Mary Morgan stopped by to share some intimate
details about her life and her latest novel. Her book, Dragon Knight’s
Shield, is a Scottish Paranormal Time-travel Romance and was released on
January 8, 2016. Please tell my readers a little bit about your book.
Mary- This is the fourth book in the Order of
the Dragon Knights Series. Angus MacKay is the oldest of the Dragon Knights. He
is the last brother to walk the path of redemption after the death of their
sister. As the oldest, his journey was the most haunted and it will take a
warrior woman to stand beside him. Deirdre Flanagan will turn his world upside
down.
Nancy- Describe the genre of this particular
title, and is it the only genre you write in?
Mary- This is a Scottish Paranormal Time-travel
romance and the only genre I’m currently writing. I do have plans for a
spin-off, which will add a fantasy element to the stories.
Nancy- Did you have several manuscripts
finished before you sold? If so, did you send them out yourself?
Mary- Yes to both questions. I was finishing
the third in the series when I got the contract for the first story.
Nancy- Do you have any rejection stories to
share?
Mary- Yes! When I received my first rejection
letter, I jumped for joy saying, “I’m acknowledged!” Of course afterwards, I
got upset, but continued to submit to many more. With each rejection letter I
received, the right fit for a publisher was heading my way. I never gave up.
Nancy- What is your writing routine like?
Mary- I’m an early bird, rising before dawn.
Breakfast and exercise comes first, and then I spend several hours answering
emails, promoting, and social media. The rest of the day is spent writing, and
I usually wrap up around 5:30pm, unless I’m doing edits. When I’m ankle deep in
edits, my days will last much longer.
Nancy- Will you share some encouraging words
for authors still struggling for that first contract?
Mary- Never, ever give up! With each rejection,
believe that the right one for you is heading your way. Make this your daily
mantra: “I will become a published author!”
Please Share three facts about you that most
people don’t know. (short answers are best!)
1) I collect stuffed sheep.
2) I wanted to be the first woman astronaut
in space.
3) I was the Children’s storyteller for
Borders Books.
Nancy- What’s next
for you?
Mary- I’m finishing
the final book in my series, which I hope to have out in mid-summer. You’ll
find out who the fifth Dragon Knight is in Dragon Knight’s Shield. It’s a
surprise.
BOOK BLURB Angus
MacKay, leader of the Dragon Knights, failed his brothers and his clan upon the
death of his sister. Now he must fight the darkness of despair tempting his
soul. Back on Scottish soil, he comes face to face with Deirdre who can wield a
sword as mightily as his warriors, and takes her captive. Yet, with each
passing day, the fire dragon inside him roars to claim the one woman fate has
destined for him.
Famed mystery writer, Deirdre Flanagan, is
unprepared for the next chapter in her life. On a vacation to Scotland, she
steps through the mists and enters into a skirmish alongside a Highlander.
However, the fight has only begun, and now she must battle Angus as well as
evil in order to claim the love of this Dragon Knight.
Will their love be powerful enough to shield
them from danger, or burn them to ashes?
Excerpt
His look was predatory, lustful, inviting, and she took a
step backward. Words failed her as she took another step back.
He arched a brow and his smile became seductive. “Do I
frighten ye?”
“No!” she lied. Like
hell you do! You’re as gorgeous as sin standing there, and I want to rip your
clothes from your body.
Pushing off from the wall, he stepped into the room and
silently closed the door behind him, his eyes never leaving hers. His hair hung
in soft waves past his shoulders, and her fingers itched to twine within them.
Her body ached in places so deep—longing for even the slightest touch.
“Are ye unwell, my lady?”
The burr of his voice so low—so sexy, she could only stare
at him until his words resonated in her mind. “No,” she replied softly, feeling
the flames of desire heat not only her face, but also her entire body.
This time when he took another step closer, Deirdre didn’t
back away. Now he stood so close she could feel the warmth of his breath across
her face—a mix of wine and pure male.
She watched mesmerized as he reached for a lock of her
hair, twining it around his finger. “So verra soft.”
Deirdre couldn’t breathe, as he let the curl unravel and
cupped her face in his hands. “Ye confuse me. Ye torment me in my dreams,” he
whispered against her cheek, sending a wave of pleasure down her spine.
Without thought, she groaned and leaned into him—his beard
grazing her cheek. She no longer battled her mind for the man. “Kiss me, Angus.”
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MORE ABOUT
THE AUTHOR
Scottish paranormal romance author, Mary Morgan resides in
Northern California, with her own knight in shining armor. However, during her
travels to Scotland, England, and Ireland, she left a part of her soul in one
of these countries and vows to return.
Mary's passion for books started at an early age along with an overactive imagination. She spent far too much time daydreaming and was told quite often to remove her head from the clouds. It wasn't until the closure of Borders Books where Mary worked that she found her true calling--writing romance. Now, the worlds she created in her mind are coming to life within her stories. You can find more information about Mary Morgan here:
Mary's passion for books started at an early age along with an overactive imagination. She spent far too much time daydreaming and was told quite often to remove her head from the clouds. It wasn't until the closure of Borders Books where Mary worked that she found her true calling--writing romance. Now, the worlds she created in her mind are coming to life within her stories. You can find more information about Mary Morgan here:
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