Author Interview - Patricia Antone
Patricia Antone is a mom of two who got back into creative writing during the transition to empty nest. Her husband encouraged her to take a course at a local adult learning center and she was introduced to a local writing group by the instructor. The rest is history.
Genre: Romantic Suspense, Contemporary Romance, Paranormal Romance
Q&A:
Q1:
What is the name of your latest
book and what inspired it?
FreeingDestiny. It is Book 4 of my Destiny’s Path Series set between 1601 Scotland and
present day. The first book, Can’t Outrun Destiny was a labour of love, taking 5
years to complete. I wanted the series to become something I was proud of and
kept at it until I was. I am very happy with where the story has led.
Q2:
What are five words that describe
your writing process?
I only have 2. Plotter and Pantser. I start out plotting the story and direction of where it should go. Then I get to a point where it is totally by the seat of my pants, the muse taking over. Usually, it works. Note the usually part.
Q3:
What authors, or books have
influenced you?
I don’t have any to be honest. My book tastes are a little eccentric. I read so many different styles, authors, and subject matter, the list is a mile long.
Q4:
What do you need in your writing space to help you stay focused?
I love to have classical or soft jazz music playing. My habits are also those of a night owl. I tend to write my best stuff late at night.
Q5. What, to you, are the most important elements of good writing?
If the story does not grab me by chapter 3, I am out. I try to write
with that in mind.
Q6:
What is the best advice you have
ever heard?
It can always be edited. My writers’ group can help me find my way through a tough spot. If it has potential, they will help me reach it.
Q7:
What is your favourite genre to read?
I love Romance.
Q8: What comes first for you — the plot or the characters — and why?
Every book is different. I have had characters come very easily; I have had stories come easily. They, unfortunately, don’t usually happen at the same time.
Q9:
What are you working on now?
I am working on 5 projects at once. I have a Falling SEALs, The Blind Missions series with more guys to fall. The Destiny’s Path Series has another novel outlining, with a novella as well. Then I have my odd couple of projects I play with when I am feeling stumped.
Q10:
What are you currently reading?
I am finishing a Clive Cussler novel, Pirate. A co-worker at my day job introduced me to him. I love the action and suspense of his stories.
Finally narrowing down her 'heebie jeebie'
feeling, Andrea MacKay brings home to Scotland the relic it
emanates from. Next thing she knows her family casts a spell and she
is staring at a real live Scottish warrior. The bonus? He is the enemy of
her Uncle Gavin, who thought the man long dead, where he left him in 1601.
Insert the "You got to be kidding" here.
Locked inside a cold dark prison
for centuries, Roderick Roberts has no idea where he is when he is
freed. All he recognizes is the feeling of warmth from the woman he's
clung to until now.
Unfortunately, evil is circling back. She
wants her relic and the man that was in it. She also has a centuries old bone
to pick with Andrea's Aunt Anne. Knowing she is in danger, Roderick gives his
protection to her and her clan in gratitude for his freedom. When he
unknowingly loses his heart to the stubborn and opinionated
little lass, he realizes the modern-day might not be so bad.
He just has to survive the evil after him
and Andrea's Uncle, who is still debating on killing him, all while he protects
Andrea the only way he knows how.
With a big sword.
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Thank you for having me!
ReplyDeleteIt was my pleasure :) Thank you so much for such an insightful interview!
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