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NAS: What do you love most about writing for Harlequin Special Edition?
Helen: Harlequin Special Edition books have always been my favorite romance novels to read. And now I love writing about the richly drawn characters and tackling deeply emotional subjects. The line’s catch phrase is that they celebrate Life, Love and Family and that’s exactly what drew me to them. There is a strong sense of community in a Special Edition book and a feeling of ‘realness’ that it’s as if these characters could be someone I know – a neighbour, a friend, even myself.
NAS: What do you think makes a good story?
Helen: Strong and engaging characters for starters. In a romance, a heroine the reader can really identify with and a hero they want to fall in love with.
NAS: What is your ideal holiday destination? Do you use your experiences in your stories?
Helen: My ideal destination changes constantly. At the moment I have a hankering for the American mid-west or maybe a ranch stay in Nebraska or Montana – somewhere that includes horses, big hats and wide open spaces.
I live in a small seaside town which is located at the most southern point of The Great Barrier Reef, so I guess you could say I do use my experiences in my stories,since my first books with Harlequin Special Edition are all set in a similar little town. And as an animal lover, I will often include my own animals, like my horses or dogs, in my books.
NAS: Anywhere you haven’t traveled, you would like to go?
Helen: Africa. I love animals and would love to see and experience the African native animals in their real habitat instead of at a zoo or on TV.
NAS: What one item do you always pack when you travel?
Helen: Clarins Beauty Flash – after a long flight this handy cream packs a wallop.
NAS: Tell us a little about your current release…
Three Reasons to Wed (The Cedar River Cowboys)
"Why Daddy Should Marry"
by Breanna, Milly and Tina
1. It's been long enough.
2. He looks cute when he plays dress-up with us.
3. We want a mommy—now!
In Cedar River, Grady Parker's a "catch." But on his ranch, he's just "Daddy." His three little daughters are all the females he needs…until Marissa Ellis moves in next door. He and his late wife's best friend never agree on anything—but attraction!
Marissa fulfills her promise to love her goddaughters, but their sexy cowboy daddy is off-limits. She can't—won't—step into her best friend's shoes and husband's bed, no matter how tempting he is, or how cozy his family. But three darling little girls can be awfully persuasive…
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Good answers, Helen!
ReplyDeleteThanks William. Lovely of you to stop by :)
DeleteGreat interview... I'd love to go to Africa to see the animals in their habitant too... I think it would be awesome ♡
ReplyDeleteHi Launna - Africa has always been my 'go to' place. Hoping to get there as part of the five year plan. Thanks for dropping by :)
DeleteEnjoyed the interview, ladies. Congratulations on your book, Helen. I agree about the characters. I love a good heroine and hero. An adorable cover too.
ReplyDeleteHi Beverly - yes, I was blessed with a wonderful cover. Thanks so much :)
DeleteNice interview. Southern Africa isn't a good place to be at the moment. Really really hot and dry here. :-/
ReplyDeleteHi Misha - thanks for the advice - I'll certainly be checking out the best places when I start planning the holiday :)
DeleteThe western part of the U.S. is always a great setting for romance. That's my humble opinion, of course. I enjoyed the interview. Good luck and happy new year to both of you.
ReplyDeleteHi Clee - thanks so much. I'm delighted that my new series is set in South Dakota. Happy New Year to you! :)
DeleteI enjoyed the interview. Great questions and answers. Hope everyone had a nice New Year.
ReplyDeleteHi Mary - thanks so much for stopping by :)
DeleteWas lovely hearing Helen's answers to your questions, Nas. I like that Helen likes to travel too. I like the sound of her new book. :-)
ReplyDeleteHi Denise - lovely to see you here. Thanks so much :)
DeleteOh, what a sweet idea of a story! Sounds so lovely. And I like the ranch idea, too. I wish I could ride a horse!
ReplyDeleteHi Deniz - I love ranching thing. And horses are awesome. We've got four and each one holds a special place in my heart. :)
DeleteWhat an adorable cover! Loved hearing from Helen too. I change my holiday dream destination each year based on my mood. :)
ReplyDelete~Jess
Hi Jess - yeah, I do that too. Thanks for stopping by :)
DeleteSounds like my kinda book. Yep... I just bought it. Doggone it, Nas, you sure have talked me into buying a lot of books. :)
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
Hi Susan - hope you enjoy the book! Thanks so much :)
DeleteI love both covers. So cute. I'd love to visit Africa.
ReplyDeleteHi Medeia - yes, I was lucky with both covers. Feel very blessed. Thanks so much for stoping by :)
DeleteOh my goodness, the story sounds adorable! I will profess again and again that I don't like contemporary stories, but here I go, about to add another to my reading list.
ReplyDelete(Yup, I want to hit Africa too.)
Hi Crystal - another kindred spirit! Africa is definitely on my list. Thanks for stopping by today :)
DeleteMontana certainly has horses and wide open spaces! But you probably want to wait a little before you visit. It's cold there, right now!
ReplyDeleteHi Sherry - yes, don't think I'll be hitting the mid west in the middle of winter. We have friends in Arizona, so ill probably be heading there first depending on the weather. Thanks for dropping in :)
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