Let’s get one on one with Nana Malone.
How old were you when you first realized you wanted to write?
I was thirteen when I first started writing bad teen angsty poetry, but I was twenty-three when I started writing for book publication.
Most authors have an unusual story or way that they come up with their ideas for books…Do you have one?
Besides taking a notebook into the shower with me? Lol. No.
What was your biggest influence that steered you towards writing?
I’ve always loved books and voraciously read. I have my mother to thank for that. But as far as writing my own stories. I have a little book called Bridget Jones’s Diary to thank for that. It was the first book where the writer’s voice spoke to me and made me feel like I could do that.
I have to ask, what are the hardest scenes for you to write?
The family dynamic scenes. It’s so hard not to let my own family dynamics influence the scenes.
Are sex scenes difficult for you to word?
HAHAHHA. Yes a little. But usually I just say forget it and use the word I want. Readers don’t seem to mind.
Do you see yourself writing in another genre?
Right now I write in Paranormal Romance, Contemporary Romance and New Adult.
Has your family been supportive?
My husband is great about my writing. Always gives me time to get it done. My two year old is far less patient. Lol.
Are any of your characters reflective of you?
Of course. Every single character of mine has a little piece of me in them.
What do you like to do when you’re not writing?
I’m usually reading or chasing around my daughter.
Who is your favorite book heroine?
Lizzie Bennet – Pride and Prejudice.
Do you have any unusual habits that revolve around writing?
Lately, I’ve taken to trying a little meditation practice to help clear my mind and focus. So far it seems to be helping.
What is you favorite mystical creature?
Unicorn.
What were some of your biggest challenges at the beginning of your career?
You mean besides not having a clue what I was doing? HAHA. Seriously, I was bad. I knew nothing about characterization, plot, or structure. And I was arrogant enough to think it would be easy. I learned soon enough that I needed some classes and a ton of help.
How do you feel about reader comments?
I love to hear from readers. Good and bad. I’m serious. If it’s good, it helps keep me going. If it’s bad and constructive, it helps me grow, so bring it on.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write. Stop worrying about your Facebook presence or your Twitter feed and write. Learn as much as you can. Listen to your gut and above all get some constructive feedback on your book. And Moms and Boyfriends don’t count. You need brutal honesty from someone who reads your genre.
What can we expect from you in the future?
You can expect more action and romance for sure. More Donovans, more In Stilettos girls, More from Love Match. Just more books.
Thank you so much for having me.
Race for Love by Nana Malone
(The Donovans #3)
Publication date: July 27th 2015
Genres: New Adult, Romance
Synopsis:
Up and coming race-car driver, Kisima Jennings, is all alone in the world and that’s just how she likes it. After all, she has her career, who needs family? But when a near-fatal crash jeopardizes her future, she’s forced to lean on someone for the first time in her life.
As an athletic trainer, Derek Donovan is driven and has always kept his eyes on the prize, never letting personal entanglements come between him and his dream of becoming a head trainer for the New Orleans Jaguars. That is, until one misstep costs him everything. Now he’s starting over, but with a client as tempting as Kisima, is he destined to repeat the mistakes of his past? Or will letting someone close bring him everything he’s ever wanted?
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About Nana Malone
USA Today Best Seller, Nana Malone’s love of all things romance and adventure started with a tattered romantic suspense she “borrowed” from her cousin.
It was a sultry summer afternoon in Ghana, and Nana was a precocious thirteen. She’s been in love with kick butt heroines ever since. With her overactive imagination, and channeling her inner Buffy, it was only a matter a time before she started creating her own characters.
While she waits for her chance at a job as a ninja assassin, in the meantime Nana works out her drama, passion and sass with fictional characters every bit as sassy and kick butt as she thinks she is.
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