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Author Speaks with Malia J
Amaya believes that love is all about compromise. But what happens when she ends up compromising her safety? Amaya is at the lowest point of her life when she takes matters into her own hands. She struggles to create a new life in a different state, but her determination pays off and things begin to look promising when she runs into Trent. Trent is a natural born leader. He’s always made boss moves and was raised to value the black woman. Although his past isn’t squeaky clean, he has made a name for himself with his shops. Minus a few friends with benefits that seem to be confused, Trent lives a drama free life and he likes it that way. Can a fresh romance survive when the skeletons begin to spill out of the closet for Amaya? Will Trent be able to weather the storm? Or will temptation sweep him away?
What inspired you to write Built For A Boss: Amaya’s Survival?
This book became a therapy exercise for myself after overcoming my own domestic violence situation. I used to write faithfully, and had to take a year long hiatus due to my situation. I wanted to share my story and show other women that we can rise from negative environments.
Is this a standalone novel or apart of a series?
Standalone.
How did you come up with the title and storyline?
My publisher helped me with coming up with a title. The story line came from person experience and sheer creativity.
Can you tell us a little about the main character(s)?
Amaya is the mother of infant TJ and she is in an abusive relationship with her child’s father. She makes the decision to leave her situation to save her child’s life. Mitch is a narcissistic abuser. Siona & Erica are Amaya’s new support system. Trent is a new love interest that may not be so perfect.
Do you think the cover art of your e-book/novel will persuade readers to read the story inside?
I think it compliments the story.
How much of the book is realistic? Are experiences based on someone you know, or events in your own life?
The theme of domestic violence and starting over is my truth. The support roles are true. Names and specific violent events are fabricated.
What was the hardest part about writing this book?
Reliving the emotional parts of domestic violence.
Is there a message in your e-book/novel that you want your readers to grasp?
Women don’t need a strong male role to save them from their domestic violence situations. You can start over fresh and prevail.
Is there anything else you would like your/the readers to know about your book?
This was my debut novel.
Author Speaks with Adrienne Thompson
A woman, her married lover, an ex-boyfriend, and the ties that bind them together….
Mona-Lisa Dandridge left her past life behind her years ago and never looked back. But when unforeseen circumstances throw her into the path of a former lover, she is forced to not only face her past, but to relive it. An unlikely love triangle ensues leaving her questioning the decisions she once thought were sound. Will Mona-Lisa make a change or stay the course with her lover? *this is not your ordinary inspirational novel*
What inspired you to write Been So Long?
I used to work at a hospital where one of my co-workers had a huge crush on a Pakistani doctor. From there, I let my imagination lead me to this story of a black woman’s relationship with a Pakistani physician.
Is this a standalone novel or apart of a series?
It is book 1 of a drama-filled, must read 8-book series that includes 2 prequels, 2 companion novels, and 3 core novels.
How did you come up with the title and storyline?
The title is also the title of an Anita Baker song, and like all of my novels, this one includes a chapter title soundtrack. This entire soundtrack is made up of Anita Baker songs. I’m not sure why I chose this particular song other than I think it just popped into my head and actually fit the storyline. After being inspired by my co-worker, the story just kind of materialized as I wrote it. I don’t do outlines. The stories just unfold as I write them.
Can you tell us a little about the main character(s)?
The main character is Mona-Lisa Dandridge, a single mother who has been in a long-term affair with a Pakistani doctor, also the father of her sons. Her life is good, or at least she believes it is, until an ex-boyfriend pops back into her life and makes her question her decisions.
Do you think the cover art of your e-book/novel will persuade readers to read the story inside?
I hope so. I think it’s a gorgeous cover, but I guess I’m biased since I created it, lol.
How much of the book is realistic? Are experiences based on someone you know, or events in your own life?
I like to say it’s fictionalized reality. It’s not the reality of anyone I know personally, but could be and probably is someone’s reality.
What was the hardest part about writing this book?
Nothing, really. It flowed extremely well and virtually wrote itself.
Is there a message in your e-book/novel that you want your readers to grasp?
The main message is the power of love, healing, forgiveness, second chances, and redemption, all of which the main character experiences one way or another.
Is there anything else you would like your/the readers to know about your book?
I loved writing it, have enjoyed reading it myself, and believe they will enjoy it, too!!
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