Cheryl's Book Nook

I want to introduce you all to a new author to me. Her name is Linda Weaver Clarke . You can read a sample chapters of these books here . Bio: Linda Weaver Clarke was raised on a farm surrounded by the rolling hills of southern Idaho and has made her home in southern Utah among the beautiful red mountains. She travels throughout the United States, teaching a “Family Legacy Workshop” at libraries, encouraging others to turn their family history and autobiography into stories. Clarke is the author of the historical fiction series, “A Family Saga in Bear Lake, Idaho,” which includes the following novels: Melinda and the Wild West - a semi-finalist for the “Reviewers Choice Award 2007,” Edith and the Mysterious Stranger, Jenny’s Dream, David and the Bear Lake Monster, and Elena, Woman of Courage I want to thank you for allowing me to interview you. The first question is easy. Please share with the readers about yourself. I was raised on a farm in southern Idaho and have made my home in sou...

I am pleased to introduce you all to a new author. Her name is Margay Roberge. Writing has always been a passion of mine from the very first time I picked up a pencil. Telling stories has always been in my blood; there have always been great tellers of tales in my family, whether it was my grandmother passing on a family store or distant relatives publishing their own. Yes, my claim to fame is being related to the Lowells of Boston - James Russell Lowell, Amy Lowell and Robert Lowell. So I’m not kidding when I say that writing is in my blood. Though I started out writing just for me, somewhere along the way I came to realize that others might be interested in what I have to write. It started with family and friends, then teachers, but still, it took some time to convince myself to pursue publication. It has been quite a journey, culminating in the publication of my first book, Nora’s Soul. Here’s to continuing the journey. I want to thank you for letting me interview you. Thank you fo...

I am happy to bring to you all a new author. Her name is Susan Palmquist and her first novel A Sterling Affair was just released December 5, 2008 with The Wild Rose Press. I want to thank you for letting me interview you. Please tell everyone about yourself? Also share something about yourself that people would be surprised to learn about. I’m originally from London, England. I’m a freelance writer and once worked as a publicist for a publishing company. I love to cook and sometimes being in the kitchen helps me work out problems I’m having with the plot or characters in my novel. I’m also an avid gardener and dabble with some photography now and then. You’d surprised to know that after all these years of living in the US, I still have my English accent. What is your favorite food to eat? Easy one, chocolate. Do you have a favorite vacation spot? Majorca, one of islands off the Spanish mainland. I used to vacation there when I was a teenager. It’s a bit too far to travel to from the ...

I bring to you a my interview with Mr. Keogh , author of Room for Two . Room for T wo is a book about Mr. Keogh's journey and what he went through when his prior wife took her life. My review Many years ago Abel Keogh's wife, Krista took her life as well as the life of their daughter's Hope. Abel was only twenty-six years old when this sad situation took place. While everyone around Abel was trying to figure out why Krista did it, Abel was grieving his wife and precious daughter. Three months later Abel discovered he didn't want to he alone anymore. He was ready to start dating again. Abel had reservations as it seemed too soon. Abel went out on a few dates with a couple different women but no one he was really interested in. Then one day that all changed. Abel was at church the first time he set eyes on Julianna Taylor. She was so beautiful and she was a marathon runner. Abel asked Julianna out on a date. They got along right away but how would Julianna feel when she ...

I just recently discovered this new author. Well as you all know me I love sharing my discoveries of new authors. I introduce you to Debbie Alferio , author of the Forever series. First off let me say thank you for doing this interview. It was a pleasure. Thank you! The pleasure is all mine, and I appreciate your interest in me and my work. What’s your idea of a relaxing day? Sleeping late, doing some writing in my pj’s until early afternoon, having lunch, and then just hanging out with my husband and sons for the rest of the day. Where do you draw your inspirations from? Who are your inspirations? The inspiration for my books actually came from a dream. In the dream, I was talking to a man I didn’t know and addressed him as Mitch, although I know no one by that name. When I woke up, I began to write the story that was forming in my head. Six months later I had completed my first novel, A Forever Kind of Love , and my “dream man” became Mitch Tarrington, my lead character. I feel that ...

I have just read a very powerful book titled Surviving Ben's Suicide by Mrs. C. Comfort Shields. Her book is about her boyfriend Ben, who took his life. I know this type of book might not be for everyone and that is fine. Mrs. Shields was nice enough to do an interview with me about her book. See both my review and interview. My review Fifteen years ago Comfort’s boyfriend, Ben decided to end his life. This may seem like the end but really it is just the beginning for Comfort. Read her story about life, helping people, encouragement, and empowerment in Surviving Ben’s Suicide. When Comfort first met Ben, she thought he was very cute. Ben was in the Navy. As Comfort and Ben’s friendship turned into a relationship, things were going good. They would spend their time together just talking about life as well as how much they liked each other. There was something about Ben that made him unique. He liked to run at night in addition to carrying on deep conversations in the middle of th...

As I told you all yesterday, I would have an interview with Sharon to share and so here it is. Enjoy. I appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedule to do this interview. I appreciate the opportunity, Cheryl. Thank you. What’s something about you that we’d be surprised to learn? Hmmm. . .maybe my age, that I'm sixty and publishing my first novel. Or maybe not. Isn't 60 the new 40? What’s your idea of a relaxing day? A day when I don't have to cook. Having raised three kids, I suffer from terminal kitchen burn-out. Thank goodness, Wayne is masterful in the kitchen. What is the best advice you’ve ever received? Be yourself. And what is the worst? Be yourself. I'm painfully shy. I think a lot of writers are, that's why we bury ourselves in our writing. In marketing my novel, I'm having to step fully out of my comfort zone and that's not easy. Which comes first for you … the character or the plot? Generally, the plot idea comes first. Then I add the nec...

Ms. Amiri asked me if I would be interested in reviewing her latest book Druid Quest. Due out in August 08. I said yes and asked if she would be willing to do an interview also. She agreed so here it is. Enjoy and I hope you purchase the book. Check out my review in the coming weeks. I appreciate you taking the time to do this interview with me. Explain what a day in the life of an author is like? How long does it take from start to finish to complete a book? When I’m off from my day job, I begin around 8 am, go to the computer, pull up a completed rough draft for rewrites or a new project to write fresh. It depends on how high my energy level is. I usually have one finished rough draft and two with only a few chapters written. So I always have plenty to do. Then I eat and work on my writing some more. I switch over to reading and answering e-malls or sending comments on my space. After super, I watch a little TV or read. Back to writing for an hour or two. I go to sleep and wake up ...

I was introduced to this author for one of the review sites I review for. See my review here for Seduction 101 http://www.fallenangelreviews.com/2008/May/Cheryl-Seduction101.htm So I took a chance and contacted Debra Moore aka Moira Reid to see if she would be interested in doing a interview. She said "Yes". So I present to you my interview. I want to thank you for taking the time to answer some questions. Thank you for having me here. It’s an honor just to be asked...I always wanted to say that, and now I know how it feels. :-) What’s your idea of a relaxing day? If I have the whole day to myself, I write all day. My butt gets numb, but that’s what I love to do. Let’s suppose for a moment that I’ve gotten all my big fires put out, and I haven’t started anything new...this happens once in a while. On those days, I watch movies...loads of popcorn, loads of butter, and loads of old romance movies. Pride and Prejudice, Gone with the Wind, When Harry Met Sally , etc. Love movie...

I present to you all another interview for my Sunday Salon. Hope you enjoy it. Just to get you started. Here's a little bit of information about Mr. Lynskey . Author Bio. I've published three novels in the P.I. Frank Johnson series ( THE DIRT-BROWN DERBY, THE BLUE CHEER, and PELHAM FELL HERE ) as well as a short fiction collection ( OUT OF TOWN A FEW DAYS ). THE BLUE CHEER generated positive reviews in prominent print media like PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, BOOKLIST (a starred review), SANDIEGO UNION-TRIBUNE, ARIZONA DAILY STAR/TUCSON CITIZEN, THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT, as well as in major such Canadian newspapers as LONDON FREE PRESS and HALIFAX CHRONICLE-HERALD. My creative work has received critical acclaim from such print media venues as ELLERY QUEEN MYSTERY MAGAZINE, BOOKLIST (starred review), PUBLISHERS WEEKLY,LIBRARY JOURNAL, CHOICE, SAN DIEGO UNION-TRIBUNE, ARIZONA DAILYSTAR/TUCSON CITIZEN, HALIFAX CHRONICLE-HERALD (CANADA), LONDONFREE PRESS (CANADA), LANSING STATE JOURNAL, THE VIRGIN...

Here's a treat for The Sunday Salon. A interview with Sheila Stewart . I want to thank you for taking the time to answer some questions. Thank you Cheryl for doing this interview. What’s your idea of a relaxing day? Hmmm, relax, what’s that? I rarely ever just relax. This really made me think. LOL I guess I would chose lounging on the sofa and watching movies with my hubby, ordering some take out and not lifting a finger to do any of the dozens of things I do on a regular basis. Can you tell me what it’s like living in Canada? Since it’s the only place I’ve ever lived I’m not sure how to answer this. I love being a Canadian and wouldn’t change it for the world. Where do you draw your inspirations from? Who are your inspirations? Other authors and books inspire me. I love to read, love to watch movies and always feel creative after watching a really good movie. What is the best advice you’ve ever received? And what is the worst? Best advice I ever received would be from my husba...