Thanks for joining us this week. Usually we would be
doing our Free Day post but we decided to mix it up, so we interviewed each
other. We’d love to hear any of your thoughts or comments about our replies, or
pick your favorite question (s) and play along!
Name
some authors that you miss and haven’t read in a while?
Romancing
the Readers: Judith McNaught, Katherine Sutcliffe
& Mary Lynn Baxter
Born to Read Books: I’m having trouble answering this but I will say that I miss
romance books in general (I read less and less of it these days). A few weeks
back I blogged about romance not feeling like romance anymore, and that I was
missing the style/tone of my romances from years ago. I’m guessing my age is
showing and that my tastes have changed some.
The
Many Faces of Romance: Mary Lynn Baxter, Christiane Heggen ,Katherine Sutcliffe. And
that's not counting some of my prolific favorites like Nora Roberts, Christine
Feehan, Sandra Brown, Heather Graham, Lyndsay Sands, etc. etc.
What do you enjoy most about writing
a blog and what do you enjoy least?
Romancing
the Readers: For me the most would be the community.
I really enjoy sharing my thoughts about the books I read and hearing what
others think too! For the least it’s writing the reviews themselves. I always
worry about giving to much information, or not enough. Did I sound stupid, will
anyone want to even read my review. You get the picture.
Born to Read Books: I’d say sharing my love books with others is what I enjoy
the most, especially if I can turn readers onto new authors. It works both ways
because I’ve discovered new ones too.
What I enjoy the least is sometimes I have trouble coming up with ideas
for Book Club Thursdays. That, and trying to be tactful when I’m reviewing
something I wasn’t crazy for.
The
Many Faces of Romance: What I love is sharing my thoughts on favorite books and the
opportunity to discover new authors. Sometimes I hate writing reviews when I
get the publicity material late. It's also a challenge to review and keep it
fresh.
How
did you get started with blogging?
Romancing
the Readers: I signed up to be an Avon Addict and
when I got picked I knew I’d need a format to share my reviews. I was and still
am, such a rookie. I learn new ways to blog all the time and it took a while to
find my blog voice but I’m happy with it. Best thing that ever happened to me.
Born
to Read Books: I started off in a way by toying with
posting reviews on Goodreads (primarily) and Twitter and then it snowballed
from there. I have to credit Romancing
the Readers for my blogging as she was the first of us to hop on the blog train
so to speak. She said jump and I said how high LOL? Plus much of what I’ve learned is from her
input so MANY THANKS LOL Additionally I consistently work with Tasty Book Tours
(very professional and easy to blog for) which makes things super fun.
The
Many Faces of Romance: I do believe a little birdie named Ann taught me about the
blogging world.
What are you reading right now?
Romancing
the Readers: Toughest Cowboy in Texas by Carolyn
Brown
Born to Read Books: Nothing. I’m about to pick something new. I can hear you
guys swearing at me since it seems I ALWAYS answer that but it’s the truth.
The
Many Faces of Romance: WHITE HOT by Ilona Andrews, a husband and wife writing team.
Do you
read other reviews on Goodreads, Amazon or other sites?
Romancing
the Readers: Not until I read the book and review
it. Never before. Often, I don’t want to hear anyone’s thoughts about the book
before I read it. Yes, I’ve read books because someone told me how good it is
but when I have a book I need to review and someone I know tells me it sucked,
that makes it hard to read.
Born to Read Books: Only if I’m on the fence about buying a book OR if I’ve
disliked a book (and I mean REALLY) and want to know if it was just me.
The
Many Faces of Romance: Yes. I read a few reviews only after I have read the title first.
I just like to see how people liked a story or why they may have disliked
something. I also read a few if I hear of a new author I might like to try.
What is a
pet peeve in the books you read (not grammar, or covers)?
Romancing
the Readers: Oh boy, I would have to say unlikeable
characters. Nothing worse than waiting for a book and hating the hero or
heroine. Good characters can make up for bad writing.
Born to Read Books: Descriptive content.
Honestly, it’s pretty petty stuff (a few examples) – a delicate/petite
size 0/2/4 (you get me) heroine IS NOT GOING TO BE “CURVY”. Also, most women
that I know with thick hair DO NOT HAVE SOFT SILKEN TRESSES. I’ll stop while I’m ahead. Told ya- petty LOL
The
Many Faces of Romance: Heroines who are doormats and don't grow-heroes who are verbally
and emotionally cruel to the heroine and the author doesn't really redeem them
or explain the behavior sufficiently. If you don't like the main characters,
what's the point?
Who are 5
authors that you would like to sit down and have dinner with?
Romancing
the Readers: Julie Garwood, Shelly Laurenston,
Jennifer Ashley, Catherine Coulter & Jill Shalvis
Born to Read Books: LOVE THIS QUESTION.
My dinner party would be very interesting I think to say the least – and
I took a few liberties.
Jackie Collins (I know she’s dead
but since you didn’t specify LOL)
Stephen King (how could you not!)
Judy Blume (ah, memories of my
childhood)
Kresley Cole (writes one of my
favorite series ever)
Charles Schultz (again, dead I know,
but he write the first comic strips I ever read)
The
Many Faces of Romance: Jayne Ann Krentz- my favorite comfort read
author
Julie Garwood
Sharon Sala- She and I are never at RT
conventions at the same time!
Cherry Adair- She's a storyteller and so funny
Shelly Laurenston- OMG I would probably drop ten
pounds from laughing if she and Adair got together
What
inspired your blog name?
Romancing
the Readers: I wanted something that would reflect
my love for reading romance and the readers that I thought my blog would work
for. I would say naming your blog is very personal for a blogger. I love my
blog name but after I named it heard a few that were so good!
Born
to Read Books: I joke that it feels like I was born
with a book in my hands. I pretty much ALWAYS have a book with me. You never
know when you can sneak in a few pages. I’ll also read ANYTHING if it appeals
to me.
The
Many Faces of Romance: The different genres and sub genres in romance. The what I was
trying to convey in my blog name-The Many Faces
Right now, which genre do you seem
to be reading most? (small town, rom. suspense, etc)
Romancing
the Readers: I would have to say small town. I just
love them. I don’t read as many suspense as I used to. I still have a few
favorite author’s that I keep up on though.
Born to Read Books: Probably general fiction with a side of romance.
The
Many Faces of Romance: Contemporary small town romances
Do you remember the first romance
you read, name it? If not exactly, one of the earliest.
Romancing
the Readers: I don’t. I was so young but I do
remember the first one I read after a long hiatus, Mistress by Amanda Quick. A
friend of mine told me about it and gave me the book to try. I never looked
back.
Born to Read Books: Nope. But it was probably one of those teen ones from
Silhouette that used actual staged photos of teens on the covers.
The
Many Faces of Romance: INDIA ALLEN by Frank Yerby
How do you read? Music/TV? Drink?
Snacks? Feet up? You get the idea...
Romancing
the Readers: I usually have a TV going. I like to be
able to hear noise while I read. No clue why.
Born to Read Books: I’m usually in my comfy chair with my feet up with low
volume noise either from music or the TV with a Starbucks at my side if I’m
lucky. I usually pass on snacks- I can
be messy- don’t want Cheetos prints on my pages! LOL
The
Many Faces of Romance: I curl up on the couch with something to drink and the television
on in the background.
Do
you find that you read more now that you review for your blog or less?
Romancing
the Readers: I think I do. Even though I might read
and review more I read less of the authors that I used to love and more new
ones because they have more books up for review.
Born
to Read Books: Truthfully, I don’t know - I’m really
careful about what I accept as an ARC (advanced reading copy) from any tour
groups, Netgalley, or the like. I’m very, ahem, flighty with my reading, so
perhaps I could say I go thru spurts.
Sometimes I read quite a bit, others not so much. But I do read every
day.
The
Many Faces of Romance: I read about the same amount, but I read less of the books that I
buy for myself.
Paper or Plastic? Lol. Meaning paper
books or e reader
Romancing
the Readers: I love paper but I do use my ereader a
lot for reviews.
Born to Read Books: Paper. I get all the
reasons behind plastic but ... I love the feel of paper. Plus you really can’t
smell plastic- YUCK.
The
Many Faces of Romance: Paper!!!
What
is something that totally frustrates you about blogging?
Romancing
the Readers: Not being able to attract more
followers and not being able to get the followers I have to speak up more and
get involved. It feels personal even though it really isn’t. Ha!
Born to Read Books: Simply put – technology. Formatting is a bitch sometimes. I
know sometimes my posts are…off…but if I can’t troubleshoot my issue in 30, I
give up.
The
Many Faces of Romance: Getting readers to comment.
About
how many books do you read in a year?
Romancing
the Readers: I read about 150, give or take. I used
to read much more than that but I have found that the older I get the slower I
read.
Born to Read Books: That's a tough one. I probably read between one to three books each week
depending on life. Math is not my strong suit believe me, so I won't even attempt a correct answer.
LOL
The
Many Faces of Romance: I read 150+ books. I didn't quite reach my goal of 180 last year,
but I am on track so far this year.
May 25th: Reading Challenge
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