Dana Littlejohn breaks down her writing process.
Do the characters all come to you at the same time or do some of them come to you as you write?
All of the main characters are set when I start a book, but secondary and random characters come along as the story develops.
What kind of research do you do before you begin writing a book?
I do lots of research. Reading up on it or hands on depending on the specifics of the book.
Do you see writing as a career?
I would love to switch my career to writing. It is on my mind each time I complete a book.
Do you read yourself and if so, what is your favorite genre?
Between a full-time job, my love for traveling and writing I don’t have much time to read, but when I do I love reading historicals.
Do you prefer to write in silence or with noise? Why?
I like white noise in the background. Most times it’s a Disney movie playing.
Tell us about a favorite character from a book.
Baptiste St John, from the Power of the Bayou, is the bad guy but I loved creating him.
What made you want to become an author and do you feel it was the right decision?
I was the kid that said, when I grow up I’m going to be an author. I will continue to write books until people hear my name and know I’m an author even if they haven’t read a single book.
Describe your writing style.
I don’t know if I have specific style. I’m kind of a combination of a panster and outliner.
What is your writing process?
My process is the same with every book: I always know the beginning, the middle and the how it will end. I make the outline and fill in key points I don’t want to forget. Once I start writing, the characters tell me how I get to each section.
Do you try more to be original or to deliver to readers what they want?
I have no desire to be a cookie cutter author and give what the masses are looking for. I try to be original with all my books.
What’s the most difficult thing about writing characters from the opposite sex?
Because men and women think so differently it is always hard for me to know how they would react in a situation and make it realistic. I do research on that as well and ask several men random questions to keep the men in my books close to real.
Do you believe in writer’s block?
Absolutely. Sometimes when too many characters are talking at the same time no one can be heard. When that happens I don’t force it. I walk away from the story and do something totally different to relax my mind. After a while the voices ease and one can be heard to guide the story flow again.
About Dana Littlejohn
Where sensual erotic romance is always waiting for you.
I am Dana Littlejohn, author of sensual erotic romance. You will find that I write contemporary romances with just a hint of another genre to take it away from the ordinary. My stories will touch your heart and your soul and make your body feel like it’s being touched, too.
Imagination will take you places your money can not. I invite you into my world with open arms to see my imagination run wild…
Come along for the ride as I go on an imaginary trip into my world. You’ll enjoy every minute of this wild ride.
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About the Book
Tri-Romance by Dana Littlejohn
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Synopsis
Twin sisters, Opal and Pearl Jefferson, and their best friend Debra Flores were living blissfully by their no strings attached rule, enjoying the many comforts of a good life. All was well in their world until Frank, Jake, Doug and Rakim entered into it. When one of the girls abandons their well practiced rule and falls in love. Does her decision throw a monkey wrench into the lives of everyone else around her? Or does it open up the possibility for love to capture them all?
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