Welcome to my blog! Today, I'm pleased to bring you an interview and spotlight on author Vicki Batman! Please help me give Vicki a nice big warm welcome to Storm Goddess!
Hi Vicki, and thanks for being my victim...err, guest today! *wink*
How long have you been writing? How
many published books do you have, and what genres? I've been
writing almost ten years, Fourteen stories were published by the True
magazines, some by e-publishers, and some indie published, all but
one are sweet and funny romances. The lone one is an erotic novella.
Who do you love to read? Favorite
authors, favorite books? My all-time favorite was mystery writer,
Dick Francis. I love Elizabeth George, Sue Grafton, Sophie Kinsella,
Marian Keyes. The best romance I ever read was Knight in Shining
Armor by Jude Deveraux.
If you could have one paranormal
ability, what would it be? To be a great cook
What is something that you
absolutely can't live without? A good book!
What are some of your other hobbies
outside of writing? Needlepoint, play Mahjongg
What is something you've always
wanted to do, but haven't done yet. Why not? Zip line, however, I
am in May. So excited.
If you were on the staff to have a
book adapted to movie, what would you pick? I've always thought
the romantic mystery, Madam, Will You Talk?, by Mary Stewart would be
a perfect movie. Set after WW2, young widow, mysterious father,
missing son, and Nazis.
What is a talent you wish you had,
but don't? Sing
Favorite color?
RED!
Weather: Hot or cold? Hot
Favorite place to read?
Anywhere
Favorite meal: Hamburger
Favorite non-alcoholic drink:
diet Coke
If you could travel anywhere and do
anything, no limits or money holding you back, where would you go?
I would go on an around the world cruise. No packing, no cooking and
lots of great places to visit.
Blurb:
When a young woman plans a romantic getaway with her boyfriend, disaster strikes, and she soon finds Mr. Right could be someone else.
Excerpt:
My boyfriend is a dirt wad. I just decided.
With a humpf, I dragged my pink tote up the narrow aisle to the plane's exit, accidentally banging it into the seats along the way. The relieving notion of being back home in Sommerville caused the tension in my chest to fade a smidgen.
A quick peek to the exit told me where Davis, my boyfriend, stood waiting for the okay from the ground crew to head out. His glance my way didn't look at all pleasant. Similar to one wrapped in disappointment with a downward tilt of his mouth.
I didn't care much. I just decided.
The words creep, jerk, moron, and “why in the hell am I still dating him??” jumbled my thoughts around. My heart pounded as anxiety ratcheted inside me again.
Maybe I shouldn’t. Maybe I should not put up with him anymore.
The deepest part of me knew I shouldn’t be with Davis Griffith Swansea, III any longer. I was just in denial. Over the past year, I’d had brief, momentary twinges of dumping him; then, he’d go and do something incredibly romantic like bring me Godiva chocolates—“I know how you love these.” Or buy me a new book by my favorite author—“I happened to see this today.” Or whisk me off to an intimate dinner à deux at the latest and greatest bistro--"I know you'll like this place."
My head had gone stupid.Links:
MuseItUp Publishing - http://museituppublishing.com/bookstore2/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=698&category_id=69&manufacturer_id=226&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=1
Website: http://vickibatman.blogspot.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/vickibatman
Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/vickibatman
Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4814608.Vicki_Batman
Author Central: viewAuthor.at/VickiBatman
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=116288777&trk=hb_tab_pro_top
Google+: https://plus.google.com/107129378246415370287?hl=en#107129378246415370287/postsBio:
Like some of her characters, award-winning author, Vicki Batman has worked a wide variety of jobs including lifeguard, ride attendant at an amusement park; a hardware store, department store, book store, antique store clerk; administrative assistant in an international real estate firm; and a general “do anything gal” at a financial services firm--the list is endless.
She has completed three manuscripts, written essays, and sold many short stories. She is a member of RWA and several writing groups and chapters. In 2004, she joined DARA and has served in many capacities, including 2009 President. DARA awarded her the Robin Teer Memorial Service Award in 2010.
Hi Vicki,
ReplyDeleteLove the interview. I can't sing either. My hubby once asked me to lip sync in church. Ha. And I'm right there with you on the cooking. I cook, but it certainly isn't what anyone would consider great. However I do like to eat, so I power through.
Hi, Pam. I used to sing great in youth choir, then allergies gave me laryngitis and no more. :( Yeah, me not a great cook. I may make a cherry pie today, though. Thanks for posting.
DeleteFun interview! I don't know that cooking counds as a paranormal power though...lol....Fun excerpt too!
ReplyDeleteGreat interview, Vicki! And a great new story!
ReplyDeleteLiese
Really great excerpt, Vicki!! I loved the interview as well. Tweeted.
ReplyDeleteHi, Maria! And thank you. I wish for paranormal cooking powers, kinda like the sixties show Bewitched. She'd twitch her nose and voila! food. lolol
ReplyDeleteHi, Liese! Thank you for posting today. It is a fun story, written Hangover style-back to front.
Hi, Ella! I'm so glad you liked the excerpt and the interview. And Thank You for tweeting. Come see me again soon.
I get requests in the shower to shut up. LOL. Now that's bad. So excited to get my hands on your latest book.
ReplyDeleteVery cute excerpt, Vicky, and a book to look for.
ReplyDeleteLoved the interview and excerpt! Paranormal cooking powers like Bewitched would be amazing! No more prepping and etc. Instant happy kids and hubby...lol. I look forward to reading your book!
ReplyDeleteHi, Marian! That is so funny. I'm usually dead tired from a workout, I can't sing.
ReplyDeleteHi, Mona! Thank you so much. You know how I like to write funny.
Hi, Tia! Thank you so much. When the boys were little, cooking powers would have been extremely helpful. Instead, they probably got too much fast food and cereal suppers between scouts, church choir, and sports. Officially can be labeled bad food mom. I hope you get to read San Diego or Bust and let me know what you think. I really didn't think the story would sell because of how it is written. Funny, everyone seems to like it.
Congratulations on the release! It was a fun interview.
ReplyDeleteGreat interview! I wish you all the best Vicki! Love the cover and premise of the story!
ReplyDeleteMelissa
daringzoey@yahoo.com
Hi, Kary! You are so kind and I truly appreciate it.
ReplyDeleteHi, Melissa! Thank you so much. You say the nicest things. Have a fun day! And congratulations on your book.
Hi, Vicki! What a great interview! I love getting to know you! I, too, would love that world cruise! Can you imagine eating whenever you want, whatever you want, and never having to clean it up? Heaven!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to reading your book!
Lani
Great interview and congrats on your newest release!
ReplyDeleteI think you're quite brave, Vicki, to do zip lining. Not me, though. No way. Not EVER. Hate heights - can you tell? LOL!
Hi, Lani! Cruises rock. For me, the most comfortable way to travel. And if you can ever do this, take an Alaskan cruise. Thank you so much, girl.
ReplyDeleteHi, Lynda! My true confession is I live in a house of men. What they did/do, me, too. LOL. However, I do have a life is an adventure philosophy. Thus, the ziplining thingy. Besides, if my sissie can... Just sayin'. My friend used to hate amusement rides until she rode with me. I worked at a park for two years in my teens. The easiest way to get thru is to close your eyes. What you can't see happening, doesn't happen sort of thinking. She says she will ride with me any time.
Thank you so much for the compliment. Everyone is so nice to me. Must be the bad weather. lol
congrats on the release! sounds fab. I hope it's a best seller for ya.
ReplyDeleteshared this interview on twitter/FB.
cheers
Liz
Hi, Liz! Thanks for sharing. That means a lot to me. I'm just astonished at how fast you can write. And envious! And all the stuff you do. LOL.
ReplyDeleteThanks again.
Vicki, another great interview from you. San Diego or Bust is in my Kindle, along with all your other books. Can't wait to read it. Knight in Shining Armor is my all-time favorite romance too.
ReplyDeleteHi, Cara! Thank you so much, my friend. I'm so glad you like my fun stories. Isn't it great we both like the same book? I read KISA, closed the cover and thought, then reread it instantly. That has only happened one time for me. ox
ReplyDeleteVicki, that's so funny about KISA. After I finished it, I reread the last chapter immediately twice.
ReplyDeleteHi, Cara! That's so cool. I gave copies to everyone. And cried over the ending.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for having me visit. I love to meet new people. Funny how my day of thunderstorms and Storm Goddess came together today. Hugs!
ReplyDeletenice interview. enjoyed it. I've no idea why you'd think people should be afraid to come on your site.
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