Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I live in Florida near the beach with my husband and furry friend, Catnip Smurfy. I fell in love with romance novels in my teens and always dreamed of writing one. Someone asked me why I wasn’t pursuing it, and I didn’t have a good reason. So far, I’ve written five books. Three of them are in various stages of publication.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is NAUGHTY LITTLE WISHES (Jan 2015, Entangled Publishing). Writing Drew and Tab’s story gave me the opportunity to explore the not so pleasant side of memories with humor, honesty, steamy romance, and a dose of smart-assery. My characters reminded me that no one is perfect. We don’t always make the right decisions, and emotions can lead to unlikely reactions in the heat of the moment. In the end, forgiveness is the path that leads us back to the goodness we deserve and opens up our lives to love.
This book is also the second in the Birthday Dare series. It’s a standalone book but reading TAKE ME IF YOU DARE first will help provide insight into the importance of the friendships involved and the birthday dare.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
When I start a book, I need open space and a good view outside of my window. During the final stages with my editor, I’m usually locked in my office aka the writing cave. I also have a few “lucky” things I keep close by.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Too many to name or count. I’m an eclectic reader. I enjoy a variety of genres and appreciate the creativity that inspires them.
What are you working on now?
I’m currently writing the next book in the Birthday Dare series. I’m also working on the sequel to THANE’S REDEMPTION (March 2015), my fantasy/paranormal romance release with Kensington Publishing-Lyrical Press.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Awesomegang.com of course! For me it’s a unified platform effort (Facebook, Twitter, www.ninacrespo.com). Blog tours have also helped introduce me to new readers.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write what you love and learn to accept that everyone won’t love the stories you choose to write.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Remember that you’re in it for the long haul and not just one book. Pace yourself, stay focused, and keep moving forward.
What are you reading now?
Right now, I’m reading books on the craft of writing and Lothaire by Kresley Cole.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I want to get all of the stories in my mind on the page. I guess I need to learn how to write faster.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
I’d have to go the spiritual route: The Four Agreements by Don Miquel Ruiz, Happy for No Reason by Marci Shimoff, the Bible. I’d also hold onto whatever book I happen to be carrying in my bag or if I could sneak my tablet into the pile, I would read as many books as possible before the battery ran out.
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