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| A. M. Willard, Author HEARTS IN FLORENCE |
Reviewers
describe A. M. Willard's latest contemporary romance novella, HEARTS IN FLORENCE, a “fun, sweet, and
romantic read” and a “wholesome love story.” Willard says humor is important in her stories
along with today’s issues and fears. And she enjoys creating drama and suspense.
Willard has
written several series and today lives in Georgia with “her husband, son,
two cats, one rotten dog, two goats and her six chickens.” She is currently
working on the second in her “A Taste of Love Series.”
Q: You
categorize your books as contemporary romance. How does this genre differ from
traditional romance? What do readers like to see most in a contemporary
romance?
A.M. Willard: I think that
contemporary romance is more your today’s romance- as in today’s issues, fears,
and love triangles.
Q: Tell us
about your latest novella, HEARTS IN FLORENCE. How helpful is setting the book
in Florence to develop your plot and characters?
A.M. Willard: Oh it was so
hard to set the background theme for this as I have never to Florence Italy… I
had to do a lot of research to make sure I could convey the scenery to the
readers. I wanted to take you on a trip while reading.
Q: Reviewers
applaud your use of humor as part of telling a warm romance. How helpful is
humor to create your characters, the romance, or the story?
A.M. Willard: Oh I think it’s
very helpful. I love to write romantic comedy and even my friends have stated
that it is perfect for me since I can let a piece of myself shine through my
work.
Q: You’ve
developed at least two series. What can you create in a series that you can’t
do in a standalone book? Do you prefer a series over a standalone book?
A.M. Willard: I am half and
half on standalones and series. I love how I can write a standalone and be done
when I finish verses with a series you have to keep everyone’s life straight.
Series to me allows me to have the best of both worlds, as you get to know all
my characters.
Q: When
creating a romance, what are the most important traits, or attributes, of the
characters falling in love? What draws characters to each other? How important
are setting and timing?
A.M. Willard: The setting
is very important I feel. If I’m writing a ROM-COM I think a funny setting or
situation is perfect, something to set the tone and mood for the rest of the
novel, everything else usually just falls into place.
Q: Does the
concept of heroes vs villains play a part in your books? What makes readers
engage with your characters?
A.M. Willard: Sometimes
yes, and I plan to work on this a little more in a future book. I haven’t had
too many villains as of today.
Q: How do you
create the tension or suspense to cause readers to want to turn the page?
A.M. Willard: I place
myself deep in the story and fight against the plot as I write it. I start,
stop, start and repeat. Creating drama and suspense seems to be the fun in most
of the writing aspect. You can make it as crazy or as clam as you want.
Q: Do you write
for entertainment only or do you embed a few messages in your books?
A.M. Willard: Oh I think
the readers will have to answer that one. I think a few have some messages
written within the pages for sure.
Q: What’s next?
A.M. Willard: Sugary Sweets
is what’s next as I try to finish it up. This will be the second installment to
A Taste of Love Series.
Q: Tells us about A.M. Willard. What do
you like to do when you’re not writing?
A.M. Willard: I love to
relax with my family and friends, and enjoy being out on the water as often as
we can.
About A.M.
Willard
A.M. Willard is a true believer of soul mates, and happy ever
afters. She enjoys reading, sailing, and of course writing contemporary romance
with some saucy scenes. Releasing her first novella of the One Night Series on
April 12, 2014 has sent her on a new journey in life.
A.M.'s passion for writing started at a young age, but with the love and support from her husband of eighteen years pushed her to follow her dreams. Once she hit that first publish button, she hasn't looked back.
Publications available from A.M. Willard include the Chances Series, Love on the Screen, and everyone's favorite, the One Night Series. She's also had an article published in the Writer's Monthly Review Magazine and was just accepted into the Romance Writers of America organization in May of 2015.
A.M. Willard was born and raised in the Panhandle of Florida, but resides in Savannah GA with her husband, son, two cats, one rotten dog, two goats and her six chickens. Yes, we said chickens...
A.M.'s passion for writing started at a young age, but with the love and support from her husband of eighteen years pushed her to follow her dreams. Once she hit that first publish button, she hasn't looked back.
Publications available from A.M. Willard include the Chances Series, Love on the Screen, and everyone's favorite, the One Night Series. She's also had an article published in the Writer's Monthly Review Magazine and was just accepted into the Romance Writers of America organization in May of 2015.
A.M. Willard was born and raised in the Panhandle of Florida, but resides in Savannah GA with her husband, son, two cats, one rotten dog, two goats and her six chickens. Yes, we said chickens...
About HEARTS IN FLORENCE
Raven Bloomberg finds herself stuck in Florence, Italy during
a holiday weekend. One meant for lovers, not lonely art gallery assistants sharing
the last hotel room with a dark and mysterious stranger.
She decides to loosen up and enjoy what the city has to offer. The only problem is she may be enjoying herself a little too much.
Pierce Ashton's eyes are set on Raven Bloomberg, the sexy yet reserved blonde that pushes him to limits he never expected.
She decides to loosen up and enjoy what the city has to offer. The only problem is she may be enjoying herself a little too much.
Pierce Ashton's eyes are set on Raven Bloomberg, the sexy yet reserved blonde that pushes him to limits he never expected.
Will their thirst be enough to continue the love affair once back in the states?
Will these two souls go back to living life as they did before, or embrace the passion ignited in the opulent streets of Florence.
Find out now in author A.M. Willard's contemporary romance novella, Hearts in Florence, which is best enjoyed with an Italian Merlot.
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