Please welcome Constance Phillips to our humble abode !!!
Hi Constance, can you tell us a little about yourself?
I live
in Ohio with my husband, daughter, and four canine kids. My son, now on his
own, is planning a wedding, reconfirming that romance still lives and breathes.
When
not writing stories of finding and rediscovering love, my husband and I spend
the hours planning a cross-country motorcycle trip for the not-so-distant
future…if we can find a sidecar big enough for the pups.
What did you want to be when you were growing up
or did you always want to be a writer?
Always a
writer. I tried to do that ‘get a job to pay the bills’ route in college and
studying Sociology. I ended up getting married before I finished my degree and
have done the ‘day job’ thing over the years, but writing was ALWAYS the career
of choice.
When did you first start writing?
I was in my
early teens when I started writing my first book.
What is a typical writing day like for you?
If it’s a day
I’ve dedicated to writing, I try to have my blog posted and social media fun
set aside by nine am. I then completely focus on writing until I take a lunch
break (Usually between eleven and twelve). I then hit the computer again for a
two to three hour writing session before tending to ‘business of writing’
chores.
Do you have any specific routine you follow or
specific items you need with you when you write?
My drink
(Coffee in the AM, Diet Coke after lunch), some music, and sometimes a munchy
snack like pretzels or chips
What is your favorite part of writing? Is there anything you don’t like about being
a writer?
Creating a
new story is my favorite part. For me, it’s all about the discovery, learning
about my hero and heroine and creating their romantic tale.
Least
favorite, the waiting. And, there is a lot of waiting in writing.
What is your favorite length of book to
write? (Short story, novella, full
length novel) Why?
Before last
year, I would have said full-length, single title novel. But in 2013 I wrote a
novella and a short story and really enjoyed the process. The thing I like
about single title is that I can incorporate a sub-plot.
How does your family feel about your writing and
you being an author?
My entire
family is very supportive of me and enjoy it. Well, except for the days that I
lock myself in my office for hours and hours and they don’t get to see me
.
Is there a to-be-read waiting on your bedside table?
My kindle is
FULL of to-be-reads. At the moment, I’m
writing toward a deadline, so the books will have to wait about a week and half
before I decide what’s up next. It will really depend on my mood when I turn
the kindle on.
Just for fun, I have a few personal
questions,
Favorite 5
1) Favorite
Holiday -- Christmas!
2) Favorite
Drink – non alcohol – Diet Coke, alcohol -- Margaritas
3) Favorite
Author – Sherrilyn Kenyon
4) Favorite
Book – (you’re really going to make me pick?!) I’m going to say Acheron at the moment,
but it’s subject to change.
5) Favorite
Animal – I’m a dog person!
And for a bonus:
What is a typical mood for you?
And is your mood different when you’re writing?
I like to
think I’m generally in a good mood. Although, I can be quick to anger (probably
my worst fault.) I can also let stress build up.
My writing
definitely effects my mood, when I’m working on a black-moment, I can become a
weepy mess. I also tend to get a little euphoric when writing the
happily-ever-after.
Where can our readers find you??
Email: Phillips.connie@gmail.com
Is there an upcoming or current release you would
like to share with us today and where can we find it?
“Birthday” Book: Resurrecting Harry
[Crescent
Moon Press]
In order to save Bess from
self-destruction, Harry Houdini puts his afterlife on the line by entering a
wager with purgatory’s keeper. He gives Harry a younger face and body, and a
new name: Erich Welch.
Bess clings to his promise to
deliver a coded message from beyond the grave, determined to provide the bridge
for him to cross, even if that means befriending her husband's sworn enemy.
Erich needs to help Bess over her
loss and put her on the road to healing, but will any good come from
resurrecting Harry?
Buy links: Amazon POD Amazon Kindle B&N ARe
Current Release: All That’s Unspoken [Turquoise
Morning Press] http://www.theromancereviews.com/mypageprofile.php?location=CMPhillips
Coming in May: One Lucky Night (w/ Aria Kane, Ana
Blaze, Grace Teague, Melinda Dozier)
Coming in August: The Ultimate Catch [Whiskey
Creek Press]
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One last thing before we let you leave us today, do you have a favorite recipe you'd like to share? I like to cook and am always looking for new
recipes to try and share but it's totally up to you.
I know we’re spotlighting Resurrecting Harry, But I do have
a recipe for the Peppermint
Hot Cocoa that is “seen” in All That’s Unspoken.
Hailey's Hot Cocoa (All That's Unspoken)
Making hot cocoa from scratch is one of those things that has been "made easier" by little white envelopes of instant powder. But Hailey (From All That's Unspoken) knows that some things in life are better when we put forth a little effort, and that's especially true for a cup of instant heaven. It has the power to soothe a heartache, warm a body and heart, and chase away the monsters from a little girl's dream.
Even though, when pressed, Hailey kept her secret ingredient from Nate, she has decided to share it with all of you here.
Peppermint Hot Cocoa
Ingredients
1/4 cup cream
1 Tbsp. sugar
1 1/4 cup whole milk
1/2 tsp. cocoa
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chip morsels
A dash or two of peppermint oil (depending on taste) or replace 1/2 of the semi-sweet chocolate for chocolate mints.
Toppings: marshmallows or whip cream and broken candy cane chips
Directions:
Add cream, sugar, milk and peppermint oil to a small sauce pan over medium heat and bring to a boil.
Remove from the heat and add cocoa, morsels and chocolate mints (If didn't use peppermint oil) to the saucepan.
Whisk until everything is melted and smooth.
Pour into mugs and top with marshmallows or whip cream and then add pieces of a broken candy cane.
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Giveaway
There will be 2
separate giveaways for this tour
1st - $25
Amazon GC + Swag Pack provided by Constance Phillips
http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/c7458f23/" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway
2nd - Kindle
6” ereader w/offers and 3 books + a swag pack, provided by Constance Phillips,
Shawna Romkey and Jody A Kessler for their joint “Book Birthday”
http://www.rafflecopter.
Thanks for hosting today!
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