Material: cashmere, silk, cotton or denim?
I’d have to go with denim pants and a cotton shirt. I think cashmere itches and silk feels kind of slimy, esp. if it’s silk sheets. You just kind of slide off the bed. Lol!
Hair length: long, shoulder, shaggy, short or bald?
Depends on the man. I grew up in the 70’s and all the hot guys had long hair. But even Bon Jovi’s hair is short now. And I think black men “do” bald better. Shemar Moore (aka: Derrick Morgan from Criminal Minds) is hot. Then again, Bruce Willis has lost most of his hair and he’s still fine looking. But I never had a thing for Telly Sevalis. Lol! So, I guess it depends on the man. As far as stars go, I’m kind of partial to Richard Gere because I think he looks a bit like my husband.
Eye color: brown, blue, green or hazel?
I like contrast. Dark hair with blue eyes or blonde hair with brown eyes.
Performing arts: 0pera, ballet, Broadway or symphony?
I don’t think I could stomach an opera. I’m a country girl. I loved the ballet when my daughters took dance, lol! But I don’t think it’s the same thing. And I got enough of symphony-type music taking band for 6 years, so I’m going to go with Broadway. I saw My Fair Lady many years ago and loved it. And I like plays.
Jewelry: diamonds, pearls, jade or rhinestones?
I can only pick one? Then it’s got to be diamonds!
Flowers: orchids, roses, lilies or daisies?
Peonies and gardenias are my favorite flowers but of the flowers listed, I love lilies, esp. Calla lilies.
Alcoholic beverage: Champagne, wine, whisky or beer?
I like dark German Beer or a nice Merlot.
Non-alcoholic beverage: coffee, tea, soda or water?
I like coffee in the morning and water or sweet tea with my meals. In between meals, I drink water. I haven’t had soda since 2007. I lost my taste for it after chemotherapy for breast cancer. Now, when I drink it, it feels like it’s eating the enamel off my teeth.
Favorite snack: popcorn, chips, cookies or candy?
Popcorn is good, but I LOVE cookies and white chocolate chip macadamia nut cookies are my favorite, esp. the ones at Subway.
Weather: sunny, cloudy or rainy?
My first historical romance, Slightly Tarnished was just released from The Wild Rose Press on 6/3/11
Blurb:
Victorian romance laced with danger.
When a brooding English earl with a SLIGHTLY TARNISHED reputation marries his dead wife’s American cousin to save her from her uncle’s vengeful schemes, the sea captain’s daughter with a taste for adventure sparks desires he thought long dead.
Nicole Keller has always been headstrong and independent, but after a failed business venture and a sinking ship take her father, her home, and her childhood sweetheart, Nikki must support herself and her mother. But moving to England and marrying Chadwick Masters, Earl of Gilchrest isn’t what she has in mind. And falling in love with the mysterious earl could endanger both their lives.
And my second historical, Wholesale Husband, is set to release 9/28/11
Blurb:
Victorian romance laced with danger.
When a brooding English earl with a SLIGHTLY TARNISHED reputation marries his dead wife’s American cousin to save her from her uncle’s vengeful schemes, the sea captain’s daughter with a taste for adventure sparks desires he thought long dead.
Nicole Keller has always been headstrong and independent, but after a failed business venture and a sinking ship take her father, her home, and her childhood sweetheart, Nikki must support herself and her mother. But moving to England and marrying Chadwick Masters, Earl of Gilchrest isn’t what she has in mind. And falling in love with the mysterious earl could endanger both their lives.
I also write paranormal romance.
All my books can be found at: http://goo.gl/Ei9vM
Thanks for having me on your blog today, Emma. It’s been fun!
Thanks for having me this morning, Emma. This was a fun interview.
ReplyDeleteGreat interview, Lilly. You're historicals sound yummy.
ReplyDeleteI love the title, WHOLESALE HUSBAND. Can't wait for it to be released. Neither can my Kindle. Much success to you.
ReplyDeleteGreat interview, ladies.
ReplyDeleteLilly - Wholesale Husband sounds fantastic!
Ooh- these sound like great reads! I'm with you on the German beer Lily, I love a good pilsner!
ReplyDeleteThanks for being a guest today, Lilly! I'm always in the market for a good Victorian romance. Will be adding your books to the TBR pile. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting Marie, Vonnie, Sarah and Jennifer!
ReplyDeleteI have to say I'm a fan of Czech beers myself, though I wouldn't pass up a German beer, especially if I could drink it while in Germany. :)
What a fun interview! Congrats on your new release! The cover is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed your answers Lilly. We sound a lot alike! I'm more of a jade girl though, but my fave stone is Opals. I can't wait to read this book! Good luck on your next release hon!
ReplyDeleteHi Lilly - thank you for sharing you cancer survivor status. So important for women to know that life goes on and look what you've accomplished! Your new book and cover are as gorgeous at Slightly Tarnished (great title) and Wholesale Husband (I love the twist on the usual hook). Great going.
ReplyDeleteOk, on your endorsement, I now plan to try a dark German beer. I'll get back to you!
thanks for a fun blog.
Howdy Susan, Calisa and Lynne!
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone! I got the idea for Wholesale Husband when my grandmother died and one of the things she left me was an antique steamer trunk. There were homemade quilts, afghans, and old papers inside that trunk along with an 1889 Montgomery Ward catalog. The catalog led to research where I discovered a bad blizzard hit New York in 1888. And a couple of years later, Wholesale Husband was complete. I submitted it to a couple of traditional NY publishers where the editors said they loved the story but no the hero was too Beta and therefore unsellable. They said women wanted rich, powerful men or men who lived in Exotic locations or had exciting jobs. Devin Flannery is a poor Irish immigrant who works in an ice house by day and boxes at night. But, he's not all beta. I'm just so thankful that TWRP is giving him a chance. I love him and hope you ladies will too.
ReplyDeleteAnd Chad from Slightly Tarnished isn't bad either. Tall, dark, and brooding.
And my favorite German Beer is a double bak or a dark heffenwiesen. (probably spelled that wrong!)
Lilly, I enjoy reading your plots, scenes, characters because of the adventurous plots with characters that are unpredictable and the storylines keep me guessing. I hate reading about the same plots with different characters that do the same predictable things through every book. Give me something new with suspense. You do without a doubt. Readers who haven't read your books are missing pure entertainment and plot twists that keep a person guessing throughout the book.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
Rebecca
Nicely said, Rebecca. Thank you for visiting.
ReplyDeleteThanks Becky! You always say the kindest things.
ReplyDeleteLily, I look forward to reading SLIGHTLY TARNISHED and also look forward to WHOLESALE HUSBAND--gorgeous cover! Best of luck.
ReplyDeleteCaroline, I love most all TWRP book covers. Yours are always nice too. TWRP cover artists are amazing.
ReplyDeleteEmma, thanks so much for having me on your blog. Hope to return the favor one day. Just let me know.
What a fun interview Emma & Lilly! I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know you better. I'm a sucker for a good historical and "Slightly Tarnished" looks to be up my alley! I'll be adding it to my TBR pile.
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Steph