Welcome to the Saturday Spotlight, a weekly feature focused on Indie and debut authors. This week I have the pleasure introducing readers to:
CHRISTY HAYES
~Author of Heart of Glass~
Hi Christy, welcome to the blog please Tell us About yourself?
I'm a wife and mother of two tween kids (boy and girl). We have two rescue dogs and live in a suburb of Atlanta, Georgia. I spend my days writing when I'm not doing laundry or shuffling the kids to sporting events.
What inspired you to write The Sweetheart Hoax?
TSH is a connected story to Heart of Glass. I enjoyed writing Kate and Danny's story in Heart of Glass so much, I wanted to let readers see a glimpse of their life in the future while exploring the romantic adventures of Danny's partner, Phil Williams. It was a stretch for me to write a "metrosexual" character, as that is not my typical hero, but Phil is funny and charming and there's a real man's man under his fancy clothes and perfect hair.
Did any major research or travel go into writing this book?
No. I wrote Heart of Glass after several trips to the South Carolina Lowcountry so the stage was set in both the story and in my mind. I did do quite a bit of research on my fictional town of Cash, Illinois. Thank goodness for the Internet! I tried to make Cash represent most small towns in America.
If you could pick a song or album that fit the mood your book what would it be and why?
ZZ Top's Sharp Dressed Man. Phil Williams loves clothes and looking his best. He judges himself and others based on the things that are important to him. His whole way of looking at life changes when the tables are turned and he learns his hometown thinks he's gay.
Did you always want to be a writer?
I never dreamed I could spend my days making up stories that others wanted to read. I've always written in one capacity or another and am thrilled to finally put my over-active imagination to good use!
What authors or books have inspired you?
I love Nora Roberts and the way she describes her characters and settings. Two of my other favorites are Maggie O'Farrell and Marisa de los Santos as they are wonderful character authors. I love reading books where I can really connect with the characters, even if their lives are very different from mine. I try to write characters readers can relate to.
Any future plans you can share with us?
I am currently working on a new untitled book about a bitter widower and the insecure piano teacher who changes his life. I have a short story available in the WG2E's Valentine Anthology that was a lot of fun to write.
Thanks Christy for stopping by today, your books sounds super fun and add in a ZZ Top song.....its probably awesome!
GIVEAWAY
Today thanks to Christy I have one Ebook copy of your choice between Heart of Glass or The Sweetheart Hoax. To enter please leave a comment with email or link to profile. Winners will be drawn March 17, 2012.
The Sweetheart Hoax by Christy Hayes
When urbane architect, Phil Williams, must bring a woman home to quell rumors he's gay, his only choice is the one woman least likely to impress: his dowdy receptionist. Margot Manning has been secretly in love with Phil for years. She's just quit her job and is ready to begin her life anew as a nurse. Phil's outrageous offer is one she can't refuse. As Margot readies to accompany Phil to his hometown, she steels herself for heartbreak. After Margot's makeover and a weekend spent attached at the hip, Phil admits he misjudged his former employee. He's ready to pursue her in earnest, if only her scandalous past didn't stand in their way.
Find out more about Christy on the Web~Goodreads
I love this blog post and this book sounds like too much fun! :D
ReplyDeleteI have The Sweetheart Hoax on my Kindle TBR pile and am looking forward to reading it. Wonderful interview. Thanks!
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Thanks for the giveaway!
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I enjoyed the interview. The books sound very interesting.
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Nice interview. Love the song choice for your character. LOL
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a good book. :-) I enjoyed reading the interview.
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