Welcome to our stop on the Spotlight Tour for Take Me Out by Danielle A. Elwood.
Charlotte grew up in the Boston socialite spotlight.
Bentley grew up on the wrong side of the tracks.
One chance baseball game will change both of their lives forever.
Can their relationship stand the test of ex-lovers, arson, and Charlotte's parents?
“I think it is time we say goodnight,” I said with a frown as I got up
off the black leather sectional and headed towards the door with Bentley.
I was a little light-headed, but I attributed that to the six pack of Sam Adams
we split during the game.
“Thank you for such a wonderful evening, Charlie. I would love to see
you again if you would like,” he said, staring at the tips of his shoes and ran
his fingers through his hair. He appeared worried that I would run after our
deep conversation. He looked unsure of himself, self-conscious, completely
unlike his usual domineering attitude.
He held my hand on the way to the front door. At his touch, all rational
thought left me. I needed him to have his lips on me. I was aching to feel more
of him against more of me. What had gotten into me?
Once we reached our destination, he leaned down and planted a single
soft kiss on my lips, just like he did that night at Fenway. His lips were so
soft and the electricity between us was beyond belief. It left me wanting more.
When he respectfully pulled away like most modest girls would hope for, I
blurted out, “ That's it?”
What
sparked your interest in becoming a romance writer?
I am a complete romance novel junkie. I love
everything about them, and for the longest time I found myself able to really
call the twists and turns in a lot of books. I figured, why not give it a try?
I love to write so just go for it!
What
was the first romance novel you read that made an impression on you?
HA! Some may find it this completely
cliché but it was Fifty Shades of Grey. I think that book left a complete
impression on everyone who read it. Good or bad.
Tell
us 5 surprising things about yourself.
1) I am
only 4' 10” tall.
2) I had
three children in less than four years.
3) I have a
ton of tattoos (one full sleeve, and then some)
4) I have
an addiction to Sweet Tea
I could never live without my childhood
teddy bear. (Whom I still sleep with)
What
is your writing environment.
Anyplace that is quiet. It could be Starbucks,
my living room, bedroom... I really adapt as long as I don't have children
screaming in my ear.
One
of your favorite quotes
Your work is going to fill a large part of
your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is
great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you
haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the
heart, you'll know when you find it. - Steve Jobs
Do
you have a website recommendation for other writers?
I haven't come across any great author
resources, yet. But would love to see what others enjoy!
Who
is your perfect hero? And why?
Perfect Hero? That is such a hard question. I
think I would say Maya Angelou since she is such an inspirational pioneer in
writing.
Which
authors have caught your interest lately? Why?
Lately I am loving Toni Aleo. The entire
Assassin's series is amazing. As a hockey lover, I just fell in love with all
the storylines.
What
type of book have you always wanted to write?
An erotic novel. I don't know if I could bring
myself to do it, but I hope to give it a try some day.
Who
are your dream dinner party guests?
Marilyn Monroe, Johnny Cash, and Martin Luther
King Jr. Oh, and my grandparents on my father's side of our family since
I never got an opportunity to meet them.
What’s
the last movie you watched and loved?
Monsters University. I am such a sucker for
Disney!
Most
_____________ in high school. (popular, nerdy, sporty…) Why?
Most likely to fail. I had a rough time when I
was in high school, and often found myself on the outskirts of everyone.
Top
three things on your bucket list.
Travel to Europe, Get braces, and adopt.
How
did you get the idea for this particular novel?
Honestly, I was thinking about an amazing love
story. Right after I finished one of the many I have read. I thought about the
perfect meeting, and how I would want to be woo'ed. While Take Me Out
isn't a perfect love, it is one of the closest based to reality.
What
is your favorite scene in your new release?
I would have to say the scene where Bentley
and Charlotte meet. It truly sets the tone for the entire novel.
If
you could be one of your characters - Who would you be? And why?
Jake! He is certain of himself, plus I
always want to slap Charlotte and Bentley around.
Flirting
Quickies:
Boxers
or Briefs? Neither. Boxer
Briefs are the way to go. Not too loose, just right.
Facial
hair or clean shaven? Clean shaven.
Alpha
or Beta? Alpha!
Planner
or Panster? Panster!
White
wine or red? White
Coffee
or tea? Coffee
Vanilla
or chocolate? Chocolate
Sweet
or salty? Sweet
Sleep
in or get up early? Sleep in all
the way!
Laptop
or desktop? Laptop
Beach
or mountains? Beach!
Winter
or summer? Summer
Cat
or dog? Both!
Twilight
or Fifty Shades? Fifty Shades
Spotlight
or In the Shadows? Spotlight
City
or Country? Country
Clubbing
or candlelight dinner? Candlelight
dinner
Backpacking
or luxury hotel? Luxury Hotel
Morning
or night person? Night
Christmas
or Halloween? Christmas
Optimist
or pessimist? Optimist!
Danielle A. Elwood is a blogger by trade who started writing
her first romance novel Take Me Out as a
hobby in 2012. She is a avid romance novel lover herself, which inspired
her to take the leap into writing her own. She resides in Daytona Beach,
Florida with her family. Some of her inspirations in writing include Abbi
Glines, Colleen Hoover, Laura Kaye, Melony Anne, and Jamie McGuire.
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