Hello everyone,
Thank
you for taking the time to be here today and for your interest in my
books. I’m so excited to be part of this blog tour and to share a little
behind-the-scenes peek into my writing world!
Is There a Message in Your Novel That You Want Readers to Grasp?
At
first glance? These books are meant to entertain—think fast-paced
plots, intense chemistry, and supernatural mayhem. But if there’s a
deeper message hidden between with the pages, it’s probably this: people
(or vampires… or werewolves or witches) aren’t always what they seem.
Enemies can become allies, love can grow in the most unexpected places,
and sometimes your fiercest rival turns out to be the one who
understands you best. So, maybe the takeaway is—don’t be afraid to look
twice. You never know who might steal your heart… or try to bite it.
Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?
Finding
time! With two little ones under five, three dogs, two cats, and an
active-duty military husband (plus a few cross-country moves), writing
sometimes feels like trying to wrestle a story out of chaos. I had to
step away for a few years, but now I’m back and ready to dive in again.
And let’s be real—if the coffee’s not hot and I’m out of espresso shots,
things might get dramatic. The actual writing becomes tricky when the
characters go quiet—or more often, when my brain is juggling too many
tabs at once to listen.
How many books have you written and which is your favorite?
I have two active series: Rulers of Darkness and Under Realm Assassins,
both steeped in paranormal and fantasy romance goodness. Choosing a
favorite is impossible, but here are a few that really stand out:
From Rulers of Darkness,
I’d say Caressed by a Crimson Moon (Hadrian & Eva) and Caressed by
the Edge of Darkness (Gabriel & Jordan). I love a dark, moody,
tortured heroes—and the strong women who bring them to their knees.
From Under Realm Assassins, it’s Wicked Passion. That one was an adventure to write from start to finish!
If You had the chance to cast your main character from Hollywood today, who would you pick and why?
For James—our vampire-pirate with a brooding streak—I’d go with Tom Ellis (Lucifer). He’s got the height, charm, that wicked smirk, and eyes that make you wonder what secrets he’s hiding.
As for Katya—succubus, healer, and absolute warrior—I’d love to see Gal Gadot bring
her to life. She radiates both strength and warmth, and I can
absolutely picture her with glowing gold eyes in the middle of battle.
When did you begin writing?
Middle school! I fell in love with books, and soon after, I wrote one of my own. That story eventually became my debut novel, Caressed by Moonlight (Rulers
of Darkness #1), which I self-published in 2010. Since then, life has
thrown in a few plot twists—kids, military moves, chaos—but I never
stopped dreaming up stories. It feels amazing to be writing again and
sharing the characters who’ve been living rent-free in my head.
How long did it take to complete your first book?
Well,
I technically wrote the first version in middle school (lol), but in
2010, while my husband was deployed to Iraq, I decided to revisit that
manuscript. I was in school full-time, working part-time, and still had a
surprising amount of downtime. I typed it up, rewrote huge chunks, and
somewhere along the way it turned into a series. I hadn’t planned it
that way, but the epilogue basically wrote itself—and introduced the
next main character. Caressed by Moonlight took about six months
to finish, and after that, I averaged about a book a year… until 2020,
when life hit pause and chaos took the wheel.
Did you have an author who inspired you to become a writer?
So many! Christine Feehan was my introduction to adult paranormal romance—I actually started with Dark Gold
out of order, but it hooked me completely. Then came Sherrilyn Kenyon
(who I devoured) and Johanna Lindsey, whose historicals I borrowed from
my grandmother’s shelf. Her lush storytelling and unforgettable
characters sparked something in me. Eventually, the characters in my own
imagination got too loud to ignore—and I haven’t looked back since.
What is your favorite part of the writing process?
That
glorious, chaotic moment when a character does something completely
unplanned and I sit there thinking, “Well… that escalated quickly.” Or
when they say something that makes me laugh or tear up even though I’m technically the one writing it. I do try to outline (I swear I try), but my characters often go off-script—and honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Describe your latest book in 4 words.
Dark. Steamy. Dangerous. Unforgettable.
Can you share a little bit about your current work or what is in the future for your writing?
Right
now, my writing cave is buzzing with danger, desire, and a whole lot of
supernatural drama. I recently bundled the first three Under Realm Assassins
books into a box set—perfect for anyone who loves fast-paced fantasy
romance with ruthless heroes and the women who challenge them.
I’m currently juggling three intense projects:
Fade to Night (Under Realm Assassins #4)
– When fledgling vampires start turning New Orleans into a bloodbath,
ancient assassin Cassian D’Amore is sent to eliminate the threat. He’s
cold, precise, and absolutely lethal… until he meets Raelyn, a human ER
nurse who’s as practical as she is fearless. She’s not part of his
mission, but she might be his salvation—or his undoing.
The Darkest Light (Eternal Kiss #1)
– This series kicks off with a brutal immortal warrior hellbent on
revenge. Evyn has lived for bloodshed and vengeance, but when he crosses
paths with Adelise—a mortal with eyes like fire and secrets that could
destroy them both—everything changes. It’s enemies-to-lovers with savage
heat, high stakes, and a hero who might just lose everything for love.
Caressed by Dawn (Rulers of Darkness #6)
– Gannon and Silvie have danced around each other for four books—now,
they finally get their moment. Their love has always been forbidden, but
a sudden shift in power brings long-buried truths to light, including
the mystery of how vampires were truly created… and just how deeply the
Shaw Witches have influenced everything. As their world teeters on the
edge of transformation, Gannon and Silvie must decide if their love can
survive—or if this new era will tear them, and everyone they care about,
apart. Or maybe… just maybe… it’s the beginning of hope.
Each of these stories has its claws in me, and I can’t wait to see which one drags me across the finish line first.
Under Realm Assassins Box Set
(Books 1-3)
A Bewitching Christmas
It has been seven years since Analette Dyson stopped practicing magic and
headed to New York, where she created a new life, complete with a fabulous
job, an apartment in Central Park West, and a sexy werewolf fiancé. She
never planned on returning to her small home town in Maine, but when she
learns her grandmother is ill, she decides to pop over for a visit and what
better time than Christmas? Excited for her fiancé to meet her family,
they head up a day early.
Worst idea ever!
After doing some last minute Christmas shopping, Analette returns to their
hotel to find her fiancé in bed with another woman. Cursing the
universe for her never ending bad luck with men and dreading telling her
family about her cheating fiancé, she heads to the bar to self
medicate.
Not one to celebrate the holidays, vampire and assassin, Cole McRae, has
followed a lead to a rustic town in witch territory. But after a few days of
research and waiting for his target to show, he begins to suspect he has
wasted his time. That is, until he meets a curvaceous blonde with bewitching
green eyes at the local bar. One night with the enchanting Analette could make
this useless trip well worth his time.
Their passion is undeniable and unbeknownst to them, their fates are
intertwined. Magic and romance will strike on Christmas, changing their lives
forever.
Surrender to the Chase
A year after the tragic death of his close friend and fellow assassin, Ethan
Halstead is ready to take up his sniper rifle once more. But his first
assignment is nothing he ever expected. Ethan must hunt and retrieve a
beautiful, spirited, alluring werewolf.
Knowing no other way to escape an arranged marriage, Fraya flees from her
pack. As she contemplates slipping across the border and heading to South
America, she is captured by a dangerously seductive vampire who plans on
escorting her back to her family. Even as Fraya vows to make Ethan’s
mission as difficult as possible, she can’t resist the riotous desire he
sparks within her.
But Ethan isn’t the only predator that pursues Fraya. A powerful rival
pack’s alpha wants to make her his mate. Will Ethan be able to keep
Fraya safe and return her to her pack? Or will he surrender to temptation and
claim Fraya as his own?
Wicked Passion
James Stonewoll is an Elite Assassin for the Under Realm Syndicate—an
expert hunter and merciless killer. As a former pirate, he thrives on danger,
the more perilous the mission, the better and he can't resist his newest
contract: eliminate a rebel shape-shifting magic thief that stalks the border
of the Under Realm kidnapping and murdering innocent Others. But never did the
centuries old vampire anticipate playing hero to a mythical temptress with
luscious curves, tantalizing lips, and hypnotic eyes.
Captured and held prisoner, Katya Moro was trapped in a seemingly endless loop
of unimaginable agony as her magic was slowly being torn from her soul. A gasp
away from death, she is rescued by a sinful kiss and awakens in the strong
arms of a powerful warrior whose roguish smile, sharp fangs, and intense
strength unlock dormant instincts within her, an all-consuming madness that
demands complete surrender.
Gazing down at her, James knew he had to kill her. Dark Magic Wielders, like
the beautiful female he’d found, were a grave threat to human society
and were not permitted to roam the mortal world. But Katya’s smoky voice
and sweet kisses stir a fierce hunger inside him. She is unpredictable,
uncontrollable and wickedly seductive—his perfect kind of dangerous. To
keep her safe, James will protect her from the magic thieves that hunt her and
his fellow assassins until he can find a way to return Katya to her home in
the Under Realm.
Can Katya’s passion conquer the darkness within his soul?
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