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Judith Rolfs Interview

7/17/2016

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Judith Rolfs Blog Interview
 
Tell our readers about your new mystery novel Never Tomorrow.
 
Thanks for asking. It’s like having a new baby - I welcome a chance to talk about Never Tomorrow after literally years in the writing. This is a powerful murder mystery, plus more - a psychological thriller that probes the marriage relationship, infidelity and forgiveness. I use my insights and experiences as a psychotherapist for three decades to instill deep emotions in my characters– the grieving, the loves, and the deep joys, that we all experience in real life. These are integrated with a compelling murder mystery.
 
This is your seventeenth book but only your third mystery novel. Tell us about your switch to fiction from non-fiction.
 
Yes my previous books were how-to books about marriage and parenting and family issues, also a devotional and a teen book. Mysteries are a huge change. After writing and being published for more than ten years I attended my first Writer’s Conference and submitted in this genre. My mystery novel won Best New Author Award at the Florida Writer’s Conference and I was hooked. Mysteries are much more difficult to write, but they seem to have a greater impact on readers.
 
Which leads to my next question. I understand your slogan is Mysteries With A Message. Explain please.
 
My mysteries center on real life family issues while keeping the suspense steaming.  Directive 99, my first self- suspense novel is about a woman’s career vs. family priorities when her husband is kidnapped and the dangerous position of the elderly in society today. My next mystery novel Bullet in the Night with Prism Books is about the power of genuine rehabilitation leading to life changes, and about the importance of nurturing friendships. I’ve already told you Never Tomorrow is about marital fidelity. I want readers to have a takeaway to ponder that can help them face situations in their own lives with more wisdom and confidence.
 
Tell us about where you like to write and a bit about your process.
 
My favorite writing places are my cottage in the woods in Fontana-on-Geneva Lake and a winter beach condo we rent in Venice, FL. I need solitude to create the story and develop my characters, but then I love to edit in coffee shops where I’m immersed in the energy of people. Relationships have always been fascinating to me, which is why I became a psychotherapist. Of course it’s helpful as an author to develop well-rounded characters. I also love to travel. In fact, Never Tomorrow starts out in Ballybunion, Ireland which I researched during a three-week trip there.”
 
How and when did your writing career begin?
 
My writing career began at age ten creating stories for neighborhood children. I wrote newspaper editorials in high school, and was part of the Superior Student program at Marquette University, which published me in their literary journal. I love everything about writing especially contact with readers and other authors, who are so gracious!  I recently met Pat Gussin, New York Times Best Selling Author of After the Fall and she offered to read Never Tomorrow prior to publication. She blessed me with an amazing review: “Layer upon layer of intrigue—laced with murder–propels this novel to the pinnacle of suspense. An ingenious plot, dynamic and complex characters, and an insight into the troubled avenues of human behavior rarely exposed make NEVER TOMORROW a stand-out for readers of mysteries, thrillers, and suspense.”
 
In closing, where can we find your new book baby?
Never Tomorrow is available on amazon and Barnes & Noble and through local libraries. If it’s not at their local library I hope readers will request it. Thank you for featuring me on your blog. It’s been a pleasure.
 
EXTRA INFO:
 
SYNOPSIS AND BACK COVER COPY NEVER TOMORROW
 
Journalist Whitney Barnes investigates the mysterious death of her mother and three women from Cortland City seeking the thread that links them to an enigmatic killer. Why are women being murdered with no apparent motives for their death? Police are mystified at the lack of clues and a growing sense of fear surrounds the community. Who will be the next victim?
 
Determined to find the killer, Whitney discovers these women were dealing with wounds from their troubling pasts, but what was their connection? She teams up with Dr. Sarah Stevens, an expert on women’s issues, to ferret out information while TV talk show host Rich and real estate broker Jordan vie for Whitney’s affection.
 
Whitney discovers new strength within her but is it powerful enough to cope with this dark force of evil? Suspense escalates, as Whitney becomes the killer’s next target.


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@AuthorBrookeW

7/8/2016

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I'm a tweeter now! At least I'll give it a shot! I can't pretend to understand all things twitter, but I'm there and I welcome you to follow me! @AuthorBrookeW

I'm pretty sure I had a twitter account before as an author and I actually found my old personal, never used one. When I signed up for this new account, I actually got one follower right away! I'm up to 13 now! Whew! The big time! haha. The point of the matter is I have no idea how to gain followers. So if your tweet, follow me. If you have advice for reaching others, let me know!

I know I have to be short-winded on twitter so I'll practice now by leaving you with this short little bit of info! :)
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Sydney Logan Cover Reveal

7/6/2016

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From the bestselling author of Songbird comes a novella that will make you laugh, cry, and believe in the power of second chances. You can pre-order the book today for the special price of just .99¢ on Kindle! Also, be sure to enter the giveaway for a signed copy!
Release Date: July 22, 2016
Genre: New Adult
Published by: Enchanted Publications
Cover Designer: T.M. Franklin
 
Carrie Malone has seen enough heartbreak to last a lifetime.

Her family’s demons gave Carrie the courage to move away from home and leave her past behind. Now a college senior, she stays busy with her classes and her job at the diner. It may sound boring to some, but to Carrie, the very best thing about her new life is that every day is calm and blissfully uneventful.

That all changes the night Josh Bennett walks into her diner.

With his dirty designer suit and mud-caked shoes, Carrie’s not sure what to think about the broken man sitting at her counter. She’s even more confused when he doesn’t touch his coffee . . . and leaves his Rolex watch as a tip.

Josh Bennett has nothing to live for.

Starved for affection and deep in despair, he’s looking for a tender touch. A kind word. A giving heart.

A shattered and broken Josh finds himself standing on a city bridge, looking down into the freezing river that will undoubtedly bring an end to his pain.

He’s prepared to jump.

He’s prepared to die.

He’s not prepared for the pretty waitress who finds him there by the water’s edge.

When two lost souls find each other in the dark of the night, can they give each other a reason to breathe again?
Cold November air nips at my bare fingers, and I mutter a curse. Leaving my gloves at home isn’t the dumbest thing I’ve done lately, but it’s close.
You should’ve let Tony drive you home.
Pulling my jacket tighter around me, I quicken my pace. It’s just a few blocks between the diner and my apartment, but the cold air makes it feel like miles.
Flurries start to swirl, prompting me to walk a little faster. I’m just making my way across the Hart Street Bridge when something catches my eye.
A man’s standing next to the concrete barrier, looking down into the frigid water below.
I stop.
Without a backwards glance, he places one leg over the edge.
My heart pounds in my chest. “No!”
His head jerks up, and there, under the lights of the city, my eyes lock with the man who left his watch on my counter.
I’m paralyzed.
So is he.
Thank God.
People keep walking. Cars keep moving. But my eyes remain fixed on the man straddling the concrete barrier—the only thing that’s keeping him from plunging into the icy river below us. I don’t know his name. I don’t know why he’s dressed like a beggar, and I certainly don’t know why he left his Rolex on my counter.
But in this moment, none of that matters.
I make sure the street is clear before walking across, keeping my movements slow as I approach him. The last thing I want to do is freak him out. For now, one leg is still on this side of the barrier, giving me hope that maybe he doesn’t really want to die tonight. Needing the support it provides, I hold onto the cold concrete and pray I say the right thing.
“What are you—”
“Leave me alone, Carrie.”
The fact that he’s coherent enough to remember my name gives me even more hope. But his voice . . . it’s raw and tinged with so much sadness that it nearly breaks my heart.
“What are you doing?”
“It’s none of your business. Go away.”
“No.”
His eyes flash with anger.
“Screw you.”
“Don’t jump and maybe I’ll let you.”
It’s a ridiculous thing to say, but I’m desperate. He’d never survive the fall, and I already have enough guilt in my heart to last a lifetime. I don’t need this on my conscience, too.
The man blinks rapidly, as if he’s trying to comprehend what I said.
“Tempting, but trust me. I’m not worth saving.”
“I don’t believe that.”
“Believe it,” he whispers. “Please, Carrie. Just . . . go.”
I shake my head and take a step closer.
Keep him talking.
“I don’t even know your name. You know mine. That’s not fair.”
He looks surprised. “You don’t recognize me?”
“Should I?”
“Wow. That’s . . . refreshing, actually.”
I glance around. Surely someone has noticed us and called the cops by now. But I don’t hear sirens, so I keep talking, hoping the man will come to his senses.
I offer him my hand. “My name is Carrie Malone. What’s yours?”
“Josh Bennett.”
The name sounds vaguely familiar.
“Nice to meet you, Josh. Now, would you please place both legs on this side of the barrier before I have a heart attack?”
Josh looks down into the river.
“Please? Let me call your family.”
It’s the wrong thing to say.
“My family’s dead, which is exactly what I should be. What I want to be.”
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Sydney Logan is the bestselling author of six novels. She has also penned several short stories and is a contributor to Chicken Soup for the Soul. A lover of music, she fills her playlist with everyone from Johnny Cash to Eminem.

Sydney holds a Master’s degree in Elementary Education and spends her days surrounded by kids and books. A native of East Tennessee, she enjoys playing piano and relaxing on her porch with her wonderful husband and their very spoiled cat.

Visit her online at www.sydneylogan.com. Facebook - Twitter - Instagram - YouTube

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    Brooke Williams is a romantic comedy and children's book author.  This mother of two writes during naptimes and enjoys keeping a blog about the writing process, among other things.


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