alone in the well lit parking lot. Something she noted when she started walking.

“Looking for someone?” He noticed she surveyed the parking lot.

“No, not at all. Just checking the place out to be sure there aren’t any witnesses around who will see me when I kill you.” There was a hint of humor in her voice.

Within seconds he had his arm draped around her shoulders and she knew he had already undressed her with his eyes. The playfulness evident in his voice. “I can’t die yet.”

She stopped short of reaching her car. “Why not? It seems like a viable option.” She looked him up and down. Yep, he still looked lean. Perfect. Good enough to eat. Hell, he deserved to die. She picked up a steady pace again…



Copyright © 2008 Destiny Blaine

Coming soon to Whispers Publishing!
www.whispershome.com

Anonymous said...

Hey Destiny what a great exerpt!!
So what kinda trouble are we getting into tomorrow at the paranormal loop?
See ya there! hugs, Crystal