Author, Liviann Walsh, was odd… she
admitted it freely and openly. She considered herself a hobbit among
giants who was odd… she worked odd hours; had an odd job; and
enjoyed odd hobbies. When her life in Northern California turns sour,
Livi, unable to turn to her parents as their relationship is
rancorous and strained, moves to Olympia, Washington. There, she
turns to the only constant source of comfort and home she’s ever
known – her cousin and best friend, Ryan.
Tristan McDermott, drama professor and rock hound, thrilled with a geode found while hiking, stops by his friend, Ryan’s, house to show it off. As soon as his eyes land on Ryan’s diminutive cousin, he is lost. She is reticent and wary; beautiful and interesting and it is all Tristan can do to convince Livi to date him… to let him into her life.
Enlisting Ryan’s help in his endeavor, Tristan begins to infiltrate Livi’s defenses and heart. Drawn inexplicably to Tristan, Livi finds herself daring to open up and hope for a new source of comfort – an addition to her idea of home. When asked to sell the rights to one of her books, Livi bravely asks Tristan to write the screenplay – he agrees, realizing she is offering her trust as well.
But when a stalker threatens to destroy their fragile home and burgeoning love, Tristan and Livi become aware of the shift in their situation both publicly and personally. Faced with this reality, can Livi confront her long ingrained fears and her parents and is Tristan’s love strong enough to protect them both?
Tristan McDermott, drama professor and rock hound, thrilled with a geode found while hiking, stops by his friend, Ryan’s, house to show it off. As soon as his eyes land on Ryan’s diminutive cousin, he is lost. She is reticent and wary; beautiful and interesting and it is all Tristan can do to convince Livi to date him… to let him into her life.
Enlisting Ryan’s help in his endeavor, Tristan begins to infiltrate Livi’s defenses and heart. Drawn inexplicably to Tristan, Livi finds herself daring to open up and hope for a new source of comfort – an addition to her idea of home. When asked to sell the rights to one of her books, Livi bravely asks Tristan to write the screenplay – he agrees, realizing she is offering her trust as well.
But when a stalker threatens to destroy their fragile home and burgeoning love, Tristan and Livi become aware of the shift in their situation both publicly and personally. Faced with this reality, can Livi confront her long ingrained fears and her parents and is Tristan’s love strong enough to protect them both?
Katherine Delaford had had
enough...
She’d had enough lies; enough cheating; enough abuse
and she was finished with men. When her second marriage ended with an
extended stay in the hospital after nearly dying at the hands of her
ex-husband, she swore off men and vowed never to trust another one
with her shattered heart. Using her anger and mistrust as her most
powerful weapons, Kat succeeds in keeping her vow… until Paul
Morgan, with his quiet temerity and gentle gallantry, turned her life
completely upside down.
Paul Morgan was no stranger to trouble
and had been dealt his share of misery and then some. Life had taught
him that people were not to be trusted and that he could only count
on himself. So in an effort to avoid more misery, he withdrew into
himself, keeping people at arm’s length… until he met Kat
Delaford. Paul could no more explain why he was drawn so inexorably
to the angry and hostile woman than he could have changed the past
that haunted him. He was simply unable to resist the urge to be with
Kat.
Drawn toward the light of friendship and sincere
kindness, Kat found herself letting go of her anger and allowing Paul
to lead her into the warmth that he offered. When Paul saves Kat from
her abusive ex-husband, she comes to understand that Paul’s past
looms heavy over him and Paul, when faced with dealing with his past
or losing Kat, struggles to accept the help and support that she
offers. Can they overcome their respective pasts and reach for the
love that is offered, or will the past destroy their love before the
gentleman can be with his lady?
Aislinn Jane O’Rourke, AJ to her
business associates, was tough. She was known to be the
Jacoby Weston was a confident man, arrogantly
secure in his prowess, who liked a challenge. Many things challenged
Jacoby… the daily running of his business, the negotiation of life
with a broken and dysfunctional family… but women did not challenge
him. Women were a pleasant diversion but never for more than one
night in his basement. Until he met Aislinn O’Rourke during
negotiations for a choice piece of property that he
wanted.
Fascinated by her intelligence, her ethics and her
incredibly sexy body, Jacoby met the challenge that Aislinn presented
with an uncharacteristic fervor. The more she rebuffed him, the more
he wanted her. Upon the conclusion of their business deal, Aislinn
and Jacoby negotiate a new deal - a deal with higher stakes than
either expected… their hearts.
With the paparazzi stalking them,
their pasts looming over them and mysterious events that unsettle
them, Aislinn and Jacoby struggle to keep their budding relationship
from being destroyed while trying to control the intense, pulsing
desire that drives it. Can Aislinn and Jacoby negotiate the
challenges of a relationship without compromising their hearts?
strongest and
most brutally honest negotiator in the state with rigidly upstanding
business ethics and high morals. Anyone who knew Aislinn knew she was
formidable and powerful. The standard to which Aislinn led her
business was the standard to which she led her life. Men were
unnecessary and unable to satisfy her mentally, emotionally or
sexually. As one of Seattle’s most eligible and wealthy, Aislinn
preferred a low profile, free of the entanglements that men
represented.
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Get To Know You Interview
Tell us is there any think about you that people don't all ready know?
I’m the youngest of seven with a 22 year spread between myself and my oldest sibling; my oldest nephew is 2 weeks older than me and my oldest niece is 11 months younger.
Your books are so emotional. How long does it take for you to be able to get the characters out of your mind and move on to the next?
I always seem to have more than one story fluttering in my head and in my word processor at the same time. For instance, right now, I’m working on a pair of stories, one takes place in Montana while the other takes place in Washington and they take place simultaneously with twin brothers as the leading men, one in each book.
Are the names of the characters in your novels important?
Not really except in the context of the books LOL.
What are the most important attributes to remaining sane as a writer?
Sane? I wasn’t sane to begin with. I have some very good friends who keep me from going sane.
How do you react to a bad review of one of your books?
I remember that even the best-selling, most popular writers have had bad reviews. If I’m really feeling down about one, I will go to a favorite best-selling book on Amazon and read some of the “bad reviews” there. It keeps things in perspective for me.
What was the hardest part of writing your book?
Usually the sex scenes… weird for a romance writer?
Did you learn anything from writing your book and what was it?
I’ve learned something from every single book I’ve written, whether it is ins and outs of writing screenplays as in Always My Love, or the steps to priesthood in The Gentleman’s Lady, or about sleep disorders in Into the Heart of Desire. Plus I learn a little something about myself and my capabilities with each one.
Who designed the covers?
The last cover, Into the Heart of Desire, is my favorite so far and it was designed by myself and created by my husband.
Describe in 5 words, your writing:
Psychologically stimulating; Emotional; Intense; Sweet
When you were a child what did you want to be when you grew up?
LOL… a Catholic nun.
What do you use to write your book?
If you mean tools… I have a laptop for writing and research as well as a tablet for quick access to a dictionary and thesaurus.
Do you listen to music while you writing or reading?
Absolutely I listen to music. The story that takes place in Montana that I’m working on is the second in a series that was inspired by Ben Howard’s Depth Over Distance and Imagine Dragons Demons.
Tell us your latest news?
The next Heart’s Desire Novel, follow up to Into the Heart of Desire, will be released in late February 2014.
What book are you reading now?
After the Storm by M. Stratton.
Do you have a nickname?
Not if the person wants to live. Nicknames typically drive me nuts… and yet I’ve given them to my kids… huh, go figure.
What are your pet peeves?
When someone leaves the lights blazing or the TV on without being in the room or intending to return. I prefer mellow lighting unless I’m quilting in which I prefer natural lighting. I know, I’m strange. LOL
Do you ever write naked?
Uh. NO
What is your favourite Starbuck’s/coffee shop drink?
First off, Starbuck’s is NASTY (I live in the PNW and can honestly say this with a clear conscience). I prefer really good espresso in the form of a nuclear hot skim milk quad shot (or more) mocha.
What's your favourite fruit?
Strawberries… preferably with Nutella.
What's your favourite tv show?
I don’t really watch TV… but I like football or baseball, depending on the time of year.
One of your favourite quotes
“A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one.” George R.R. Martin, A Dance with Dragons
Do you enjoy giving interviews?
Well, this is only my second one and neither has been in person, just in writing, so I don’t mind them.
Top Ten Book Boyfriends
Oh dear… let’s see… I’m kind of picky but I came up with eight. I’ll countdown to the top man…
8- Gideon Cross: Crossfire Series
7- Christian Grey: FSOG
6- Dag: Rule of Three
5- Trent Maddox: Beautiful & Walking Disaster
4- Gabriel Emerson: Gabriel’s Inferno Series
3- Marc D’Alessio: Nobody’s Angel of the Rescue Series
2- Travis Maddox: Beautiful & Walking Disaster
And my all-time favorite: 1- Simon Parker, Mr. Wallbanger himself.
Five Fun Facts:
1- I love all things Irish (drinking, whiskey, Belleek, sweaters, Inis… just to name a few LOL)
2- I love to watch action/adventure movies… especially the Transformers movies and the Fast and Furious movies.
3- I haven’t read anything in the last year that hasn’t been written by an Indie author.
4- My favorite dog breed is a wolf hybrid.
5- I mark everything I create (books or quilts) with a shamrock.
Thank you so much for taking part. We can't wait to read more work from you.
I'm a wife and mother of three super
kids. I'm originally from Montana but transplanted to the Pacific
Northwest in 1999. I currently live in Olympia, Washington where most
of my stories are set.I began writing in high school but didn't really pursue it seriously until 2011. My hope is that people will read and enjoy my writing as much as I enjoy creating it.
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