I am so excited to have Jae Lynne Davies. She is a new-to-me author, and I tasked her with some questions I wanted to know about her. Her book also sounds awesome, so we shall also include more information here on Mythic. – Spaz

What is the first book you remember reading and loving as a child?

As a child, I enjoyed the old staples that my daughter is now reading for the first time. I could tell you that the classic Dr. Seuss titles and my favorite Little Golden Books I’m collecting for my daughter’s library inspired a love of reading, but I’m pretty sure the defining moment was in grade school when I read “The House without a Christmas Tree” by Gail Rock. I remember thinking how much I enjoyed the story and I can’t wait to share the book with my kids.

What is your first memory of realizing you were passionate about writing?

For quite some time, I aspired to be a vocalist, so I wrote lyrics on a constant basis. But during high school, I often wrote screenplays and short stories that I believe paved the way to romantic fiction and ultimately sparked a passion for writing.

When you need to find inspiration in music, what do you turn to?

Depending on which series I’m working on at the time, I have certain playlists I turn to for creative energy. More often than not, you’ll find me listing to rock music. Songs performed by artists such as Seether, Evanescence, Shinedown, Three Days Grace, Breaking Benjamin, Foo Fighters, and 30 Seconds to Mars usually speak to the Muse when I need a burst of creativity.

In instances where I might need a particular song to place me inside a certain scene, I usually know which musical artist could set the tone. I could spend quite some time scrolling through discography until I find the right song.  But once I do, the scene plays out in my head as though waiting for just the right soundtrack.

Do you have a guilty pleasure on TV, and if so, what is it?

Oh, yes. I have a few guilty pleasures. Sunday night is the one night of the week I actually sit and watch TV. The Walking Dead on AMC is so addictive! My husband and I first caught buzz about The Walking Dead last year during a trip to Comic Con in New York City. I was under the impression that the show mainly focused on zombies and I immediately thought it would be the most boring show on TV. I mean, much could they do with zombies? Well, I was wrong. The show isn’t just about zombies, but how people survive during the aftermath of the ‘zombie apocalypse’. I can’t get enough!

I’m also watching Dexter on Showtime, Spartacus on Showtime, and you’ll see me stop everything to catch the latest episode of True Blood on HBO.

What is the first thing you plan to do when you get to New Orleans for AAD?

After I unpack, the first thing on my list is coffee from Café du Monde. Once I check that off my list, I’ll consider myself off to a good start.  After that, it’s time to get down to business.

I can’t wait to meet everyone in New Orleans!

Thank you so much to Jae Lynne for taking the time to answer our interview questions!! Let’s read more about Mythic:

Gianna Marino is a human/vampire hybrid who is fueled by her thirst for vengeance for the murder of her family, and has little tolerance for distractions. While at a constant war with the two halves of herself, in a world in which she doesn’t belong, and tormented by a past that she hardly remembers, she vows to punish Mattias Vitale—the vampire responsible.

But during her infiltration of his coven, posing as a human with the desire to be turned, her game of seduction with Mattias creates a burning and mutual desire, when Nicholas Sutton—a dark and handsome stranger, intrudes on their play, threatening to expose her with an agenda of his own. One man is sexy and dangerous, the other is powerful and deadly. Both are vampires that want nothing more than to ravish her senseless, claiming her for themselves in a bond of body and blood, while she longs to kill one and bed—them both.

But when Gianna discovers a secret that blurs the lines between good and evil, forever changing the course of her existence, destiny will soon determine on which side she’ll stand.

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EXCERPT:

Nicholas Sutton’s mystery woman led him down a long hallway where the walls were painted a rich burgundy red. After a few turns, they arrived at what he assumed were his temporary living quarters. As if she sensed his persistent tension, she faced him. “Don’t worry. There are no dungeons or torture chambers. They are merely sleeping quarters in a place where you won’t be disturbed. I would hate to have the comfort of my guest interrupted. With that addressed, the room contains most of the things you’ll need and I trust your accommodations will be comfortable.” She turned, with the intent to leave.

“Do I at least get to know your name?”

She paused and hesitated before she faced him with her answer. “Gianna. Gianna Marino. Oh and Nicholas? Do try your very best not to make a mess of things.”

At the moment, too many questions ran through his mind for him to retort.

How does she know my name?

Does she know what I am?

Does she know that I have the potential to kill her at any time, without warning?

While he wanted to demand answers, dawn was near and he was famished. If he didn’t feed before he slept, he’d awaken weak and ravenous. Gianna led him to a beautifully decorated room that would provide both comfort and privacy.

Nicholas surveyed the space that rivaled a guest suite at New York City’s Plaza Hotel. The wall décor held neutral, earthy tones and the tapestries were of rich antiquity, which led him to believe they were chosen with care.

Curious, he walked into the bathroom. It contained both a shower and a bathtub of generous size, enough to fit at least five or six adults. Nicholas turned and walked out. His eyes drifted to the king- sized bed where he’d soon take his rest and he was exhausted. How he wanted to fall onto it and regain his strength with a long day’s sleep.

Gianna approached the bed, bending ever so slightly over the top of the mattress to smooth out the sheets. It beckoned him further. As her hand ran over the glossy comforter, the lighting in the room revealed the sheen of the oils in her skin. Soft, warm, healthy skin. His mouth watered at the sight of her.

Still leaning, possibly stretched to her capacity, she closed the distance between her breasts and the bed linens. Her tight black pants cupped curves so fine, he wanted a bite. In fact, a bite wouldn’t be enough. He wanted to take his time and nibble on her all day, giving but a sample of his talent, while showing her that a bed so large should never go to waste.

Nicholas’s libido took control of his mind as he considered pinning Gianna to the bed to have his way with her until they were both breathless and sweaty, or until she begged him to stop, whichever came first. He didn’t doubt her ability to satisfy his appetite for both blood and body.

He gazed at her in naked hunger and imagined how amazing she’d look completely bare to him, how her voice sounded while moaning in his ear and the feel of her scoring his back with her nails, on the brink of a fierce orgasm. Licking his lips, he nearly panted over the momentary fantasy. Oh those wicked thoughts.

I’ve always had an affinity for writing of any kind. However, it wasn’t until I lost my beloved Grandfather, and found myself writing a heartfelt eulogy, that my passion awakened.

After a somber deliverance, and numerous compliments, I decided to place fingers on my laptop keyboard. The rest, as they say, is history.

My favorite stories are those that don’t involve an average, everyday couple. I want conflict, and I want believable, but forbidden relationships. The more complex, the better. It’s the reason I love the paranormal as much as I do. I want to create those impossible situations that leave my readers intrigued and thirsting for more.

I consider myself blessed to be a wife to a wonderful and supportive husband, a mother to two of the most wonderful children a woman could ever ask for, and two dogs who have energy that rival my toddlers. When I’m not writing, I work in the ever-changing Real Estate and Mortgage industries, and am always looking for creative ways to promote my work as an author.

I’m also an active member of the Romance Writers of America, Futuristic, Fantasy and Paranormal, and the New Jersey Romance Writers Association.

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