The Steam Room

The Steam Room Welcomes Lynne Roberts!

TSR: Tell us about Hooking Up.

Lynne: Hooking Up is one of those stories that’s not as traditional in the romance--especially the erotic romance-- industry. Fortunately my editor fell in love with it too. She sent it to the big boss and soon after I got the acceptance email! It’s one of those stories that leaves you smiling.

TSR: Tell us about your recent release, Creative License.

Lynne: When I wrote Creative License, I decided to step outside my comfort zones. LOL All of them! I didn’t play it safe with the characters, the setting or especially the sex scenes. Because of that, and many more reasons, this story will always have a special place in my heart.

TSR: What draws you to a hero/heroine?

Lynne: Flaws. I had to think about this one for a while, but ultimately, it comes down to believability. I love a character who conquers or learns to deal with his or her shortcomings. Perfect characters are boring.

TSR: How do you develop your characters?

Lynne: Honestly, I’m such a panster, they kind of develop themselves. Usually the characters come before the story. With Creative License, I decided to make the perfect hero (see above answer) and from the feedback I’ve received so far, I’m not theonly one who thinks so. That left me molding Lily’s character to challenge, intrigue, and mesh with Caleb’s. She was a bit more difficult to nail down. I didn’t even like her in the first two drafts. In Hooking Up, the hero is a writer and I thought it would be interesting to play with that a bit. However, I really identify with Trisha,and I think most women will too.  LOL I know that doesn’t really answer the question. It’s different with every character!

TSR: What was your most memorable vacation?

Lynne: The next one. ; ) I’m planning to go to the coast with my awesome boyfriend.  But if I had to pick one I’ve already experienced, I guess visiting my sister in Italy.  It really struck me how young our country is. I mean there are ruins everywhere that are over a thousand years old. And I’m not ashamed to admit I cried when I saw the Sistine Chapel.

TSR: What’s something about you that surprises people?

Lynne: Recently someone said they were surprised that I was so quiet in person. They thought a writer would be a bit more social.  LOL I’m sure some writers are… but not me. Let’s see… I’m a foodie. I love to cook and bake and I’m pretty good at it. I’m also a bit conservative.

TSR: What’s next for you?

Lynne: I’m currently working on a short called Oral Fixation. I also have a novella with a beta reader. I’m hoping to get them both subbed before the start of summer. 

Giveaway Alert:  To celebrate these releases, I’d like to offer a$5 Samhain gift certificate for one lucky commenter on the blog! Winner will be chosen March 31st.

 Important Links:

Website Link: http://lynneroberts.net/

Hooking Up BuyLink: http://thewildrosepress.com/wilderroses/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=182&products_id=817

Hooking Up on Kindle

CreativeLicense Buy Link: http://store.samhainpublishing.com/creative-license-p-6257.html

Creative License on Kindle