Interview with Molly E. Lee!!

Publisher: Entangled Teen

Published: May 7, 2019

Genre: YA Contemporary 

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Blurb:

“Edgy and smart with a sweet and sexy core.” —Rachel Harris, New York Timesbestselling author of Eyes on Me

I should’ve kept my mouth shut.

But Wilmont Academy’s been living in the Dark Ages when it comes to sex ed, and someone had to take matters into her own hands. Well, I’m a kick-ass coder, so I created a totally anonymous, totally untraceable blog where teens can come to get real, honest, nothing-is-off-limits sex advice.

And holy hell, the site went viral—and we’re talking way beyond Wilmont—overnight. Who knew this town was so hard up?

Except now the school administration is trying to shut me down, and they’ve forced Dean—my coding crush, aka the hottest guy in school—to try to uncover who I am. If he discovers my secret, I’ll lose him forever. And thousands of teens who need real advice won’t have anyone to turn to.

Ask me anything…except how to make things right. 

***INTERVIEW***

1. First and foremost, thank you for being here with us today! Please tell us a little bit about yourself. 

Thank you so much for having me! I’m Molly E. Lee, author of the upcoming release Ask Me Anything. I’m also the author of the Love on the Edge series and the Grad Night Series! I write adventure driven romance and young adult contemporary featuring strong heroines who aren’t afraid to challenge their male counterparts but are still vulnerable enough to have love sneak up on them. I’m a military spouse with two beautiful children and a stubborn English bulldog. I’m a huge fan of Blue October, Loki, Rhys, Harry Potter…did I mention Loki??? And coffee J 

2. I love the subject you’ve decided to write about in Ask Me Anything. I think sex-ed is detrimental to youth and we shouldn’t shy away from it. Where did you come up with a somewhat sensitive and at times, controversial subject matter?

Thanks so much for saying that! This was a collaboration between myself and my editor, Stacy Abrams. Given the current social climate, we were craving a strong female lead with some fire in her 

veins. We went on to explore some ideas for the content and what we felt was important and relevant 

in this modern world. And, speaking solely for myself, the idea of keeping sexual health education away from teenagers is a disservice to them. Having open communication between adults and teens is essential for creating a positive change in our world.

Digging deeper into the story, I found Amber—my main character who creates an anonymous blog where her peers can ask for sex health advice and beyond—liked to push boundaries and never shied away from a question that was controversial. Even when the stakes get high, Amber was there for people seeking help. In the end, there is nothing controversial about being there for someone who feels lost and alone in a sea of opinions on what is “right” and what is “wrong.” It’s in those times that we don’t turn away for fear of public opinion that we truly grow as human beings. 

3. Amber seems like a well-rounded and awesome character. Where did your inspiration and what can we expect from her?

Thank you! She is a powerhouse and I’m so honored she took me on her journey. I know that sounds a little odd coming from the author, but it’s a true statement. She took the reins when I was writing and didn’t hesitate to tell me when she would never say that, when she’d never have that reaction, or when she absolutely needed a double-scoop of Nutella straight from the jar. My inspiration for her character was basically an exploration of a strong girl who has something dark happen to her that shakes her sense of self-worth. Because of what happened to her, she decides to reach out and offer help to others in need, and by doing so, she heals herself. You can definitely expect Amber to push those boundaries we were touching on earlier—she has a strong family foundation with an erotica author for a mom and a teen psychologist for a dad. Not only that, she’s an exceptionally talented hacker, so the combination creates this pretty much unstoppable force that I loved writing. 

4. Creating a story is hard work full of blood, sweat, and tears. Or so I’ve heard. What routines or processes when writing a book?

You’ve heard right! There were several times I cried while writing Ask Me Anything. Some of the events that Amber goes through hit close to home and other times it was because of a topic she had 

to tackle for her blog. A ton of emotion and heart and thought went into this book and it truly was 

one of those books that wrung my soul. 

For this book, it was a year in the making, one of the longest times I’ve ever worked on a novel before. From conception to when they sent me the final document ready to go to the printer…it was months of writing, researching, and sharpening. For me, one of the main elements of this novel was the research on the hacking culture. I needed it to be as authentic as possible because there is an entire community I’m representing with Amber and Dean’s characters. Lucky for me, I have a super-secret source who helped me with even the smallest details of this novel, ensuring I stayed as true to the culture as I could.

My routine is usually the same for each book, give or take a few starting points, but for Ask Me Anything after we had the concept down it was about diving deeper into Amber’s mind. Her character was the heart of the story, so I started with her sketch and then once I had a good grip on her, I plotted each chapter in the book. Then I wrote my heart out each day (in between snack requests and school runs, of course!) There were some chapters added that weren’t originally plotted because Amber needed to have her way, and there were some chapters cut because they weren’t essential to her storyline. And after many rounds of edits and additions and cuts and formatting…we finally landed on a book that I couldn’t be more proud of. It’s equally terrifying and exciting to know that the story I spent a year working on is now out of my hands, but it’s time to give it to the readers who will breathe the real life into the characters!

5. Favorite movie? 

SUCH a hard question! I have such a wide range of movies that I love but a few that will always be on my favorite list are: The Last of the Mohicans (I mean, that score) and The Avengers (Loki gets more screen-time…hello!) Indiana Jones (then, now, always) Star Wars (mainly just then lol) And I also have a soft-sport for the most recent Tarzan—maybe it’s the romantic in me but there is something so incredibly swoon-worthy about a man tearing up a jungle to get his soulmate back. Le Sigh. 

6.  What makes Ask Me Anything unique to your other young adult novels?

Definitely the themes and content. With Amber’s character…nothing was off-limits and all of it was one-hundred percent raw. The emotions, the content, the darker elements, and the hacking culture…

all of it was new territory for me. It was an enlightening experience and one I put my entire being into. Amber’s character demanded I explore every inch of emotion I could, regardless if it would make people uncomfortable or not, and I’m truly happy with how it turned out. 

7. If you were stranded on a desert island and could only take ONE book, which one:

Oh man…I know I should always say something like How to survive on an Island but I’ll just be honest and say A Court of Mist and Fury by Sara J. Maas. I’ve re-read that book a dozen times and each time I have a happy sigh at the end. It’s one of the best depictions of depression and emotional abuse I’ve ever seen. The author does it so well, in such delicate brushstrokes, that if you haven’t been in that situation or seen it happen to someone you may not even notice until the character has her awakening moment. And the way she heals herself…there is such a strength in it and it helps you find the value in your own self-worth as well.

8. Romance. Romance. Romance. Please give us all the swoony details (if you can) expect to see :) 

YAS! Dean and Amber’s chemistry was electric and tension filled from the first page. I couldn’t put a damper on it even if I tried. Dean’s character is so important to me—he’s such a good guy, a mixture of rebel and respectful, and I can’t wait for everyone to meet him! Who doesn’t love a boy with an incredible brain, dreamy blue eyes, and the ability to recognize a strong girl when he sees her, and applaud her for it! The heat between them is unstoppable and I had no idea how vital the romance was going to be to the story until they demanded it happen J

I’m so grateful you had me over today to chat! I hope you’ll enjoy ASK ME ANYTHING when it releases on May 7th! Be sure to check out the EPIC giveaway I’m hosting in celebration of its release! Spoiler alert—there is a laptop up grabs!!! https://www.mollyelee.com/ask-me-anything-pre-order-giveaway.htmlThank you so much for having me! I’m Molly E. Lee, author of the upcoming release Ask Me Anything. I’m also the author of the Love on the Edge series and the Grad Night Series! I write adventure driven romance and young adult contemporary featuring strong heroines who aren’t afraid to challenge their male counterparts but are still vulnerable enough to have love sneak up on them. I’m a military spouse with two beautiful children and a stubborn English bulldog. I’m a huge fan of Blue October, Loki, Rhys, Harry Potter…did I mention Loki??? And coffee J 

2. I love the subject you’ve decided to write about in Ask Me Anything. I think sex-ed detrimental to youth and we shouldn’t shy away from it. Where did you come up with a somewhat sensitive and at times, controversial subject matter?

Thanks so much for saying that! This was a collaboration between myself and my editor, Stacy Abrams. Given the current social climate, we were craving a strong female lead with some fire in her veins. We went on to explore some ideas for the content and what we felt was important and relevant in this modern world. And, speaking solely for myself, the idea of keeping sexual health education away from teenagers is a disservice to them. Having open communication between adults and teens is essential for creating a positive change in our world.

Digging deeper into the story, I found Amber—my main character who creates an anonymous blog where her peers can ask for sex health advice and beyond—liked to push boundaries and never shied away from a question that was controversial. Even when the stakes get high, Amber was there for people seeking help. In the end, there is nothing controversial about being there for someone who feels lost and alone in a sea of opinions on what is “right” and what is “wrong.” It’s in those times that we don’t turn away for fear of public opinion that we truly grow as human beings. 

3. Amber seems like a well-rounded and awesome character. Where did your inspiration and what can we expect from her?

Thank you! She is a powerhouse and I’m so honored she took me on her journey. I know that sounds a little odd coming from the author, but it’s a true statement. She took the reins when I was writing and didn’t hesitate to tell me when she would never say that, when she’d never have that reaction, or when she absolutely needed a double-scoop of Nutella straight from the jar. My inspiration for her character was basically an exploration of a strong girl who has something dark happen to her that shakes her sense of self-worth. Because of what happened to her, she decides to reach out and offer help to others in need, and by doing so, she heals herself. You can definitely expect Amber to push those boundaries we were touching on earlier—she has a strong family foundation with an erotica author for a mom and a teen psychologist for a dad. Not only that, she’s an exceptionally talented hacker, so the combination creates this pretty much unstoppable force that I loved writing. 

4. Creating a story is hard work full of blood, sweat, and tears. Or so I’ve heard. What routines or processes when writing a book?

You’ve heard right! There were several times I cried while writing Ask Me Anything. Some of the events that Amber goes through hit close to home and other times it was because of a topic she had to tackle for her blog. A ton of emotion and heart and thought went into this book and it truly was one of those books that wrung my soul. 

For this book, it was a year in the making, one of the longest times I’ve ever worked on a novel before. From conception to when they sent me the final document ready to go to the printer…it was months of writing, researching, and sharpening. For me, one of the main elements of this novel was the research on the hacking culture. I needed it to be as authentic as possible because there is an entire community I’m representing with Amber and Dean’s characters. Lucky for me, I have a super-secret source who helped me with even the smallest details of this novel, ensuring I stayed as true to the culture as I could.

My routine is usually the same for each book, give or take a few starting points, but for Ask Me Anything after we had the concept down it was about diving deeper into Amber’s mind. Her character was the heart of the story, so I started with her sketch and then once I had a good grip on her, I plotted each chapter in the book. Then I wrote my heart out each day (in between snack requests and school runs, of course!) There were some chapters added that weren’t originally plotted because Amber needed to have her way, and there were some chapters cut because they weren’t essential to her storyline. And after many rounds of edits and additions and cuts and formatting…we finally landed on a book that I couldn’t be more proud of. It’s equally terrifying and exciting to know that the story I spent a year working on is now out of my hands, but it’s time to give it to the readers who will breathe the real life into the characters!

5. Favorite movie? 

SUCH a hard question! I have such a wide range of movies that I love but a few that will always be on my favorite list are: The Last of the Mohicans (I mean, that score) and The Avengers (Loki gets more screen-time…hello!) Indiana Jones (then, now, always) Star Wars (mainly just then lol) And I also have a soft-sport for the most recent Tarzan—maybe it’s the romantic in me but there is something so incredibly swoon-worthy about a man tearing up a jungle to get his soulmate back. Le Sigh. 

6.  What makes Ask Me Anything unique to your other young adult novels?

Definitely the themes and content. With Amber’s character…nothing was off-limits and all of it was one-hundred percent raw. The emotions, the content, the darker elements, and the hacking culture…all of it was new territory for me. It was an enlightening experience and one I put my entire being into. Amber’s character demanded I explore every inch of emotion I could, regardless if it would make people uncomfortable or not, and I’m truly happy with how it turned out. 

7. If you were stranded on a desert island and could only take ONE book, which one:

Oh man…I know I should always say something like How to survive on an Island but I’ll just be honest and say A Court of Mist and Fury by Sara J. Maas. I’ve re-read that book a dozen times and each time I have a happy sigh at the end. It’s one of the best depictions of depression and emotional abuse I’ve ever seen. The author does it so well, in such delicate brushstrokes, that if you haven’t been in that situation or seen it happen to someone you may not even notice until the character has her awakening moment. And the way she heals herself…there is such a strength in it and it helps you find the value in your own self-worth as well.

8. Romance. Romance. Romance. Please give us all the swoony details (if you can) expect to see :) 

YAS! Dean and Amber’s chemistry was electric and tension filled from the first page. I couldn’t put a damper on it even if I tried. Dean’s character is so important to me—he’s such a good guy, a mixture of rebel and respectful, and I can’t wait for everyone to meet him! Who doesn’t love a boy with an incredible brain, dreamy blue eyes, and the ability to recognize a strong girl when he sees her, and applaud her for it! The heat between them is unstoppable and I had no idea how vital the romance was going to be to the story until they demanded it happen J

I’m so grateful you had me over today to chat! I hope you’ll enjoy ASK ME ANYTHING when it releases on May 7th! Be sure to check out the EPIC giveaway I’m hosting in celebration of its release! Spoiler alert—there is a laptop up grabs!!! https://www.mollyelee.com/ask-me-anything-pre-order-giveaway.html

Author of The Wrong Side of Right Exclusive Interview + Giveaway with Jenn Marie Thorne

Blurb:
Fans of Sarah Dessen and Huntley Fitzpatrick will enjoy this smart debut young adult novel, equal parts My Life Next Door and The Princess Diaries—plus a dash of Aaron Sorkin.

Kate Quinn’s mom died last year, leaving Kate parentless and reeling. So when the unexpected shows up in her living room, Kate must confront another reality she never thought possible—or thought of at all. Kate does have a father. He’s a powerful politician. And he’s running for U.S. President. Suddenly, Kate’s moving in with a family she never knew she had, joining a campaign in support of a man she hardly knows, and falling for a rebellious boy who may not have the purest motives. This is Kate’s new life. But who is Kate? When what she truly believes flies in the face of the campaign’s talking points, she must decide. Does she turn to the family she barely knows, the boy she knows but doesn’t necessarily trust, or face a third, even scarier option?

Set against a backdrop of politics, family, and first love, this is a story of personal responsibility, complicated romance, and trying to discover who you are even as everyone tells you who you should be.

Today I'm very excited to bring to you a very special guest, Jenn Marie Thorne. Here on The Lovely Books, we are so happy to have her because we get to hear more about this debut author who took the community by a storm. Also we'll get to know her better as well. Sounds like a win/win to me! We'll have one lucky reader  have a chance to snag a print copy of The Wrong Side of Right! Without further ado...

1. Hey Jenn, I want to thank you again for agreeing to come on to the blog! How are you on this fine day? (Easy enough question, right?)

I am very well, and thank you for asking!

2. Tell us a little bit about yourself.

I grew up all over the place, splitting time between divorced parents in different states (and sometimes different countries), then moved to New York to study drama at NYU. Over time, my acting bug morphed into a writing bug, so I started writing web shorts and plays and screenplays and then short stories and novels. My debut, The Wrong Side of Right came out in March from Dial and my next, The Inside of Out will be released in July of next year. These days, I live in Florida with my husband, my two little boys, and my awesome hound dog Molly.

3. Where did you come up with the idea to write The Wrong Side of Right?

The initial idea came out of the year following the 2008 elections, when there seemed to be a flurry of political sex scandals all happening around the same time. The way the press talked around the kids - the “love children” - that resulted from these affairs really struck me. It made me wonder what it would be like to be a teenager facing the glare of national scandal for the first time. And then I got the idea of a fish out of water in the center of a political campaign and the book came together from there.

4. When did you first know that being a writer was what you wanted to do?

It took me a while! I was doggedly determined to be a musical theatre actress for a long time, despite the fact that I cannot dance at all and no amount of lessons will ever get me past the “movement” part of an audition. I’ve always written, but I saw it as a fun side-hobby...until I realized I enjoyed it far, far more than I’d ever enjoyed performing. Once I had that lightbulb moment, I started buckling down and working on novels - and I haven’t looked back.

5. Did you always see yourself writing young adult fiction?

I definitely set out to write either young adult or genre fiction - or, ideally, both. There’s a playfulness and a freedom in YA that you don’t see in many other markets. And there’s a hyper-focus on storytelling that I really respond to.

6. What sets your story apart from the rest?

I can only think of a small handful of YA novels set in the world of politics, which is surprising, really. It’s so ripe for drama - the tightrope political teens are forced to walk with the whole country watching, while they’re trying to figure out who they are, what they believe and what they’ll risk for their own chance at happiness.

7. Can you tell us what books you plan to write in the future?

My next book, The Inside of Out is set in the world of local and social media politics. It centers around a well-meaning but completely wrong-headed ally who hijacks her school’s LGBTQ alliance and starts a national movement - centered around herself - after her best friend comes out. I’m also working on a high fantasy trilogy and a few contemporaries.

8. Is there anything you have to have while working on a story? Such as needing to Dr. Pepper, eating a pickle, etc.

I’m pretty flexible in terms of my physical surroundings - and I often forget to eat when I’m the swing of drafting. But one thing I absolutely need is a strong outline. I’m adrift without one. I’m a plotter all the way. Can’t pants to save my life.

9. Favorite book? Movie?

This is a cruel question. :) My answers change every day, but right now: Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell and Singing in the Rain.

10. What's it like in the life of an author? More specifically, you!

Lots of Twitter. Kidding! (Not kidding at all.) It really depends on where I am in a project. Today is returning emails about copy edits, outlining a new book idea, putting together a presentation for a middle school English class, and playing with my boys.

11. Do you have any advice for aspiring authors?

Get started! Don’t waste time, like I did, mulling over whether you’re a “real writer,” whatever that means. Just write. When you finish something, send it to people you trust for feedback. While you’re waiting for feedback, start working on something new. Act like it’s your job. Eventually it will be your job and you’ll have already put in valuable time learning how to work.

There you have it, folks! Make sure you pick up Jenn's book and come back here and let us all know what you thought of it. Here are the author's links if you plan on stalking her ;)

Twitter- https://twitter.com/juniperjenny

Website- http://jennmariethorne.com/

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Interview + Giveaway- THE HIGHWAYMAN (Victorian Rebels, #1) by Kerrigan Byrne

Today I'm very excited to bring to you a very special guest, Kerrigan Byrne. Here on The Lovely Books, we are so happy to have her because we get to hear more about the deliciously sexy books, along with getting to know her as well. Sounds like a win/win to me! We'll have four lucky readers have a chance to snag a print Advance Reader Copy when it comes out next month. Now let's get started!

• Hey Kerrigan, I want to thank you again for agreeing to come on to the blog! How are you on this fine day? (Easy enough question, right?)

~​I'm doing so well!  There is a lot of stress and craziness that hits around release day, but it's mostly just excitement and gratitude for readers and their willingness to take a chance on a debut author like me.  Also, now that the kids are back in school, things are getting a lot less busy! Amiright?

• Tell us a little bit about yourself. 

~​I'm pretty boring, to be honest.  Before I wrote about sexy men for a living, I worked in law enforcement. There are days in my life when I miss it, only because working around that many alpha males can be a whole lot of fun!

• Where did you come up with the idea to write The Highwayman?

~​Oddly enough it was during a night of terrible insomnia.  I was watching TV at maybe like one in the morning and flipping back and forth between the movie THE SAINT and THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO between commercials. I loved that Val Kilmer in THE SAINT had a connection with a girl in an orphanage when they were young.  Also, THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO reminded me that I LOVE a good revenge story.  And so THE HIGHWAYMAN was born!

• When did you first know that being a writer was what you wanted to do? 

~​It was about 14, and all I could seem to do was read.  I went to school.  And read.  I went home.  And read.  I went to the movies.  And read.  I went to sporting events... well, you get the idea.  I think every writer has a moment where they get frustrated that a plot line doesn't go the way they wanted.  Then they have that thought... "If I had written this I would have..."  The rest is, as they say, history!

• Did you always see yourself writing historical romance?

~​YES!  I read Victoria Holt in Junior High and knew that I needed to turn my LOVE of history into my writing.

• What sets your stories apart from the rest? 

~​This is a hard question because I don't want to put my book above any other one, but I think THE HIGHWAYMAN stands out because of the depth of the tragedy each one of the characters had to overcome.  I love to give a sense of unflinching reality to the undeniable romance that comes with writing about love in a historical setting.

• How many books do you have out?

~​I have 3 compilations of Paranormal Highland Historicals and a Romantic suspense.

• Is there anything you have to have while working on a story? Such as needing to Dr. Pepper, eating a pickle, etc. 

~​I know this answer is as cliche as they come, but it's coffee!  With three teenagers, a busy husband, (and I'm in the middle of a move right now) I am plagued by a huge energy crisis.  Coffee is my magic elixir right now.  It's the only thing that keeps the words flowing.

• Favorite book? Movie?

My favorite movie hands down is MIDNIGHT IN PARIS by Woody Allen.  It's so damn charming! Oh wait, it's the AVENGERS!  Oh wait, it's PRIDE & PREJUDICE.  Oh wait it's...

It's hard to pick a favorite book, but I'll have to say my favorite author is Christopher Moore.  If you must read something of his, read A DIRTY JOB, or SERPENT OF VENICE.  They're hysterical!

• What's it like in the life of an author? More specifically, you!

~​Ask me in a week when THE HIGHWAYMAN is released!  All in all, it's pretty amazing.  Making a living creatively is alternately incredibly marvelous and incredibly terrifying.

• Do you have any advice for aspiring authors?

~​One of the things I see a lot of authors doing is writing what they think they should write instead of what inspires them.  They spend so much time trying to figure out algorithms and gimmicks, trying to work the system, instead of taking the time to write the book that is in their hearts.  Markus Zusack said once that the book you need to write is the one you'd finish even if you knew you would never sell it.  For me, that was THE HIGHWAYMAN.  

There you go folks! Make sure you check this wonderful book out:)

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Exclusive Interview: TELL ME SOMETHING by Aubrey Bondurant

Today's blog post we have a very special interview with Author Aubrey Bondurant! Let's give her a warm welcome<3 Her book is currently free on Amazon and Amazon Unlimited. Be sure to check it out! 

Goodreads- http://bit.ly/1ejDhK9

Blurb:

The sexual tension is palpable; the erotic path they’re on is inevitable.

Haylee Holloway has experienced more grief than a twenty-two year old should have to endure. When she moves to LA for a fresh start and takes a job as an assistant for an advertising company the last thing she expects is to have to step in last minute during a photo shoot as the model. Her bikini line and weight are suddenly open topics of discussion, and a client’s million dollar campaign is hanging in the balance. To cap it off, the multi-millionaire, gorgeous owner of the company shows up and takes charge.

Josh Singer, the owner of Gamble Advertising is private, intense, and hard to read. His voice is sexy, his eyes are smoldering and when he learns of Haylee’s goal to save money for law school, he makes her an offer she can’t refuse:
To move to New York City and work for him directly as his assistant.

Haylee’s dilemma: how does she travel the world with a HOT boss whose voice alone conjures up an erotic fantasy and not completely make a fool of herself? Frustrated with Josh’s mixed signals, Haylee finally puts it all on the line. Blurring both their professional and personal lives can they keep things temporary as planned or will they both realize some things weren’t meant to end?

Full Length Standalone book with no cliffhanger. First book of the “Something Series”
This book is for mature audiences only 

Interview:

1. I'm so happy to have you on the blog today! We'd all love to get to know YOU just as much as we want to know about your books. But first things first, how are you?

Thank you so much for having me! I’m doing really well. The last couple weeks have been a roller coaster of emotions for sure with the release of my first book! 

2. You just had a book recently come out in June called Tell Me Something. Could you tell us a little bit about what it's about?

It’s about Haylee Holloway who is twenty-two years old and alone in the world since losing her parents. She’s trying to save for law school and working as an administrative assistant. The book starts out where she is at a client’s photo shoot and has to step in for the model. She’s down to earth and self-deprecating with her sense of humor so when she meets Josh Singer, the owner of her company she’s not quite sure what to do with his serious and hard to read persona. By the end of the night he’s given her an opportunity to save money for law school over the next few months by working for him directly and moving to New York. The dilemma is that she’s really attracted to him and can’t quite figure out if he feels the same. Having to travel the world with just the two of them gives plenty of opportunity to figure out if he might feel the same. 

From there it’s a journey from casual office fling to getting to know one another and working through individual obstacles. Both of them plan on this being temporary but as the end date draws near, they struggle with saying goodbye. They both have to acknowledge and then figure out a way to get beyond their trust issues: Josh with a messy divorce and Haylee with the fear of abandonment.

3. Will this be a series? Stand-alone? Why did you decide to pursue this route?

This is the first book to the “Something Series” however it is a stand-alone book. I decided to make this book stand-alone because we’ve all been there with a book that is a cliff-hanger. Some people like it-I only like it if the next book is already out-the wait is too brutal otherwise. Plus I love a HEA in a book and really worked to develop not only the main characters but the secondary ones so that people would want them to have their own story. The result has been fantastic as people will ask me if certain characters get their own book later and the answer is YES. And the best part in my opinion is that you get to follow along with the lives of the first couple in the next books. It’s like a glimpse beyond the book into characters’lives that you’ve already invested in. Ask Me Something will be out by the end of the year about Sasha and Brian (two characters featured in this book).

4. Where did the idea of Tell Me Something come from?

I wish I had some sort of backstory for the characters, but they truly popped up in my head and developed over the years. However it really didn’t take off until I changed my style of writing to what I refer to as “Smutty Chick-lit.” I love witty Chick lit books, but by the end of most of them, I’m left wishing they had sex scenes. So I combined the two which really allowed Haylee’s sense of humor, sarcasm and thoughts come out (as well as my personality) plus some steamy scenes between the two of them. Once I switched from he/she said the book really came together.

5. What sets your book apart from other books?

This isn’t a love at first sight book. Their feelings take time to develop as they get to know one another and you see the progression throughout the book. 

Also it’s written (until the epilogue) in Haylee’s POV. She doesn’t know what Josh is thinking and neither do we. I feel like that is much more relatable to every female out there who has tried to guess what a man’s motivation is or what may be on his mind upon meeting him, talking with him, getting to know him. You have to guess right along with her. Sometimes it’s funny; sometimes it’s frustratingas you may have a different perception of his character than she’s feeling in the moment.

6. Do you have a favorite place to write?

My favorite place to write is when I travel for work whether it is in the hotel room, train, plane, etc. My mind is inspired by something I’ve seen or envisioned because I’m out of my normal routine. I then like to incorporate some of those places into my books.

7. Coke or Pepsi?

I’m a complete Coke addict!!

8. Where can readers find you on social media?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Aubrey-Bondurant/1449216345389170

Twitter: (I’m new here): https://twitter.com/AubreyBondurant

9. What's your favorite book? Favorite movie?

My favorite book is Bared to You by Sylvia day. Her flow of writing, ability to tell a story and compelling characters are inspiring.

My favorite movie is Love Actually. (perhaps there is a theme of weaving stories connected) J

10. Do you have any advice for aspiring writers?

Yes. Don’t let another day pass with things on your c drive of your computer. It’s scary to put anything out there, but find a beta reader/editor that will review your work and more importantly guide you in the process. Sometimes it takes an unbiased opinion to encourage you to take the next step!

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About the Author:

Aubrey Bondurant loves to write, read and travel. She’s former military and lives on the East Coast with her husband and boys. She has an affinity for big drooly dogs and a great margarita.

When she isn’t working full time at her day job, she puts fingers to keyboard to craft a story. She had a goal to publish her first book before she turned the big 4-0. She may have missed that by a tad, but has finally fulfilled that dream with Tell Me Something!

She calls her style of writing, "Smutty Chick-lit" and likes to write a novel with an ending and no cliff hanger with the sequels for the purpose of supporting characters.