I want to welcome N.
N. Light. First I’d love you to introduce yourself.
My name is MRS N aka N. N. Light and I have been creating
stories ever since I was little. My grandfather remembers when I was two years
old, I would stand at the top of the stairs and tell him a story filled with
emotion (and in a language foreign to him) with my hands on my hips. Let’s just
say I was a born storyteller. I am an author, blogger, book promoter/reviewer,
freelance writer and social media marketer. I'm blissfully happy and love all
things chocolate, books, music, movies, art, sports and baking.
Tell us about your
latest release.
My latest release is a contemporary romance novella titled, Planting the Seeds of Love. It's the
story of Sally Rayton, torn between two men: Jack (her childhood friend who
loves working side-by-side with her on the farm) and Trevor (her city
boyfriend). She must follow her heart and choose between her life in the city
with Trevor or her country life with Jack.
Now I have a few
questions for you – I have found readers do like to know fun things about us
writers.
1.) Who is your
favorite villain – it can be from a book (even one of yours), movie or TV show.
And why?
Oooh, great question. My favorite villain (not including my
own beloved Than from my debut novel, Princess
of the Light) has got to be Dracula. I love how powerful, twisted and
romantic he is from the beginning. The mythology of Dracula goes back a long
way so that appeals to my historical self. I love that even though he's a
monster and takes advantage of weak minds, he still loves like you and me. Love
conquers all, even the undead.
2.) Who is your
favorite character out of your books? Why?
My favorite character out of Planting the Seeds of Love: A Novella is Jack. He's the childhood
friend of Sally and has loved her ever since they were little. He was such fun
to write because while he's trying to be the best friend Sally needs, his
unrequited for her overtakes his logical brain. He's the sexy guy-next-door
with a heart of gold every woman craves.
3.) What do genre do
you write? What made you pick that one?
I normally write paranormal romance but Planting the Seeds of Love: A Novella is my first foray into the
contemporary romance genre. I was nervous, at first, because I've never written
without paranormal elements before.
I picked contemporary romance because I was in a bit of a
rut, writing-wise. I wanted to try something new and this is the result. I
loved sharing Sally's story and I'm now hooked on writing contemporary romance
novellas.
4.) What are you
working on now?
I'm in the middle of writing book two in my Princess of the Light series. I'm also
brainstorming a contemporary romance Christmas novella.
5.) What got you to
start writing?
I was born. Seriously, I've been writing ever since I was
little and it's a part of me, like breathing. I've had this ability to write
and tell stories since I was young but it took me thirty years to figure out
what to do with this gift. It's been my dream to be a published author and I
can't image what else I'd rather be doing.
6.) Where do you get
your ideas from?
I free-write a lot and that is the best place I get my ideas
from. I also write flash fiction using a writing prompt. In fact, the bare
bones of Planting the Seeds of Love:
A Novella came from a flash fiction I wrote back in March 2015.
Besides that, story ideas come from people and circumstances
around me. I find inspiration in the everyday and my loved ones know they're
fair game for a future book. *smiles*
7.) What would people
who read your work be surprised to find out about you?
I have stage fright. Put a microphone in front of me and I'm
a mess. I stammer and stutter my way through. I'm much better writing a speech
than performing it. Thus, writing and book promotion are my natural abilities.
8.) Do you have any
special talents?
I love to bake. I love trying new recipes and even creating
my own. I make everything from bread to cookies to desserts.
9.) What was the one
piece of advice you received when you were an aspiring author that has stuck
with you? Why?
My writing mentor, Josh Pahigian, told me this valuable
advice: when the road gets rough (whether writing or promoting), keep going.
Being an author is a marathon, not a sprint.
I've had a lot of obstacles and mishaps in my
writing/publishing career. There were circumstances where it seemed impossible
to go on and I contemplated giving up. Then I remembered what my mentor said
and I kept going.
The road is rocky and the statistics are stacked against
authors to be successful. There will be times when you want to give up but
those who stay the course are the ones who overcome adversity and are
successful.
10.) If you could talk
to any famous figure (present, past or fictional) who would it be and what
would you talk about?
I would love to talk with Agatha Christie. I'm one of her
biggest fans and I would love to sit down with her for a chat (with tea, of
course). I'd pick her brain on creating complex characters and being a female
author in a male-dominated profession. She did things her way and I love that
about her.
11.) What song would
you say describes your life?
"Takin' Care of
Business" by Bachman- Turner Overdrive
You get up every
morning
From your 'larm
clock's warning
Take the 8:15 into
the city
There's a whistle up
above
And people pushin',
people shovin'
And the girls who try
to look pretty
And if your train's
on time
You can get to work
by nine
And start your
slaving job to get your pay
If you ever get
annoyed
Look at me I'm
self-employed
I love to work at
nothing all day
And I'll be
Taking care of
business (every day)
Taking care of
business (every way)
I've been taking care
of business (it's all mine)
Taking care of
business and working overtime
Work out
If it were easy as
fishin'
You could be a
musician
If you could make
sounds loud or mellow
Get a second-hand
guitar
Chances are you'll go
far
If you get in with
the right bunch of fellows
People see you having
fun
Just a-lying in the
sun
Tell them that you
like it this way
It's the work that we
avoid
And we're all
self-employed
We love to work at
nothing all day
And we be
Taking care of
business (every day)
Taking care of
business (every way)
We be been taking
care of business (it's all mine)
Taking care of
business and working overtime
12.) If you could come
back as any animal – what would it be?
I've thought about this a lot and my first thought was a
penguin. But truthfully, I hate the cold and that wouldn't be much fun for me.
So, I think I's like to be a lioness. I get to hunt, take care of my family and
lay around in the sun. Yup, sounds like a good life to me. *grins*
Title: Planting the
Seeds of Love: A Novella
Author: N. N. Light
Genre: Contemporary
Romance, New Adult, New Adult Romance
Blurb:
Torn between two men, Sally must follow her heart and decide
if love will lead her to the city or the countryside.
Twenty-Two year old Sally Rayton returns to the family farm
she deserted four years ago to bury her grandfather. Her plan: to settle her
grandfather's estate and return to her life in the city with her boyfriend,
Trevor Mattson.
Her childhood friend, Jack Smith, has other ideas.
Jack convinces Sally to transform the farm into a brewery
and fulfill her grandfather's dream while keeping the Rayton Farm in the
family. Sally works side-by-side with Jack while Trevor is hundreds of miles
away in the city. The more time she spends with Jack, the stronger her feelings
are for him.
When Trevor shows up to propose to Sally right before
Christmas and finds her in Jack's embrace, she must make the biggest choice of
her life: true love.
Excerpt:
"Jack, thank you so much for the lift into town," a woman
replied behind Sally. "Let's grab some lunch before we shop."
Sally froze. She stared at Linda who shook her head. What was Jack doing with a woman in town?
"Here, let me take your coat, Emma," Jack said.
Emma? mouthed Sally to Linda.
"She's the daughter of Lonnie and Mary Beth." Linda gave Emma
the look-over and scoffed. "She can't be a day over sixteen."
"What do I do?" Sally panicked. Normally she didn't care what
Jack did or who he went off with. Curiosity got the better of her and she
turned around.
Emma stood five foot three with curly blonde hair and innocent green
eyes. Her figure was slim with curves in all the right places. Sally narrowed
her eyes as Emma stood on tiptoe to kiss Jack on the cheek.
Fuming, Sally turned around. Linda chuckled.
"What?"
"You better tone down your jealousy, darlin'. You're shooting darts
everywhere."
Sally gritted her teeth.
"I'm not jealous. If Jack wants school girls kissing him, what do I
care?" She took a deep drink of her coffee, draining the cup. She slammed
it down.
"Simmer down, here they come," whispered Linda. She waved to
Jack while Sally swore under her breath.
"Well, fancy meeting you two here," Jack drawled.
Without looking up Sally retorted, "I told you I was coming into
town today."
Linda kicked Sally's leg under the table. Sally plastered a smile across
her face, greeting Jack and Emma.
"Yes, what a coincidence." Sally noticed Emma looping her arm
in Jack's and snuggling closer.
"I was on my way into town to pick up those parts we ordered for
the tractor when I ran into Emma walking by herself in the snow." Jack
smiled. Emma squeezed his arm.
"He pulled over and offered me a lift into town. Isn't he a gentleman?"
cooed Emma. Jack patted her hand.
Sally's chest constricted at the sight of the two of them acting all
couple-y. She stared into his twinkling eyes. Oh God, is he laughing at me? Emma can't have him. He's mine. Wait
what?
"So," Linda broke the strained silence. "I have to go
powder my nose. Emma, would you care to join me?"
"What's that?" Emma looked confused.
Linda laughed. "It's the bathroom, dear sweet child." She
stood up, untangled Emma from Jack and guided Emma away from the table.
Jack sat down.
"What's with you today?" he asked.
"Nothing." Sally cleared her throat.
He raised an eyebrow.
"Really!" A few diners turned to stare. Sally flushed with
embarrassment. She didn't mean to talk so loud. She looked everywhere except in
Jack's direction.
Jack observed Sally as she fidgeted, first with her coffee cup then with
the silverware. His gaze unnerved her and she practically jumped out of her
chair when he placed a hand over hers. Electricity flew up her arm while warmth
filled her core. Butterflies raced around her stomach, only she didn't feel
sick; she pulsed with life, like never before.
"Sally...look at me."
Sally shook her head.
"You'll only laugh at me."
Jack's thumb caressed her hand gently, causing her breath to hitch.
"You know I'd never laugh at you. Laugh with you, definitely, but never at you."
Sally lifted her gaze to meet Jack's loving eyes. He slid his fingers
between hers, never breaking eye contact. Sparks flew between them. He
moistened his lips with a flick of his tongue. Her gaze dropped to his lips.
"Please tell me. I'm begging you," he whispered.
Unable to think clearly through the fog of desire, Sally tilted her head
to one side. Her skin vibrated with heat while her nerve-endings jumped at the
slightest caress.
"Tell you what?" she whispered. Her throat dry, her breathing
shallow, she wet her lips with her tongue. She was under a spell and everything
fell away except for Jack's passionate eyes.
"Tell me what my wasted heart needs to hear." His eyes
flashed. "Tell me Emma made you jealous."
Sally started to nod but Emma interrupted.
"What are you guys talking about in hushed tones? Crops and
stuff?"
Jack groaned. He dropped Sally's hand as if it burned him, causing the
water glasses to jostle.
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Author Bio: N. N. Light has been creating stories ever since
she was little. Her grandfather remembers when she was two years old, she would
stand at the top of the stairs and tell him a story filled with emotion (and in
a language foreign to him) with her hands on her hips. Let's just say she was a
born storyteller.
She was born in Minnesota, lived in Southern California only
to move to chilly Ontario, Canada to marry her beloved husband MR N. She is
blissfully happy and loves all things chocolate, books, music, movies, art,
sports and baking. Her mantra is to spread the Light.
Most of the time you can find her on Twitter or getting new
ideas on how to spread the Light on Pinterest. She is a proud member of ASMSG,
Independent Author Network and Marketing for Romance Writers.
In addition to being an author, she's also a book
promoter/reviewer and social media marketer. She loves books, has ever since
she was young. Matching up books and readers is something that gives her great
pleasure.
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