Happy Sunday readers!
Bringing us her new book, Enchantress' Destiny is author Beth Caudill.
Welcome Beth.
Can you tell me three words that describe yourself starting with A, B, and C.
Absolute, Book-lover, Celestial
What are your three favorite things?
Cut flowers, silver and books
Are you self- published or with a publishing company (if so, which one?)?
I have three short stories published with The Wild Rose Press and three
novellas that are self-published.
Is there a process you stick to, or do you just write as it hits you?
My writing process starts with pictures of the hero, heroine and villain
and defining their basic characteristics.
Then I find examples of floorplans if needed and any initial research. After that I start writing. I may know a few plot points but mostly I
write whatever pops into my head for the characters.
Music is a big influence on my writing. I have certain songs that
inspire each chapter, or the whole book. What helps to inspire you?
I find a lot of inspiration in pictures, particularly fantasy art since I
write about magic and paranormal creatures. I do create playlists for each
story - a mix of new age, classical, movie theme music, and pop songs. I'll pick songs that reflect emotions for my
characters.
When not writing, what can you be found doing?
Currently, I'm homeschooling both of my sons so a lot of my days are spent
organizing and helping with their classwork. I used to cross stitch but now I
create chainmaille jewelry and sell pieces under the name Starlight Falls Designs.
Favorite item of clothing in your closet?
I'm not much of a fashionista but I do love my soft cotton nightgown.
Favorite writer, book?
It's hard to pick one because there are four or five authors I'll reread if
I need a good comfort story. One of my
favorites is Ilona Andrews and her Kate Daniels series.
Is there anything else you'd like the reader to know?
While Enchantress' Destiny is Book 2 in the series, the story can be read standalone. The main characters do not appear in Book 1, Healer's Fate, and are only connected because they exist in the same world of Arilase.
Title: Enchantress'
Destiny
Publisher: Moonlight Mountain Books
Date Published: March 2015
Genre: Paranormal Romance / Fantasy Romance
Word Count: Novella - 25,200 words
Enchantress' Destiny is currently on sale for $0.99 thru the end of March.
Blurb
One dark curse, two elves and a destiny neither
could escape.
Disregarded by her betrothed, elven
princess Clairessa Bellehaven analyzes spell books and dreams of finding
someone to share her life. Betrayed by her unfaithful witch boyfriend, she
convinces herself a single night with another elf will do no harm. Except the
Goddess has a plan and Clairessa will have to fight to save the man who seized
her heart and refused to let her go.
Clan prince Rowe Calder arrived in
Wildeloch to settle problems with his family's business. What he found was the
one elf he'd spent his life avoiding. His bondmate. The woman destined to bring
about his death. Now he must find a way to keep his family safe when the dark
elf comes to claim his soul.
Will a love long denied be strong
enough to save them when darkness seeks retribution?
Excerpt
Claire watched him walk to
the bar. The view of his back, particularly his ass, was almost as enticing to
stare at as the front. His long amber honey hair swished behind him and his
scent, the tangy zip of orange, hung in the air like the fragrance from her
orange-scented geranium. On his way back, blue, green and gold colored eyes
held her gaze, and her insides quivered with nervous energy. He was a delicious
sweet, mixed with the allure of a hunter's confidence, like the tree lynx in search
of prey.
A moment of indecision
gripped her. Dating an elf would be problematic with the betrothal contract
hanging over her head. But he tempted every part of her and their liaison would
be fleeting. For one night, she could revel in the touch of another elf and
embrace the wildness he called within her.
He returned with a
cone-shaped glass, filled with a white liquor colored with the faintest tinge
of blush and placed it in front of her. She twirled the toothpick with a
winterberry on the end and raised an eyebrow at him.
"I didn't order
this."
"It's a club
special." His eyes and smile dared her to turn him down. "I hear
they're very popular with the female guests. Surely tonight is a time for
experimentation?"
Accepting his lure, she
drained half the concoction. Tartness exploded on her tongue and burned her
throat, but she was never one to back away. Staring into his eyes, she licked
her lips. "Delicious."
His quiet moan sent a
distinctly feminine thrill through her. Knowing a man appreciated her attributes
brightened her mood.
Group laughter and the stamp
of many feet heralded the arrival of at least ten people. Quickly, the
remaining tables filled and they could hardly hear each other above the din.
Her spirits took a downturn with the numerous arrivals. She'd enjoyed the quiet
privacy.
A loud clatter disrupted
every conversation as a lion shifter shoved a satyr into a table and it
splintered under his weight. The goat-man rose, stomped his hooves and laughed,
oblivious to the unhappy stares directed his way.
"Perhaps you'd like to
take this elsewhere?" Rowe whispered in her ear.
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Author Bio
Although Beth grew up in West Virginia, she currently resides in
North Carolina with her husband, two sons and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
who makes an excellent lap warmer. Blending the analytical and creative sides
of her brain, she delights in creating fantasy worlds for others. Catch her
online most days except when NCIS and Once Upon a Time air.
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Welcome Beth. It's great to have you today. Your book looks amazing.
ReplyDeleteThank you for hosting me Angela. It's good to get away from my internet hub and mingle.
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