Today, fellow author Lana K. Dempsey is stopping by to talk
about her latest book!
Hi! I'm Lana K. Dempsey, Lana Kay to my relatives, said with a long drawl on the second half. I write about hot cowboys.
Thank you for having me! I love your name, by the way; it evokes such a wonderful calming image. It makes me feel like I'm being interviewed at a fancy spa!
Of course! And thank you for the compliment on my name. So kind of you.
Let me ask a few questions since
you're here...
All right.
Can you tell us a little about your latest book? When did it come
out and where can we get it?
A COWBOY’S TRUE COLORS is my debut
novel and can be found on Amazon today! Right now! Go get it! Hurry, before
they sell out. ;) Ha ha!
It’s
the first in a series, The Mystical
Traditions of Buckshaw Ranch. Book 2 is due to come out in a week or so,
around mid-July. Book 3 won’t be far behind, it’s due out August 11th! It’s a
novella which will be published in The
Hell Yeah! Kindle World. Book four is already in the plotting stages.
Book
1, A COWBOY’S TRUE COLORS is about a
group of young adults who come into a family legacy of subtle, but definite,
supernatural powers. More everyday magic, if you will. Nobody is flying
through the air or anything. Ha, ha! Meanwhile, they fall in love, have hot
sex, and uncover an epic, multi-generational conspiracy. It’s a rich, layered
story with a few surprises along the way.
It’s
a no-brainer for me. I grew up in Texas; painting a picture of a hot cowboy
comes easily. I love my characters and the early feedback is all good! I know
you’ll love them too!
Sounds great! Congratulations on your new series!
So, what inspired you to write this book? And how did you get into writing Sensual Romance?
So, what inspired you to write this book? And how did you get into writing Sensual Romance?
That’s easy, the great Sable Hunter. It doesn’t hurt
that I’m a romantic at heart. Sable read the first draft of book 1 and
encouraged me to go forward with publishing. She also inspired me with her
amazing skill as a storyteller.
Honestly,
it didn’t take much of a nudge. I was set to pop. I’ve been writing and telling
stories since I was a small child. I really get into the worlds and the
characters. By the time I’m done, I feel like I could reach out and touch them.
Awesome! Well, I think that's the way it's supposed to be. ;)
Tell us...what, do you feel, sets your
book apart from other books in the genre?
Here is a quote from Sable Hunter regarding my
second book, “a unique mix of genres
cowboy/paranormal/new adult with some interesting history woven in to tie it
all together.”
Another
thing is I’m a born and raised Texan. I need only take a trip into Shiner (Yes,
the town that makes the beer) for lunch, sit by a window and watch the real
cowboys walk by. All it takes is one with a story on his face for me to set off
down the merry trail of creating a fictional world.
Nice!
Please give us a teaser or two of the book if you
can.
(from book 1)
(from book 1)
For the briefest
moment he stopped his scan of the room and studied her. Or was she remembering
that wrong? She was never sure. Either way, his expression didn’t change and he
continued his inventory of his fellow classmates. After that, he hadn't spoken
to her until the last couple of days.
“Ah, yes. I'm sorry about that, I was a bit distracted.
It wasn't for lack of interest, I assure you.” Victor pressed himself a little
closer to her under the blanket.
“You don't seem very distracted now.”
This made him laugh. “Honestly, I've been worried about
my brother. Right now he seems a bit taken with your friend, so I feel a little
less guilty about indulging in my own interests.”
“Is Reggie okay?” she asked.
When Victor didn't answer right away, her mind raced
through various possibilities. Maybe Reggie was sick, he hadn’t been to school, they’d only just met him
tonight.
“I'm sorry, I really can't share that with you right
now.”
Astrid instantly regretted having asked. The lighthearted
mood was gone. Dang it! She chided herself for having brought it up. Then she
had an idea. Before she could talk herself out of it she leaned into him and
with her open palm drew a long caress down the length of his thigh. She felt
him freeze up. Afraid she might have offended him with her forwardness, she
paused and tilted her head up a little bit in an attempt to read his face in
the dim light.
How wrong she had been.
Victor met her upturned face with the full force of his
lips on hers. His leather jacket whispered as he reached around and grabbed her
by the back of the neck to pull her closer to him. Despite her heart beating so
hard it seemed about to jump out of her chest, she turned into him draping her
knee over his leg. She brushed against the bulge between his legs with her
thigh. The warmth there and the image of what lay beneath those Levi's made her
melt entirely.
“I’ve wanted to kiss you for so long.” Victor practically
growled the words when he finally pulled away from her long enough to speak.
“I want to do more than kiss you.”
The feel of her voice, hot and sultry against his neck,
was enough to drive him wild. How had he held this in for so long?
“That can be arranged," he told her, thinking ahead
of places he could get them some privacy. Maybe next time at her house, before
her mom comes home, he plotted.
“Where can we go? I'm not kidding, I want you now.” The
urgency inside her would not be ignored. This new, demanding part of herself
seemed to be taking over.
“Now?” His heart stuttered a beat as he realized she was
completely serious. Again, he grabbed her by the neck and kissed her long and
hard, this time pushing his warm tongue past those sweet lips. Eagerly she
responded, pressing her chest up against him and letting out a tiny moan.
That was it, he was completely undone. I will have her
now, he said to himself. “This way.” His voice was thick with the ache of
desire. Gathering up the blanket, he draped it over his shoulder and grabbed her
by the hand.
She followed silently, her body alive, vibrating to an
age old rhythm. Watching him walk ahead of her, she suddenly felt a proprietary
right to watch the roundness of his behind without restraint. It was beautiful
and she couldn't wait to see it in the flesh.
A lot of tension between these two!
Let's try another question, okay?
I'm sure readers are curious about your next
writing project. Can you tell us what you've got cooking up now or is that a
secret?
As mentioned Book 2 is days away from release and
Book 3 is part of Sable Hunter’s Hell
Yeah! Kindle World to be released on August 11, 2016.
Both
books are part of The Mystical Traditions of Buckshaw Ranch, however, the KW
book is meant to be a standalone, so it won’t spoil anything significant to
read it out of order.
I
tell you, it’s a lot of fun to be part of the Hell Yeah! Kindle World. Sable
always has tons of prizes, fun conversations, as well as contributions from
other authors. It’s like a party that never ends!
Great! Sounds like it's right up my alley! :)
Thanks so much for
stopping by to tell us about A Cowboy's True Colors, Lana!
Thank you so much for having me, Marie! It’s been a
pleasure.
You're welcome! Really, the honor is mine. ;)
Readers, you'll just have to pick up a copy of this riveting new adult steamy, paranormal western romance! Wow, that's quite a mouthful. LOL.
In any case, check it out, everyone!
Here is the blurb for A Cowboy's True Colors.
Everyone’s last year
in high school is always chaotic. This is especially true for Astrid at White
Wood School. As if having a bully, an absentee father, and a best friend with a
big problem weren't enough – she also has to deal with having a secret power.
Anytime she sees someone, Astrid also sees a kaleidoscope of colors surrounding
them. Each individual’s emotions swirl in a changing pattern, allowing her to
know what they’re feeling. This sixth sense complicates her life further,
especially when she meets the one person whose colors she can't read - Victor
Berenger, a tall handsome cowboy with smoldering eyes. Every time Astrid is
around him, she thinks her heart will beat out of her chest. When she finds out
he is equally drawn to her, she’s thrilled. The man certainly knows his way
around the bedroom. Life seems just about perfect…until the day Astrid’s vision
takes a new twist. A set of colors appear on the school grounds–only this time
they aren’t attached to a human! A mystery unfolds that threatens Astrid and
her friends. To her surprise, Victor holds a piece of the puzzle. Join these
two as they learn one another’s secrets, as well as the hidden, magical history
of White Wood School.
*Content Warning: Contains explicit scenes and language. Intended for 18+ Audience
*Content Warning: Contains explicit scenes and language. Intended for 18+ Audience
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Sounds like a sexy, fascinating read!
About the Author:
I'm Lana, a lifelong Texan, dog lover, and
writer of sensual romance. When I say 'sensual romance' I mean I include real
life in my stories, and real life includes sex.I divide my time between Austin Texas and a small family ranch not far from Shiner. Shiner is the home of Shiner beer, I've been known to stop off at their tasting room before rolling up my sleeves to get to work on the ranch. Like many Texans I've got a bit of everything in me, German, Native American, and some Creole influence. Nothing like a little spice to liven things up.
Writing is much like reading, I need to feel the story in the same way a reader would. I adore leading men who are strong, but aren't afraid to love. My goal is to fall in love as I write, it's the only way my reader will as well.
Come with me and get to know a hot cowboy or two. It'll be fun!
Author Links:
Website/Blog: http://www.lanadempsey.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/lanadempsey1
Amazon
Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/Lana-K.-Dempsey/e/B01DWSO7LO/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/lanakdempsey
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