Interview with Mocha, Moonlight, and Murder author MaryAnn Kempher



MaryAnn Kempher

Hello MaryAnn, welcome to my blog.

Hi Mary, thanks so much for hosting me.

First, why don’t you tell us a little about your book.

Mocha, Moonlight, and Murder is Romantic Suspense. I tell people if you like Jane Austen and/or Agatha Christie, you’ll love this book. It has romance, and mystery, suspense, and comedy. The romance is very realistic, very friendship-based, and doesn’t come easy. Katherine and Scott were made to harass each other. Because at first they’re friends, and aren’t trying to get each other into bed, they’re not afraid to give each other a hard time, this makes for some very funny dialogue. Also, the waiting (to sleep together) ensures great sexual tension for them, and the reader. It also gives their romance a solid foundation.

You don’t have a lot of reviews on Amazon yet, but the ones you do have are very favourable.

Since my book was only released on April 14^th 2013, it doesn’t have a lot of reviews yet, but those that have read it really seem to like it. This pleases me no end. It’s so nice to know something you’ve written is liked.

Tell us about your writing routine.

Well, I have two children. Once they’ve gone off to school I get myself a cup of coffee and sit down in front of the computer. I’m terrible, I’ll do almost anything but write. I’ll check my FB page, my Twitter account, my email. Finally, when I’ve stalled as long as possible, I’ll open up my work in progress. Usually, I’ll start by reading a paragraph or two of what I wrote the day before, then wait for inspiration to hit. Sometimes the words come easily, sometimes they don’t. I just hit 20,000 words, which is a milestone for me.

So, you’re working on another book then?

Yes, I’m hoping to have the first draft finished by the end of the summer. I’m hoping for a holiday release of book two, before Halloween if possible.

Is this a sequel?

Not exactly. It’s more of a mystery than my last book. My first book is more romance than this one will be. Having said that, a lot of characters from the first book will be in this one too. So readers of the first book will get to read about their favourite characters and find out what they are up to.

Can you give us a hint about the next book?

I’ll tell you it’s set on a cruise ship. Two people have been murdered and it’s up to the head of security to find out who before the ship reaches land. Honestly, I’m really excited about this book. I really think if you liked my first book, you’re going to love this one too.

Where can your book be purchased?

Right now, it’s only available on Amazon.com. You can get it for your Kindle or you can purchase a paperback. http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00CDNQ37Q 

How can people contact you?

Oh gosh, I’m everywhere.  J

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I would like to thank MaryAnn for taking the time to talk to me and allowing us to get a glimpse in to her writing life.