Can you tell us a little about how you started writing; was it something you have always wanted to do?
I always wanted to write. Storytelling is just a part of who I am. I explored several genres before finding erotic romance. It’s such fun and lets me experiment with novella lenght and short projects as well, which are easier to fit around my day job. I can’t imagine not writing.
What is on your bookcases/E-reader? Any favorite authors that you love to read?
I love JAK. Jane Austen. I read Finger Lickin 15 and Cherry Bomb lately. So everything from regency to romance to mystery. I like it all but I don’t have a lot of time to read.
Your work is very popular with readers and reviewers; how does it feel to have such positive recognition for your work?
It’s wonderful to know people enjoy your work. Reviews are nice but hearing from readers is a real thrill. Luckily I write in a variety of sub-genres so there is something for everyone to try but not everyone likes every story. But I’m always glad to get new readers to try my stuff.
What do you consider to be the key elements of a great story?
The characters are the biggest keys. For example, in my latest release….Love is Scary the two men are both gay and career focused. But they are opposite in their past experience and how they approach it. Also one is a suit wearing, dealing making, professional the other is a creative, works with his hands, builds things type. They are opposite in how they live but they fit perfectly when you get past the exterior. The chemistry is off the charts and when their goals come together in a new business, they are pure genius.
Could you tell us a little about how you develop your characters? Who has been your favorite character to write? The most challenging?
Wes from Love is Scary was very challenging. He’s all tough and muscle but he’s a romantic. He’s tried several relationships and they all end with him alone. He wants to try again but doesn’t want to get hurt so he’s filled with conflict over even trying anything more than the physical relationship.
My favorite character to write is Serena Troy from Black on Blonde and Quintupled. She’s a super witch with extreme powers. She wants to save humans from paranormal creatures but the temptation to use her powers for her own personal amusement and benefit are strong. Writing a character so powerful and fearless is a great ride!
Please tell us about the projects you are currently working on; what can readers expect to see in the coming months?
Paid Holiday releases 8/31
Exes Evan and Stacey get a lesson in mixing business with pleasure that might just bring them back together.
Three-ways and sharing men are nothing new for Evan and Stacey, but when their potential clients invite them to an optional company sex retreat on a tropical island, these exes jump at the chance to explore their sexual fantasies in a private villa. Mixing business with pleasure could lose them the deal of their careers or bring them back to the love and relationship they both need.
http://www.total-e-bound.com/product.asp?strParents=&CAT_ID=&P_ID=548
I’m also in Volume III of Ellora’s Cave’s Caveman anthology. Shifting Sides is a futuristic shifter story.
In spite of being held captive by sadistic scientists, shifters Kiren and Breman forged a relationship. The evacuation of Earth freed them, and though they chose different directions their mutual lust never died. Now, Breman has every reason to bring Kiren back to the rebel colony with him. There’s a price on her head and he’ll do anything to save her…if she’ll only trust him.
Cat shifter Kiren loves and misses her dragon shifter mate, but she had her own reasons for sacrificing her freedom. When Breman catches up with her on Old Earth, their lust gets the best of them—for once without limits or spectators. Finally they share all their secrets and Breman has a plan. Freedom and passion are within reach if they can escape the assassins in orbit.
Hollywood came calling and asked for one of your books to be made into a movie. Which one would you choose and who do you see playing your characters?
I’m Okay, You’re Dead. It’s a psychic suspense. Deanna Oscar would be played by Eliza Dushku.
Summertime…sun, heat and tans. What is your favorite Summer time treat to snack on?
Ice cream….bad for me. Diet Dr. Pepper is healthier
Where can readers find more about you and your books?
www.cheryldragon.com
For fun: You are able to meet one character from any book, who would it be and what would you do?
Deanna Oscar. We’d go around freaking people out with her psychic skills!
Sneak Peek into Love is Scarey:
http://www.pinkpetalbooks.com/index.php?/Cheryl-Dragon/Love-is-Scary-by-Cheryl-Dragon.html
BLURB:
Ryan’s brain child of an adults only haunted house with club attached is big risk…he needs Wes’s genius to make it real. But when the men meet, it goes way beyond business.
Off relationships, Wes can’t handle another high maintenance man half in the closet. Ryan has so much in his work life that sex only sounds good to him. When passion overflows into their common goals, love has a way of sneaking through.
Excerpt:
Ryan entered, still toting his travel mug of coffee. Wes noted that Ryan’s light brown hair was a bit more mussed than earlier and his sleeves were rolled to the elbow. Just what Wes needed to see, lean muscled arms. “I’ve got water, beer, and soda.” Ryan had to be overdosing on the coffee now, it after eleven.
“I’m good.” Ryan sat on the sofa and looked at the sketches.
“Did you go to some fancy steakhouse for dinner with the clients?” Wes asked.
“Yeah, at the hotel the clients are staying. I didn’t really eat much. These sketches are perfect.”
Wes sat down next to Ryan. “Glad you like them. I’ve got some leftover chicken stripes in the little fridge if you want. They’re spicy.”
Ryan scooted back a few inches. “No thanks. I don’t eat much in general. Coffee and work.”
“You’d never make it in New Orleans. Food and fun is our business.”
“I like New Orleans, just not a big eater. Vegas has a ton of food but I live here. I don’t even notice it anymore.” He grabbed one of the sketches. “She’s topless?”
Wes chuckled. “Yeah, a topless zombie blackjack dealer. I don’t draw breasts a lot. The players are transfixed on her assets and when people get closer to look the players turn on them and they’re disfigured. They try to pull the people in to take their places.”
“Perfect.” Ryan leaned closer.
“And there are more people who jump out from behind and guide them to the roulette wheel.” Wes inhaled Ryan’s subtle aftershave and the scent of coffee. Fighting this attraction would really be impossible.
“What happens at the roulette wheel?” Ryan looked up at him.
Wes’ brain stopped over-thinking things.
“People keep their hands on their bet and all the losers get their hands chopped off. You’ll like the craps table. A hot naked guy lying on his stomach is the table. His back’s painted and they throw dice on it.”
Ryan stiffened. “Why would I like that? It’s good to have something for the women to enjoy as well. It needs to be balanced but why would I care?”
Grabbing Ryan by the shoulders, Wes suppressed a chuckle. A closet case. At least there was no pressure. “Don’t worry. I’m not after a relationship. I’ve been screwed too many times. But you’re driving me crazy.” Wes yanked Ryan’s dress shirt opened and pushed him back on the couch.
Ryan held onto Wes’ shoulders. “What are you doing?” he asked.
If that was his idea of fighting off a man, Wes knew he’d win in seconds. Stretching out on Ryan’s lean form, Wes cupped the back of Ryan’s head and pulled him closer. Wes kissed him, no finesse or subtly. He possessed Ryan’s mouth.
Ryan’s hands pulled on Wes’ T-shirt as his mouth opened eagerly. Just sex! Wes reminded himself as the warmth of Ryan’s hard body melted any resolve left. This was no club hook up.
Kissing down Ryan’s lean chest, Wes could feel every muscle with his tongue as he teased Ryan’s nipples and let the crisp chest hair graze his cheek. He unbuckled Ryan’s belt and opened his fly over the hard cock. His boxers tented and Wes teased him through the slippery fabric.
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Hi Cheryl and thanks for being here. I love the covers. Both are sexy and they mademe go check out the publishers websites. *grins* I already added to my readingl ist. They both sound yummy!
Is there a genre you haven’t done yet but want to in the future?
Raine D.
I agree very enticing covers. Tasteful yet sexy
Rick
Gorgeous covers Cheryl!! And nice interview Raine, great to get inside other people’s heads about their writing! =)
Great inreview. I loved learning more about Cheryl. She is a fav of mine.
The I’m Dead series is so funny. I would love to see another book from this series. Also love Serena Troy.
Great interview, guys! Paid Holiday sounds fascinating…lots of sex on an island retreat with interesting partners. And your excerpt for Love is Scary…how could Ryan resist?
Have many sales…you’re a very prolific author!
Great interview ladies.
Sexy covers and they would definetly make me wanta read them!
Then you get the tease and you sooo want more.
Best Wishes!