Interview with Cheryl Douglas

I’ve read and reviewed the first three books on this series. And now you guys can see an interview with Cheryl Douglas!

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Why did you decide to write a novel?

I pursued another career path, as a nutritionist, but I’ve always been passionate about writing. I thought it was finally time to do something about it when the lease on my commercial space expired and I found myself at the proverbial fork in the road, in terms of my career. I had to choose between taking the path of least resistance, since I already had a successful business, or taking a chance and following my bliss. I’m so glad I chose the latter.

What do you think makes your book stand out in today’s market?

This book, Ruthless, is a part of series, which follows the journey of a close-knit group of friends and family. I think people who have read and enjoyed the first book in the series, Shameless, are invested in learning what happens to the secondary characters as the series progresses. It’s all about making an emotional connection with readers in the first book of a series and hoping that they like the story and your writing style enough to come back for more.

Do you have any must-haves while you are writing?

My writing partner is a black Havanese dog named Tia. She’s always with me when I’m writing and even provides a little comic relief by climbing up in my lap and tapping on the keyboard when she has something to contribute.

What kind of books do you read in your spare time? Do you read the same genre that you write?

I usually read in the same genre I write. I think it’s important to study my craft, and learn what’s worked for other authors and what doesn’t work. I’m currently reading 50 Shades of Gray because I had to find out what the hype was about. I’m only 30 pages in. I’m not hooked yet, but I may feel differently by the end of the book. When I’m not reading romance, I’m reading books about positive thinking, the Law of Attraction, Chicken Soup, and Louise Hay. I’m never without a book. In fact, I went on vacation recently and forgot my ebook reader on the plane. Of course, I didn’t realize it was missing until I got to the resort. Let’s just say, when I returned home, I went to the electronics store even before I unpacked my bags.

Can you tell us anything about what you are currently working on?

I also write under a different pen name, in another sub-genre of romance. I’ve published a novella trilogy under that pen name, and I’ve just completed the first book in another six book series.

What is one novel book that you would recommend?

I’ve read a thousand books over the years and there are so many authors I admire. I don’t think one book stands out among all others, but I finished Stealing Home by Sheryl Woods recently and enjoyed it enough to buy the other books in the series, so I would recommend that one.

A curiosity you would like to share.

I love to travel and I’m always curious to learn about different countries and cultures.

Quick answers:

a dream?

Going on a three month cruise around the world.

a nightmare?

Being trapped on a sinking cruise ship.

favorite book?

The Secret

favorite music?

Country

Favorite quote?

“Sometimes you just have to take the leap and build your wings on the way down.” – Anonymous

Thank you so much for taking the time to interview me!

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Ruthless

Book Three

Nashville Nights Series

By Cheryl Douglas

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Marisa Turner has wanted Luc Spencer forever, but she also wants a baby, and it seems Luc isn’t up to the challenge. She has to choose between the man she loves and the family she hopes to have. Fortunately, there’s another man waiting in the wings who would love to make her baby fantasy a reality.

 

Luc Spencer is tired of hearing about marriage and babies. He loves Marisa, but he’s not a forever kind of guy. After two years together, she tells him it’s over. He’s not worried; he believes she’ll be back. But what will happen when he finds out there’s another man waiting to take his place?

 

 

Fearless

Book Two

Nashville Nights Series

By Cheryl Douglas

Lexi Brooks has overcome adversity to build a successful real estate business that will enable her live life on her terms. The life she envisions includes travel, fun, and excitement, not marriage, kids or commitment. But will Trey’s sexy bodyguard throw a wrench into her plans?

 

Being a cop taught Josh Cooper to take calculated risks, but he’s tired of living with the daily threat of danger. He’s ready to settle down with someone who wants to be a step-mother to his two teenage sons. Too bad Lexi isn’t that woman.

 

She’s smart, sexy, and head-strong, and they’re totally in sync in the bedroom, but she isn’t willing to ‘settle’ for a life of domestic bliss. Or is she?

 

Shameless

Book One

Nashville Nights Series

By Cheryl Douglas

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Trey Turner may be topping the country music charts but his life has been going downhill since his wife left him five years ago. He’s desperate to make amends for the mistakes he’s made and convince Sierra their love deserves a second chance.

 

Sierra Brooks is happy for the first time since her divorce. She has a career she loves and a fiancé who loves her.

 

Unfortunately, her fiancé isn’t the only man professing his love. He may be able to offer her safety and security but will she decide to risk everything for another chance with the man who broke her heart?

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About the Author

It took me thirty-seven years to decide what I wanted to be when I grew up. I thought I'd found my calling. In fact, I worked as a nutritionist for twelve years before I finally admitted to myself that while I enjoyed my work, I couldn't imagine doing it for the next thirty years.

 

My sub-conscious knew that I wanted to be a writer long before the conscious part of my mind decided to get with the program. While my sub-conscious was hard at work creating character profiles, plots and storylines, my conscious mind was telling me it was crazy to give up a successful business on the off-chance one of my manuscripts might rise to the top of someone's never-ending slush pile. After years of listening to that negative voice, I was finally ready to stop making excuses, face the fear and follow my dream of becoming a full-time writer, no matter the outcome. I'm so thankful I did.

 

I love bringing my characters to life and I am so grateful to have readers who love those characters as much as I do.

 

When I take a break from writing it's to spend time with my husband (a.k.a. my real life hero), my son, and my writing partner, Tia, a spirited Havanese who enjoys tapping her paw on my keyboard whenever I need a little comic relief.

 

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