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Who names the Colors, Tryst, Views, A premonition of love and so much more by aggressivelyfriendly

"Who names the colors" has to be my favorite story from this author!! It was so beautifully written. A love story that is so passionate and heart-wrenching at the same time. A love that feels forbidden yet inevitable. Let's just say I can never listen to Golden from Harry without thinking about this story. For those who read it, you'll understand.

Special mention to her story called Tryst, every time a new picture come up from Helene, I'm praying for a new update! Those two are fire!! Smut alert.

Q&A

What is the first book that made you cry?

Where the Red Fern Grows

Does writing energize or exhaust you?

It totally depends, if it is flowing, energize, if it's not and I'm doing it as a discipline it is hard. My day is unquestionably better if it begins with writing though.

If you could tell your younger writing self anything, what would it be?

Write! Don't just lurk, contribute and comment.

What's your favorite under-appreciated novel?

I'm not sure it's underappreciated, but lesser-known, "The Bronze Horsemen"

How many unpublished and half-finished books do you have?

Oodles, lol, two I am going to finish!! Dangit! Tryst I consider an ongoing project.

What's the most difficult thing about writing characters from the opposite sex?

An authentic perspective.

Have you ever edit something out of a book and regretted it afterwards?

I'm sure I have, but to publish things, real-life publishing, I know I would have to heavily edit, probably why I avoid!

How do you select the names of your characters?

I test things out in my head and if it sounds good and suits the character, I keep it.

Do you read your book comments? How do you deal with bad or good ones?

I adore my book comments, and like concrit. Throw away negative comments with nothing but vitriol I ignore. The vast majority are wonderful!

Do you hide any secrets in your books that only a few people will find?

I love an easter egg! Oh! Sometimes I name characters for people!

What was your hardest scene to write?

Definitely the reveal scene in "Who Names The Colors."

What is the most difficult part of your artistic process?

Maintaining momentum. I also thrive on collaboration, So if I'm writing alone it's slower.

How long on average does it take you to write a book?

Long books, Like 6 months.

What, in your opinion, are the most important elements of good writing?

A good plot, interesting characters, and I love well-read writers.

What comes first, the plot or characters?

Usually the Plot!

Describe your writing space.

I like to write in bed early in the morning after I have meditated.

When you're writing an emotionally draining (or sexy, or sad, etc) scene, how do you get in the mood?

I look at images sometimes and I always listen to music. Music inspires my mood or inspires an entire piece.

When writing a series how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?

I think that has to do with the plot. Also, I love a cliffhanger!

What was your favourite part, and your least favourite part, of the publishing journey?

My favorite part is interacting with readers. I also love planning.

Do you have a favourite character that you have written? If so, who? And what makes them so special?

I adore my Harry from "Who Names The Colors" He's sensual and devoted and "loving words and the big d*#^" Love him. I love Jo too, cuz I've been her.

What do you hope your readers take away from your books?

Feelings! I want them to feel all the feels.

How many plot ideas are just waiting to be written? Can you tell us about one?

Right now, just the two irons I have in the fire.

Do you have a favourite quote from any of your books? Or a favourite moment that stands out?

Harry's letters to Jo, especially the bit about her flavor in his tea.

Share something your readers wouldn't know about you.

That if they ever see me at a show, Absolutely stop me! It makes me so happy! I live up to my nom de plume, I am super friendly!