Reading Romances:Who are your favorite romance writers and their book that stands out the most for you?
Tracy Sumner: I’m a huge romance reader of many years. Favorite romance writers? Well, LaVyrle 
Spencer is the reason I started reading romance.
VOWS is the first romance novel I ever read! And I still love it to this day. Also, Judith Ivory is a personal favorite. DANCE the one I loved the most. She writes unbelievable scenes, very layered characterization, just cerebral romance novels. I know that sounds odd but it’s true! This year, I’m trying to read more indie writers, too. Like me!
What’s unique about historical romance and why did you decide to write under this sub-genre?
I guess as a reader, I feel like it’s more romantic. The clothing, the settings, the mores and standards of the time that often add to the sexual tension and/or conflict. And why I decided to write in this sub-genre was/is due to my great love of it. I’m devoted to romance…but my first love are historicals. Though, I have my first contemporary release (TRUE FATE) arriving later this month. It’s actually the start of the True Men series. All with the last name of True! They’re sexy fellas.
How do you like your heroes and heroines?
I love angst-ridden heros. Ones torn between love and responsibility – who fear love or have been hurt and cannot trust. And the heroines I admire (and write) tend to be feisty and passionate. About the hero and the life they have chosen for themselves. I write heros and heroines who are committed to a profession. I like to attach this to each. For instance, in TIDES OF LOVE, Noah 
Garrett is a marine biologist. Not your typical profession for a hero in 1898! Although I researched heavily and all detail is accurate. And his love? Elle Beaumont is a student and passionate “freedom fighter”.
What was the most challenging thing you’ve done in the name of research that might have been out of our comfort zone?
Actually, writing the contemporary novella TRUE FATE was a bit challenging because I’m used to the flavor and tone of historical novels. Funny…because you would think the modern language and tone would flow – but it was a bit of a change for me. I heavily researched by reading lots of contemps (which I love), and I do tend to write sexier scenes, so this worked just fine! But they are different beasts.
Please tell us five fun facts about the Seaside Seduction Series that readers would love to know!
1. Noah Garrett is a marine biologist! Not the typical hero’s profession in a romance novel. And funny, but I dated a guy in grad school who used to be a marine biologist, and I really didn’t realize I was writing a little of his story (though Noah is nothing like him, really!) until after I’d completed the novel.
2. The heroine, Marielle-Claire Beaumont, is French, and I actually wrote much of the novel while living in Paris!
3. The setting is based on a very real town – Beaumont, NC. I visited and talked to the ladies at the historical society, stayed in a B&B, and walked the streets I ended up writing about. I can still see the town in my mind, which is helpful, as I’m working on the final in the trilogy – TIDES OF DESIRE.
4. That brings me to Caleb. Readers have been asking about his story for years. TIDES OF LOVE is Noah’s story (youngest brother), TIDES OF PASSION (Zach’s/oldest brother). So, that leaves Caleb. And when I was writing the first two, I have him “with” someone in the novels. But, somehow, I knew they were not going to stay together. But I didn’t know what to do about him, either. And now, I do! He’s actually the most emotional brother, the one least able to contain his passion and angst. The most vulnerable. It should be an interesting story.
5. TIDES OF PASSION won the National Reader’s Choice for Best Long Historical, which is, to date, one of the most exciting things that has ever happened to me as a writer.
What are you currently working on and what can we expect next from you?
I’m currently preparing my first contemporary release, TRUE FATE, for publication. It’s a novella introducing the True men to readers. This will be followed by TRUE DREAMS, a full-length novel, in late fall. Also, as I already mentioned, Caleb Garrett’s story, TIDES OF DESIRE, is arriving in late summer!
Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions! Please feel free to leave questions for the readers if you’d like!
I would love to know what readers love about the genre. And why romance novels foster such loyalty and love!
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TIDES OF PASSION, the National Reader’s Choice for Best Long Historical, debuted in October 2011. The second novel in the Tides series, TIDES OF LOVE, arrived in November. Tracy’s holiday novella, which begins the new Southern Heat series, TO DESIRE A SCOUNDREL: A Christmas Seduction, released mid-December 2012. The next in the Heat series, TO SEDUCE A ROGUE, released in February. Next on the agenda? The start of the True series, about the True men. TRUE FATE arrives mid-May!
Where you can find Tracy:
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INTERNATIONAL - Ends June 8th
Tracy will be giving away a KINDLE to one randomly drawn commenter! The more you comment, the better your chances of winning!
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Janhvi
May 14, 2012 at 5:30 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
The Seaside Seduction Series sounds awesome!I think all of us need romance in our lives that is why romance is such a well loved genre
Mel Bourn
May 14, 2012 at 9:24 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love historical romances and series.Historical was my introduction to the romance genre. I have been hooked ever since. I will be putting this on my summer reading list. Thanks
Mel
Tamsyn
May 14, 2012 at 10:33 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I enjoyed the interview. Thanks for sharing. Love the sound of this series especially as each book portrays a different couple. Many thanks for the giveaway.
Tamsyn
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Joanne B
May 14, 2012 at 2:08 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thanks for the great interview. I liked the fun facts about this series. This series sounds sounds amazing. Can’t wait to read it. Put it on my wishlist.
I think we all want a little fantasy and romance to help out with the drudgery of everyday life. We all want a HEA, whether we have it in real life or in our books.
Maria D.
May 14, 2012 at 2:23 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Fun interview! I have Tracy’s books on my Kindle and just need to set aside the time to read them, I loved the covers and the blurbs drew me in. LaVyrle Spencer also drew me into reading romance books – I still have copies of the books I first read that were by her…and occasionally go back and read them. While the stories are now somewhat dated, the romance in the books is timeless.
April Alvey
May 14, 2012 at 4:16 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Wow I Would Love To Have This Book I Have It On My Wish List. Thanks So much. butterfli262002@yahoo.com
sienny
May 14, 2012 at 5:58 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Hi!!
My favorite genres ate fantasy and suspense, these two are a rarely fail for me
bn100
May 15, 2012 at 3:49 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Very nice interview. I think readers like the genre because they like happy endings.
Shannon
May 16, 2012 at 10:28 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thanks for the fun interview and featuring Tracy on your blog!
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Catherine
May 19, 2012 at 11:47 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Congrats on the National Reader’s Choice award! I will be making a visit to Beaufort, NC to check out some sites in your book.
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cupcake
May 20, 2012 at 11:45 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
If it’s free, it’s for me. But how obnoxious will I be in posting 100′s of comments?
CassandraG
May 24, 2012 at 9:39 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Great interview. The books sound like they’d be a really great read.Thanks for the giveaway.
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Andie Wardlow
May 24, 2012 at 4:08 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
This series sounds great…added to my tbr list
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Margaret Smith
May 26, 2012 at 5:00 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love Historical Romance stories. The past seems to have offered a much more romantic setting. This series is on my top to read list.
Hannah
May 27, 2012 at 6:43 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Sounds like a great book and would love to have a read!
Cynthia C
May 27, 2012 at 8:08 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I’m looking for some good beach reads right now. This one sounds nice.
DeeAnn S
May 27, 2012 at 11:28 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love romance novels because they tend to wrap you up and carry you away in a whirlwind of emotions. It’s nice to have that escape every now and again.
Thanks.
dan williams
May 27, 2012 at 12:14 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
twitted this
jose benavides
May 27, 2012 at 8:21 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I would so love to win this.. i need one
bina edwards
May 27, 2012 at 8:33 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
when I was younger I loved re reading the historical gothic stuff that was out there. There wasn’t a whole lot that I could find, so I just reread the stuff I did have LOL
Ken Robinson
May 28, 2012 at 1:02 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Just here for the Kindle.
andrew b
May 28, 2012 at 1:24 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
kindle me please
Judith R.
May 28, 2012 at 2:16 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love heavily-researched historial romance novels!
Holly Oehrlein
May 28, 2012 at 10:12 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Gotta say I’ve never really read a romance book, but if I win this Kindle I’ll read some of Tracy’s books!
Connie Bernhardt
May 28, 2012 at 1:11 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love a good romance novel, of course I love a good mystery, or a good scifi. Lets face it I just love to read. I’ve got several books downloaded just waiting for the day I win a Kindle (or my family finally gets the hint I want one not a new vaccum:)
Thanks for the give away and the great interview.
paul haddock
May 28, 2012 at 4:29 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Would like to gove to my wife for our 30th anniversary
April V.
May 28, 2012 at 5:34 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love historical romances best because besides the story itself, the atmosphere is so different than my daily life that it tends to help in ‘taking me away’. Thank you for writing and for also offering this lovely giveaway.
Jacob LaFountaine
May 28, 2012 at 9:39 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Never used a Kindle
Rachel Travis
May 29, 2012 at 12:10 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I normally use an Ipad, however, I think I would enjoy the “real book” look and feel of the kindle!
Rachel Travis
May 29, 2012 at 12:11 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
OH! And I LOVE romance books, I am always looking for new authors, can’t wait to read your book. Thank you for the giveaway!
Holly Oehrlein
May 29, 2012 at 5:43 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love to read but have yet to adopt an e-reader. I’ve heard good things about the Kindle, but it’s just not in my budget.
Stefani K
May 29, 2012 at 6:09 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Romance novel covers always crack me up.
Amy Z
May 30, 2012 at 11:33 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
As an avid reader, I would simply adore to win this! Thanks for the giveaway.
joni
May 30, 2012 at 1:53 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
My daughter and I are avid readers of Romance. Nice giveaway! Bring on the romance!
Nadine L
June 1, 2012 at 11:46 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I have been reading the genre since I was about 16, I like that they give me an escape from daily life and they help me relax after a long day and get some me time doing something I love
Ayanna
June 1, 2012 at 12:40 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love romance novels, I fist started reading them when I was in the sixth grade, and I fell in love with them ever since. My first romance novel that I read was The Vampire and the Virgin.
Maryanne
June 1, 2012 at 2:07 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love HRF and am always in search of new authors who understand and research the era they are writing…and the romantic part certainly helps!
Happi Shopr
June 1, 2012 at 3:26 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Historical romances are my favorite.
JeanP
June 1, 2012 at 8:39 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Enjoy reading Historical romances, they are some of my favorites.
Julie Newberry
June 2, 2012 at 6:18 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Hi, I love Romance in any genre, I have a wonderful husband and believe that everyone else deserves the same romance as me, we started off as penpal’s in 1994 when he was in the armed forces, we got married in 1997, we now have 3 beautiful children, which we adore, our story is a romance story, I love to read romance stories, historical romances are great as the writers usually research more, which fascinates me no end, the descriptions of their surroundings etc, I mean who doesn’t love Pride and Prejudice and that era, so romantic! Thankyou for a wonderful giveaway and for making it International x x
julienewberry(at)btinternet(dot)com
Holly Oehrlein
June 2, 2012 at 12:48 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thanks for the chance to win!
Heather Garcia
June 2, 2012 at 1:10 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
cant wait to read this book!!
Sarah
June 2, 2012 at 3:34 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Wow, what a great concept. Can’t wait to see how this profession plays out in 1898!
Debi Anne
June 2, 2012 at 5:31 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Completely agree that historicals are more romantic…but I’ve been surprised by alot of contemporary romances as well. Added yours to my TBR list
Debi Anne
debi01760@hotmail.com
Laura
June 2, 2012 at 5:34 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Sounds like a great series, can’t wait to try it out!
Karen Gonyea
June 2, 2012 at 8:33 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Wonderful interview and the series sounds great
Katie R
June 3, 2012 at 1:43 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Good luck on your first contemporary piece!
Katie R
June 3, 2012 at 1:44 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Paris must have been an amazing place to write a novel. I imagine inspiration could be found everywhere.
Katie R
June 3, 2012 at 1:46 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I wonder if the guy in grad school subconsciously influenced the character Noah.
HollyO
June 3, 2012 at 12:45 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Beaumont, NC is awesome! Great place to use as the base for a setting of a romance!
Claire
June 3, 2012 at 6:10 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love that romance novels transport me to a fantasy land of what could have been… not that I’m unhappy with my real life, it’s just fun to imagine being seduced by a millionaire
Cynthia W
June 3, 2012 at 7:38 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Great interview!
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Cynthia W
June 3, 2012 at 10:22 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I haven’t read many romances lately but maybe I can get around to it this summer!
letessha
June 3, 2012 at 11:25 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I would love to read this book.
letessha
June 3, 2012 at 11:27 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
That is very interesting that e is a marine biologist. New stuff is good.
letessha
June 3, 2012 at 11:30 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thanks! Very nice interview.
Cynthia W
June 4, 2012 at 9:32 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
The Virtual Book Tour looks interesting!
Dan D
June 4, 2012 at 11:45 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Liked the interview. Love the sound of this series especially as each book portrays a different couple.
suzanna60
June 4, 2012 at 12:22 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
i am an avid reader read several genres including romance a kindle would my reading so much easier ty for the chance
Monica
June 4, 2012 at 12:54 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Count me in the contest! I enjoyed the interview and would love to read your historical romance series.
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Katie R
June 4, 2012 at 4:36 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love that so much research went into writing the book. I’m sure the town in NC is very easy to picture because of the authors understanding.
Katie R
June 4, 2012 at 4:37 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love romance novels
Katie R
June 4, 2012 at 4:39 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I really enjoy historical books because I feel like they transport me to another time.
Irene McGuinn
June 4, 2012 at 6:17 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I have been reading romance books for atleast 35 years and love them. My sister got me reading romance books first, and I finally got my daughter on reading romance books a couple of years ago (she is now 32). We go to Book Sales/library sales, thrift shops, used bookstores to find the best deals – that way we get more for our money – and more reading. It’s our way of spending quality time together. When my sister and I go to Quilt shows, we always look up Used Book stores in the area we are visiting. Thanks for your contribution to the Romance Book World.
Cynthia W
June 4, 2012 at 9:43 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I’ve enjoyed visiting the blog today.
dani marie
June 5, 2012 at 5:34 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thanks for the interview! I really need some new books to read this summer.
Cynthia W
June 5, 2012 at 8:55 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
The Forgotten Child sounds interesting.
Katie R
June 5, 2012 at 3:29 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I would love to see this author do a historical mystery series
Katie R
June 5, 2012 at 3:30 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love that the heroins she writes about are feisty and passionate
Katie R
June 5, 2012 at 3:31 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
The novel DANCE that was mentioned intrigues me because I used to be a dancer.
Anne Fescharek
June 5, 2012 at 10:31 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
“I would love to know what readers love about the genre. And why romance novels foster such loyalty and love!”
I became a romance reader after finding “Smart Bitches, Trashy Books” and found that it was OKAY to like ROMANCE books. And around the same time I had a bout with depression. Romance books continue to save my delicate psyche!
Thanks for the giveaway, Please enter me!
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Daniel M
June 5, 2012 at 11:06 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
great interview and been wishing for a kindle!
Cynthia W
June 6, 2012 at 12:20 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I want to join the Reading Romances Challenge
Brandy Starling
June 6, 2012 at 2:17 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Really excited about reading this book
Brandy Starling
June 6, 2012 at 2:17 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
really would love to win this contest
Katie R
June 6, 2012 at 2:38 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I can’t wait till her new True Men series comes out
Katie R
June 6, 2012 at 5:48 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thanks for the great interview! I enjoy books more when I know the background of the author and their pieces of work
Tamar
June 6, 2012 at 6:20 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thanks for the interview!
Tamar
June 6, 2012 at 6:21 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
…and of course… thanks for the giveaway!!
Tamar
June 6, 2012 at 6:22 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I have not read much romance books unless you count Twilight which I thought was cheesy. But.. this is compelling. Maybe I should read LaVyrle Spencer too!
Tamar
June 6, 2012 at 6:23 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
And yes, I know that admitting my lack of romance book reading is going to be problematic on a romance site, but I won’t lie.
I have been reading business books lately!!!!
Diana Stanhope
June 6, 2012 at 9:49 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Romances are so magical. I really love a strong character driven romance. Once you are taken in by the characters and wrapped around what is happening to them you just can’t put it down until you see how it works out! Historical settings paint a rich backdrop for me and add a level of charm that lacks in modern settings.
I actually started reading horror and sci-fi first and while I still love those genres my favorite part of the story was the romantic element that was often there. So in spite of being raised in a horror loving family I decided to just follow where my heart took me and I picked up a full on romance. I don’t recall the title but I will never forget the plot. It was a historical romance set with pirates, good and bad guys and a kidnapped lady who ended falling in love with her capture who of course ended up having a heart.
My bookshelf is now half horror and half romance with an odd spattering of science fiction here and there. It takes a special talent to create characters that come to life and that is why when I find someone who can I read everything by them I can get my hands on.
Sorry for getting so wordy, I hope that answers the question
Erica C.
June 7, 2012 at 1:02 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
That’s a lot of upcoming projects being released! Hard work!
Cynthia W
June 7, 2012 at 6:24 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Looking forward to the new book releases, too!
Jill L
June 7, 2012 at 7:59 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I’m trying to get a summer reading list together and it’s always nice to find a new author.
Cynthia W
June 7, 2012 at 9:13 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I do enjoy historical fiction so I can’t wait to read some historical romance novels.
freebies city
June 7, 2012 at 9:43 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love historical romance novels because romance seemed so alive back then! – (and great interview!)
Solducky
June 7, 2012 at 10:08 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love historical romances, because there are often little tidbits of knowledge about the past!
Julie
June 7, 2012 at 10:18 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thank you for the giveaway
Colleen S
June 7, 2012 at 10:49 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
“Tides of Love” sounds like the perfect beach read…now to find a beach. sigh.
Roxann
June 7, 2012 at 11:25 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
True Fate sounds like something that I would really enjoy reading.
Julie M
June 7, 2012 at 11:47 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
The Seaside Seduction series sounds great. I would love to read it.
Julie M
June 7, 2012 at 11:48 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love historical romance. There is no greater escape than that.
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 12:24 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
i find historical love stories can transport me to a different place and time much more so than modern ones do
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 12:27 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Trilogies are especially interesting to me -i love the continuation of the story seen in a different light
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 12:29 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Your blog presents a terrific way to get to know the author and the subject matter in a few paragraphs and leaves you wanting to read their works.
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 12:31 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Having a kindle reader would make these novels much more accessible as i travel quite a bit.
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 12:37 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
The Seaside Seduction Series certainly brings visions of a beach chair, the perfect sunset, and a drink (don’t forget the umbrella) to enjoy while reading.
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 12:42 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
A friend of my grandmother’s tried her hand at writing a Harlequin Romance – romance novels have sure come a long way since then!
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 12:46 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
i find historical romance novels based in other countries to be particularly interesting since the United States is still so relatively young. Historical tidbits about more ancient times can be fascinating.
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 12:54 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I enjoyed your commentary. I look forward to reading some of your other interviews to see if i can find additional authors to add to my must read list.
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 12:56 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I look forward to reading some of your other interviews to see if i can find additional authors to add to my must read list.
DanV
June 8, 2012 at 12:59 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
This would be great
christopher h
June 8, 2012 at 1:13 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
sounds good – thanks for the chance
Kate Strycker
June 8, 2012 at 1:24 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love reading and always wanted a Kindle! You have a great blog going, I’m getting into the romance genre lately
cynthia
June 8, 2012 at 7:35 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
sounds awesome
Amy S.
June 8, 2012 at 9:28 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I’ve been reading historical romances ever since the late 1980s. They sure have changed through the years. I read the most in the 1990s and early 2000s. I then started branching out to medical thrillers and contemporary romance, and lately a lot of YA. But I’m missing historical romances, and have found myself picking them up again lately.
amy dot swihart at gmail dot com
kathy pease
June 8, 2012 at 10:04 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thank you for the great giveaway and interview please count me in
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 11:41 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thank you so much for the great giveaway!
Laurie W.
June 8, 2012 at 11:45 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love to read…any kind of books…and I’ve been wanting an e-reader ever since I first saw them. Great giveaway!
Betty C
June 8, 2012 at 12:35 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thanks for a great interview. I think we all dream of romance especially when our own hasn’t worked out well. We all want the happy ending.
Kat Emerick
June 8, 2012 at 12:55 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
My favorite genres are suspense and romance.
Kat Emerick
June 8, 2012 at 12:56 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I would love The Seaside Seduction Series .
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Kat Emerick
June 8, 2012 at 12:58 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
enjoyed the interview!
Kat Emerick
June 8, 2012 at 1:01 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
How long does it take to write ?
Kat Emerick
June 8, 2012 at 1:02 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
What inspires you to write?
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 1:30 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I think romance novels foster loyalty and love because everyone wants to be loved. They want romance in their life and novels like Tracy Summer’s give readers the opportunity to live that life, even if only through a book.
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 1:37 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love the covers of the novels featured on this post. They really draw me in and lead me to believe the stories are filled with passion.
Jennifer J
June 8, 2012 at 2:41 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I enjoy reading about new authors, Thank you for this post.
Holly
June 8, 2012 at 3:36 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thanks for the great giveaway, I’ll have to check out that author!
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 3:45 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
It must be an amazing experience to interview authors. It would be a dream for me if I could interview a few of my favorite
christal c
June 8, 2012 at 3:48 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thanks for the interview. I like the facts. I think people read romance as a way to escape.
Trisha McKee
June 8, 2012 at 4:32 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I read a book a day, most are romances. I adore this giveaway! Thank you.
Trisha McKee
June 8, 2012 at 4:33 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Loved reading the interview!
Trisha McKee
June 8, 2012 at 4:34 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Looking forward to the release of True Fate!
Stefani K
June 8, 2012 at 5:15 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I wonder what sort of kindle it is. There’s more than one.
Michael Crowley
June 8, 2012 at 5:29 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thank you for the interview. Very interesting!!
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 6:12 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Of all of Tracy Summer’s novels, which is your favorite?
Lyn17
June 8, 2012 at 10:39 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
What would be better than mobile reads of romance novels – great giveaway!
Lyn17
June 8, 2012 at 10:46 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I completely agree that historical romance fiction novels are more romantic – the clothing, the language, the setting all add to the ambience.
Lyn17
June 8, 2012 at 10:51 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
i love that Tracy describes her heroines as “feisty and passionate” – they’re the most fun to follow in a story!
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 10:54 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
If you can’t tell by now from all of my posts, I’d really love to win the kindle. My mom has always wanted one and this would be a great way to thank her for all that’s she’s done for me.
Lyn17
June 8, 2012 at 10:55 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
i tend to get locked into a few authors so really appreciated the opportunity to get to know Tracy a little. It will definitely encourage me to pick up one of her books the next time I’m at the used bookstore I love so much.
Lyn17
June 8, 2012 at 10:58 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
i agree with all of the comments that romance novels sweep you away – so easy to lose yourself in the story when the heroes are always handsome
Lyn17
June 8, 2012 at 11:43 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
My favorite time to read is when i’m sitting on a plane – it makes the time fly. This is even more true with romance novels – you just don’t want the trip to end!
Lyn17
June 8, 2012 at 11:49 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I think trilogies offer the perfect combination of stories within stories – just enough to keep you involved with he characters without forgetting their connections!
Lyn17
June 8, 2012 at 11:52 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
It sounds like the seaside seduction series would translate into terrific LMN movies!
Katie R
June 8, 2012 at 11:55 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Thanks again for the insightful interview and the amazing giveaway. I also thank you for the blog and for creating a place where people can share their thoughts.
Sand
June 8, 2012 at 11:56 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
What a great interview! I love reading how the love story unfolds.
Lyn17
June 8, 2012 at 11:58 PM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Good luck on your contemporary series- always fun to try something new, i hope you find it to be an enjoyable process.
Jessica A
June 9, 2012 at 12:05 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I love the fact that he is a marine biologist, this is what my cousin studied in college. Also, I hope everyone has a great weekend.
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Jess1
June 9, 2012 at 12:20 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Interesting post. Thanks for the giveaway.
shirley zolenski
June 9, 2012 at 12:54 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
I can’t wait to read the seaside seduction series. Thanks
meme
June 9, 2012 at 12:54 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
very interesting and informative interview
meme
June 9, 2012 at 12:58 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
the Tides series of books really sounds good
wyndwhisper
June 24, 2012 at 5:29 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Hi,
sorry i’m so late to the party, i;ve been sick quite a bit this month and am ajust now getting caught up.
i know exactly the 1st romance i read was The Flame and The Flower by Kathleen E. Woodiwisse. followed closely by anything else i could get my hands on.
i think for me it is not only the beauty and pagntry that the author creates but the fact that in a historical romance a woman had to be so much smarter. now before anyone gets mad, i justmean that sje had so many more societal rules that she had to work around in order to not obly survive but thrive, that she had to be written at least as smart if not a tad bit smarter than the hero. otherwise how would they ever figure anything out. 
tammy ramey
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rubyswan
June 26, 2012 at 1:24 AM (UTC -3) Link to this comment
Celeb is my most favorite male name..((sigh))..! All the best on ur beautiful gift giving /bk…! Check out…KAKI WARNER’S Historical Read..HeartBreak Creek..great bk..:D!
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