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“The Wanting Heart is a sexy, intriguing, modern-day western romance.
A fun summer read.”
-- Kat Martin, New York Times Best Selling Author
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Rionna Morgan's debut novel The Wanting Heart hit bookshelves and eReaders on July 9th!
Rionna, thank you so much for taking the time during the Romantic Writers Association conference to speak with me and Ravishing Romance's readers. We know this is a very busy and hectic time. Without further adieu, let's discuss The Wanting Heart.
Q: A
man wants to murder Kate. Before killing
them, he gives his victims a small gift.
Why that and not something
else?
A: I did a lot of research on serial killers
while I was writing The Wanting Heart. What I found in my research is that many
killers have a pattern. Some even left
items of significance. I chose the red
rose for Luke because it has great symbolism.
Red is a very passionate color.
The rose is elegant and romantic.
On the surface, a red rose can seem harmless and beautiful. Taken too far the romance can be stifling and
the passion can turn to hatred. That deeper
level was what I was working towards in The
Wanting Heart.
Q: The Wanting Heart has violence,
specifically when the story is told from the killer’s point of view and through
his treatment of Kate. Was that hard for
you to write?
A: Yes.
I cried writing those scenes and would have some pretty depressing days
because of the amount of emotion I was trying to convey.
Q: In
many romances the alpha male hero saves his lady from her troubles. Why doesn’t Blake ever save Kate?
A: I believe that women are stronger than
they’ll ever imagine. I don’t believe we
need to be saved. I think it is
wonderful to have friends and loved ones on our side, but if there is any
saving that needs to be done; we definitely can do it.
Q: You
and Kate both have red hair, a history in rodeo and were raised around
horses. Did you base Kate on yourself? If so, is there a Blake in your life?
A: In a way, yes, I suppose I did. At the time when I began writing The Wanting Heart, I was very similar to
Kate. As far as a cowboy in my life, no
the man who is the hero of my heart, wears a tie and not a hat. He dances with me in our kitchen, laughs with
our kids and we stand with each other through all of life’s adventures.
Q: Is
The Wanting Heart the first in a series?
A: Yes, that was my intention when I began
writing. Kate and Blake’s story would be
the center for the other stories to come.
Each new book would feature one of Kate’s friends as the main character
and her journey to find what her heart needs, wishes and knows.
Q: The Wanting Heart is your debut novel, but
what was the first novel you’ve ever written and what’s happened to it?
A: The
Wanting Heart is the first novel I ever wrote. It began as a very different story, but over
time evolved into this one. I’ve added
and removed entire casts of people. I’ve
changed the title several times. But,
Kate and Blake were constant element.
Q: What’s
next for you?
A: I have another book being released later
this year. It is entitled Judge Thyself First. It features a profiler who uncovers a 20
year-old murder at an Alabama prison.
Q: Romance
Writers of America. You’re going this
year. Where can readers find you?
A: I left early for the conference so that
my family and I could go to Disneyland and the beach for a few days. I am happy to report that we’ve been to
Laguna Beach swimming and watching the sunset.
Magnificent! And yesterday my
three daughters got to meet Cinderella.
I cried. So awesome!
I am still
available by e-mail and Twitter. I plan
to post updates pretty often. As far as
the conference goes, I have several meetings I’m attending. I am president of Montana Romance Writers so
I am attending a chapter leadership meeting.
Also, many Crimson Romance writers will be in attendance this year, so
we are planning a dinner to meet each other and share our wonderful successes
and friendship.
Otherwise, my
time will be devoted to connecting with readers and other writers. I am so very excited to share my experiences,
learn from others and buy some great books!!
Thank
you so much for having me with you today.
I have so enjoyed working with you.
Our conversations have been so much fun!
I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts on Judge Thyself First.
All
the Best,
Rionna
Rionna - I will read whatever you like. This has been wonderful. - Sallie
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| Rionna is a founding member of Montana Romance Writers; she reads as much as she can possibly hold, and she loves most of all combining the chilling edge of a knife with the sweet surrender of romance. Rionna shares her home in Missoula, Montana with her husband, her four children and the mountains outside her window. Please be invited to stop by www.RionnaMorgan.com - she loves the company. |
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