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Thursday, March 31, 2011

Author Interview & Giveaway w/ Marie Treanor!

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When did you first start writing?

I’ve always written stories, ever since I was a kid, mostly for my own amusement. But I only started writing romance with a serious view to publication about seven years ago, when my daughter was a baby. I used to write whenever she slept :)

Have you always enjoyed Fantasy?

Yes, I think so – fantasy of all kinds, from sword and sorcery to paranormal romance. Discovering the romance genre of today was a bit of an eye-opener for me, when I found it encompassed all the other genres I liked to read – and write!

Why writing Urban Fantasy?

I don’t think I chose to write urban fantasy as such. Most of my stories tend to hop about between genres. In general, I just think of a story and other people tell me what genre it is J. With the Awakened by Blood books, it’s a moot point whether they’re regarded as urban fantasy or paranormal romance, because there are elements of each. I’m intrigued by the longer-running romance idea of urban fantasy, rather than the instant Happy Ever After of romance; and I do like the atmospheric, shadowy, city settings where weird and wonderful creatures lurk beneath the surface of normal urban life. And the opportunity of developing a kick-ass heroine, of course! Elizabeth, of the Awakened by Blood books is growing into the kick-ass part of her nature which lay dormant until she fell into the world of vampires.

Were there any Books, Movies or Writers that have inspired you?

Oh lots and lots, to greater or lesser degrees! Georgette Heyer; Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier;  many of the “Dracula” films, especially the versions with Bela Lugosi, Christopher Lee and Gary Oldman; Dorothy Dunnett; Tanith Lee; Mary Sewart; Bram Stoker; Anne Rice; Victoria Holt; Edgar Allan Poe; The Princess Bride; Harvey; The Scarlet Pimpernel; The Count of Monte Cristo; The Black Castleblood-on-silk by Leslie Daniels; many contemporary authors, too numerous to mention; an old film whose name I just can’t remember, all about a child whose imaginary friend is the ghost of her dead mother; Vampyre….

What is your favorite subject in the Urban Fantasy Realm?

Hmm – not sure! I suppose it depends on the story! Maybe vampires, since they always have a special place in my heart :)

Favorites:

Favorite Paranormal themed Movie? Bram Stoker’s Dracula

Favorite Paranormal themed TV Show? Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Favorite Paranormal themed Book? Dracula

Favorite Author? Dorothy Dunnett

Favorite Urban Fantasy Author? Anne Rice

Favorite Genre that is NOT your own? Historical.

Favorite one of your Books? Aargh! Whichever I’m working on or thinking about! Blood Sin?

Who is your favorite of your own characters?

Saloman, because I’m thinking about him so much these days! He’s powerful and sexy and he has a sense of humour.

Which was the hardest to write?

I haven’t found any characters hard to write, to be honest. They’re the easy part for me!

What would you be if not a writer?

A librarian, probably, because I used to be one J. And I love books!

If you Could be a Paranormal Being, Who would you be?

Hmmm – a witch cackling in the background as she watches her spells work on people

If you could meet ay Urban Fantasy Character out there, Who would you like to meet?

Spike from Buffy – I might not survive, but at least I’d get a laugh :)

Quickies:

Vampires or Werewolves? Vampires. Mostly. (Love wolves too!)

Angels or Demons? Both

Reading or Writing? Both

Print or eBook? Both!

Hardback or Paperback? Don’t care

YA novels or Adult novels? Adult

Library or Bookstore? Depends how flush I am at the time.

Summer or Winter? Summer. Although there isn’t a huge difference in Scotland!

The Movie or The Book? The Book.

PNR or UF? Love them both

BloodSin What is your favorite part of the writing process?

When I’m well into a story and it’s taking on a life of it’s own, and the characters, rather than my own ides, are driving it forward.

What is your least favorite part?

When an important scene I’ve been planning from the beginning just doesn’t work!

The Awakened by Blood Series in your own words?

Sensual, Gothic vampire romance about temptation, seduction, prejudice and understanding. And biting and fighting :) And finding yourself.

Any plans for more Books in the series?

Blood Eternal, the third book, is scheduled for release in October 2011 and it draws most of the threads together for the big finale. However, I do have ideas and would like to go back to it one day. It’s hard to leave characters alone once they’ve become such good friends!

What is coming up next for you?

Blood Eternal in October…

What are you working on right now?

A new vampire romance that I hope will turn into a series. It’s very different in both characters and tone from Awakened by Blood, but so far it’s great fun to write!

Do you have any advice or tip to those like me that want to become a published Author someday?

Hmmm – I always find it difficult to give such advice when I feel I’m still learning myself! But I would say, in general, keep reading as well as writing – constantly! -  and learn from any feedback and criticism. And submit your work – you have to get it out there!

Anything you would like to say to your fans out there?

Just thank you! You mean more to me than you’ll ever know :).

Thank you so much for being here!

It’s been a pleasure, Larissa! Thank you for having me, and thanks for the fun questions!

 

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82 Responses so far.

  1. "The Movie or The Book? The Book."

    I agree! The book is always better than the movie. :)
    Thank you for this giveaway!

    claudine_princess@yahoo.com.ph

  2. I always love these interview especially the quick questions. It's just so fun!

    books (dot) things (at) yahoo (Dot) com

  3. I really like the cover..it has such a sexy appeal to it!

    kimbers10[at]yahoo[dot]com

  4. I love the covers for these books- very elegant, and sexy without being trashy or cheesy. That may sound weird, but trust me; it's totally a compliment.

    b(dot)cardone(at)hotmail(dot)com

  5. Mandy P. says:

    Buffy is still my favorite, too. :) And I would love to meet Spike - can I go with you? :)
    The covers of your books are beautiful, I would definitely pick them up in the store to read the backs.

    mpyff(at)hotmail(dot)com

  6. Teril says:

    ohhh I have not read this series but fom that great interview I cannot wait to read it. Thank you!

    terilhack at gmail dot com

  7. Ricki says:

    Love the red dress theme!
    rickimc[at]aol[dot]com

  8. Vivien says:

    The red dresses are very pretty and eye catching.

    Vivien
    deadtossedwaves at gmail dot com

  9. Anonymous says:

    You've got to admire a passionate author who loves what she's doing. I wish i had the stamina and strength to sit down and actually WRITE a book. I think i'll stick to the easy route and just buy them and read them. Excellent interview!


    venturinhawendy at gmail dot com

  10. Great interview and I've heard wonderful things about this series!

    lilazncutie1215[at]yahoo[dot]com

  11. Wow - how nice to wake up to so many comments already! Hello, everyone! Larissa, thanks for having me on your Bookish Life :).

    Little Ms Bookish, you're welcome! I think I've always disappointed in tv or film versions of books I've loved. I suppose we all have different "visions" of a book.

    Hi Melissa - it was fun answering too :). Glad you enjoyed it!

    KimberlySue and Bethany C - Glad you like the covers! I love them too, and I think "elegant and sexy" sums them up pretty well :).

    mpyff - of course you can come with me :). Good to hear the covers catch your eye!

    Thank you, Teril! Glad you enjoyed the interview :).

    Ricki and Vivien - I love the red dress too, and I do like that they repeat it in different settings for the series.

    Thanks, Mocha&Latte! I do love what I do. Love reading too :)

    Jeanette - thanks, and that's good to hear!

    Marie

  12. The cover of Blood on Silk is really stunning. The bright red dress with the white background is very eye catching.

    Stephanie- thegirlonfire
    thegirlonfire27 at gmail dot com

  13. Birgit says:

    Love the cover, in fact, love that red dress :-) !

    danaan at gmx dot at

  14. Ina says:

    thanks for a great interview - you are a new author to me and now I'm really curious about the books!!
    wish you all the best, Ina

    inale87 at gmx dot at

  15. Hi Stehanie and Birgit! I'm delighted you like the covers. I think the red dress does work really well! And for anyone who's interested, the ruin in the background of Blood Sin, is St. Andrews Cathedral in Scotland, one of the most atmospheric places in the world :).

    Hi Ina - nice to meet you! Glad you liked the interview and I hope you manage to try out the books :).

    Marie

  16. Blodeuedd says:

    Great interview and wohoo for liking fantasy of all sorts, I just love good old epic fantasy :D

  17. Misha says:

    That bookl lookes gerat. Please enter me.

    misadevilgirl at seznam.cz

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  19. ArtemisG says:

    Great interview and the covers are amazing!!!
    Thanks for the giveaway.

    artgiote at gmail dot com

  20. Loved the Interview now want to read the books ! The new vampire series sounds good too.
    irgl7(at)bonzo15(dot)plus(dot)com

  21. *yadkny* says:

    Hi Marie!
    Your series sounds and looks fantastic! Definitely looking forward to this and more of your work since I absolutley love paranormal I think I'll really like your books.

    yadkny@hotmail.com

  22. Stephanie says:

    Hi Marie!

    Going to meet Spike huh! I definitely want to go too!! Do you think there's similarities between him and Soloman? If so, did you write him that way subconciously?

    Tons o' Luck with the next series!! Can't to hear all about it.

    And Larissa, I Love your Easter themed header!LOL

    DragonStar1974 )AT( aol.com

  23. Aik says:

    I'd love to win the first book in the series! Thanks!

    aikychien at yahoo dot com

  24. Hi Blodeuedd! Me too :)

    Thanks, Misha!

    Diana, you're welcome! Glad you enjoyed the interview, and I totally agree about the covers - how lucky am I? :)

    Thanks, Irene! I hope you do - read the books, I mean :). And thanks for encouragement re the new series!

    Hi Yadkny - great to hear, and I hope you do!

    Hello, Stephanie! Yes, of course you can come too :). Well I suppose Spike and Saloman are both undead, they both have a sense of humour, and are both a bit dangerous, but otherwise, I see them as very different characters. Saloman's maybe more like Spike's scary, sexy Dad :)

    Hi Aik - good to know!

    Marie

  25. Lizzie says:

    Great interview, Marie!

  26. Michelle says:

    I probably went to see Bram Stoker's Dracula like 4 times when it came out in the theater. Have to agree it was compelling...

    methirteenATyahooDOTcom

  27. Another Buffy fan! Many of my friends make fun of me because I still love Buffy all these years later. I love it when I find other people that like that show.

    rootml1@hotmail.com

  28. Jeremy says:

    I read the interview twice and thought that we had a lot in common.

    I haven't read any books in the series but they are on my TBR.

    romancebookjunkiesdanielle(at)yahoo(dot)com

  29. Lizzie! Thank you! Glad you dropped in :)

    Hi Michelle. I have to say that's verging on obsession- and I thoroughly approve :). I got the DVD for Christmas last year, and I can never get the peace to watch it once my youngest is in bed - how frustrating is that? :).

    Hi Megggerfly. I look on Buffy as a bit of a classic - I love the humour that runs through it too!

    Hi Danielle - that's good to know! Thank you!

    Marie

  30. What a funny interview!! I hadn't heard anything about Marie and her books, I've searched them on Goodreads and now I have in my wishlist, sounds really great and I love the vampires!! So, my vampire vein, is totally intrigued.

    I want to congratulate the designer covers and Marie, because both covers are very attractive, I'm a geek of the covers, sorry!

    By the way, I don't know how is the summer in Scotland, but in Mexico (yeah, I live here) the summer is very hot, so my favorite season is winter, though here there is not huge difference, I fear.

    Thanks for the chance, I'm looking forward for these books.

    Greetings from Chiapas, Mexico, Marie!!

    itzel_library@hotmail.com

  31. Unknown says:

    Thanks for the giveaway. Please enter me in contest. I would love to read this book. Tore923@aol.com

  32. elaing8 says:
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  33. elaing8 says:

    I have this series on my TBR list. Great interview.
    elaing8(at)netscape(dot)net

  34. Greetings, the Itzel Library! How exciting - I don't meet many readers from Mexico, so you're doubly welcome :). Thanks for the kind words about my books and the covers (which I agree are lovely!).

    Tore, you're welcome, and I hope you do :).

    Elaing8, thank you, I'm very glad you enjoyed it. Lariisa asked me some great questions :)

    Marie

  35. Unknown says:

    please enter me these books look amazing!!!

    imm a GFC follower

    danielsangel101@yahoo.co.uk

  36. Giada M. says:
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  37. Giada M. says:

    I just finished Blood on Silk and I can't really wait to read Blood Sin. Thank you for the interesting interview and giveaway! :D

    Giada M.

    fabgiada (at) gmail (dot) com

  38. This is a new author for me! Would lvoe to win!

    lisasworldofbooks@charter.net

  39. Very eye catching covers....I haven't heard of either of these. They sound great. Thanks for the giveaway.

    Courtney
    stilettostorytime at gmail dot com

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  41. ohh,I wanted to read this for some time

    lgmorales18@gmail.com

  42. Anonymous says:

    Thanks again for the international nature of the giveaway. I'd love to delve into this story.

    tahlia@activ8.net.au

  43. wanda f says:

    I love Buffy kick ass heroines are the best I dont care for those weak willed simpering misses lol.If I had to choose another profession I would have picked librarian also .Ive loved books since I first learned to read .

    flanagan@mebtel.net

  44. Ren says:

    Hi Marie and Larissa :D

    Nice interview. I already looking forward to read Awakened by Blood series, but have no time. Hope I can read it ASAP ^_^. The cover is great, by the way, love the red long dress. And I love both PNR and UF too :D.
    Thanks for the giveaway.

    Ren

    sawamura_foxman@yahoo.com

  45. Unknown says:

    That was a great interview. I agree. Books usually are better than most movies. The covers of these books are awesome. Very elegantly done. My favorite in a long time. will add these to moy TBR list.

    Blazesandbubbles AT gmail DOT com

  46. Thank you, Alice!

    Hi Giada - thank you! Delighted you enjoyed Blood on Silk - and the interview :).

    Hi Lisa - always good to meet new readers :). Good luck!

    Courtney, you're welcome, and I'm glad to hear the covers caught your attention.

    Laura, that's good to hear - I hope you do very soon :)

    Great, Tahlia, and you're welcome. Being in the UK with an American publisher, I really have to make contests international :)

    Hello, Wanda! It's a great mix, isn't it? Libraries and ass-kicking :). Here's to Buffy!

    Hi, Ren. Thank you! I know what you mean - there are never hours in the day, or days in the week! Hope you get to read it soon.

    Bakin_Goddess, thank you! I hope you enjoy the books. Glad you liked the interview too - that's Larissa's fun questions again!

    Marie

  47. Ollie says:

    I agree 100% I would love to meet Spike and the time we would have would be amazing! ;)

    Thank you for this giveaway!

    redfirewood888(AT)yahoo(DOT)ca

    Ollie aka DarkBloodyVamp

  48. Fi-chan says:
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  49. Avery says:

    I always love the quickie questions!
    And I must say that the covers are gorgeous (even though I hate the colour red)... ;)

    Thanks for the giveaway and for the great interview!

  50. Avery says:

    Oh yes, my email would probably come in handy... ;)

    averys.book.nook@hotmail.ca

  51. Great interview Ive had Blood on Sil on my wishlist for a long time and cant wait to read it. Glad to hear there is going to be three books!! Great interview I like the short questions.

    seeingnightreviews@gmail.com

  52. Katie says:

    Dracula is one of my favorites the original is awesome.

    katie_tp(at)yahoo(dot)com

  53. Hi Ollie - you're welcome. And we can all go together to meet Spike - it'll be some party :)

    Thanks, Avery! Curious - why do you hate the colour red? I love it :). Glad you enjoyed the interview!

    Thank you, Kristen! Hope you get to read the books very soon!

    Katie, you're so right!

    Marie

  54. Jel says:

    id love to win, so please enter me :)

    punkme15 at gmail dot com

  55. Anonymous says:

    Weee, can't wait to read Blood on Silk - it's definately on my wish-lsit :) So thank you for the chance to win!!!

    mikki-mano@hotmail.com

  56. The design of these covers is amazing! The dress is so elegant and the atmosphere for eerie! Sounds great! :)
    apereiraorama[at]gmail[dot]com

  57. -petit says:

    I loved the covers *-* They're so beautiful! *-* I want a dress like this one D: And the plot of the books seems to be really interesting. I want to read them! :D

  58. -petit says:

    I loved the covers *-* They're so beautiful! *-* I want a dress like this one D: And the plot of the books seems to be really interesting. I want to read them! :D

    sweet.sayumi@yahoo.com.br

  59. Leni says:

    Some of the books and movies that you listed as favorites are on my list too and it's nice to see how a piece of art can live on as more people enjoy it.

    lenikaye@yahoo.com

  60. Kulsuma says:

    Thank you for the giveaway!
    k_anon[at]hotmail[dot]co[dot]uk

  61. Tanya1224 says:

    I hold a special place in my heart for vampires too ;) I absolutely love the covers of your books. Very sexy. I look forward to reading this series. thank you for the interview =)
    Tanyaw1224(at)yahoo(dot)com

  62. Linda says:
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  63. Linda says:

    Would you consider writing a historical romance or romantic fantasy? Those are my 2 fav genres.

    thumbelinda03@yahoo.com

  64. donnas says:

    Congrats on the release! So glad there is going to be a third. Hopefully you will get the chance to come back to these characters again too in the future.

    bacchus76 at myself dot com

  65. Thanks, everyone, for your kind comments!

    Petit, I'd love a dress like that too, only I have the uncomofortable feeling that it just wouldn't look the same on me!

    Leni, I think that's so true. Good books and flms inspire others in many ways.

    Linda, absolutely, I would :). In fact, I have written what I think of as fantasies: a sort of time-travel romance, and several futuristic fantasies. You can check them out on my website: www.MarieTreanor.com. I've also written a historical romance, but it's not in print right now, unfortunately!

    Donna, thank you, and I would like to come back to the characters one day soon!

    Marie

  66. Unknown says:

    What a great interview and giveaway! I LOVE it when authors make international giveaways! :)
    The books look and sound like great readings! Please count me in.

    kah_cherub@hotmail.com

  67. What a lovely giveaway, hoping to win.
    Already a follower of your blog: melandriaromero

    e-mail melandriaromero(at)gmail(dot)com

    Thanks

  68. Amy says:

    Would love to read one of these books! The covers do look elegant and sexy

    angeldream3[at]gmail[dot]com

  69. Anonymous says:

    Love the interview.
    msuck27@hotmail.co.uk

  70. Syki says:

    I did not hear about these books but they look really good - love their covers!

    Syki
    sykorova.p@gmail.com

  71. Nice. Rare to have international contests!

    Great interview. :)

    olethea@gmail.com

  72. Thanks, Karla! Glad you liked the interview :). Being "international" myself, it makes sense to have international contests!

    Hello melandriaromero - nice to see you here too!

    Thanks, Amy - the covers do seem to catch people's attention, which is nice :)

    Thanks, Michelle! Larissa asked good questions!

    Thanks, Syki! Glad to bring them to your attention :)

    Lae, thanks, glad you enjoyed it. And I'm very happy to do an international contest :).

    Marie

  73. The covers are amazing! I fell in love with them istantly!
    Thanks for the post, now I have some new books to add to my wishlist!
    also, thanks for making it international!

    aliasgirl at libero dot it

  74. Janhvi says:

    th covers are sooo pretty!!!would love to own a copy!!!
    thanks!!!

    justjanhvi at gmail dot com

  75. You're welcome, Reading Mind! And I'm glad you like the covers - they make a beautiful set :).

    Hi Janhvi - thank you, and I hope you do own them very soon!

    Marie

  76. Bea says:

    I'd love to win, thank you for the giveaway.

    gejsab@gmail.com

  77. drey says:

    LOVE the cover! Would also love to win... ;)

    dreyshouse at gmail dot com

  78. Jaidis says:

    Thanks for the wonderful interview! Both books look great and are now on my to read list! Thanks for the opportunity to win!

    JaidisShaw at yahoo dot com

  79. Bea - good luck, and you're welcome :).

    Drey, thank you! I love it too :)

    Jaidis, glad you enjoyed the interview! Thanks for adding my books to your wish list!

    Marie

  80. Deea says:

    Ouch, I almost missed this one! Great interview!
    So... Urban Fantasy rocks!:D I think that's exactly what draws us to it - the mix of normal urban life and the fantastic creatures and the atmospheric, shadowy, dark settings. Add the kick but heroes/heroines to that and we've got a fantabulous read!<3

    LOL I'd be 'a witch cackling in the background as she watches her spells work on people' too. *evil laugh*

    Thanks for the giveaway!

    P.S. I love the covers of the books!
    xoxo

    andreea(dot)c88(at)gmail.com

  81. jayjay says:

    I want to win this book!

    email; fallendream03@gmail.com

  82. Hi Deea, I almost missed you too :). Thanks for your comment! Glad you like the covers, and the interview! And you're welcome :)

    The Jay - good luck! Thanks for entering :)

    Marie

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