Author Linda Engman

Hi everyone! I can’t tell you how excited I am about the release of my lastest romance novel, Falling For You. When people find out I’m an author there’s always lots of varied questions. I thought I’d share a few of my most asked questions with you-

How do you start a novel? One of the first things I do when starting a new manuscript is to collect photos of my characters, clothes, secondary characters, and I even take photos of scene locations. Then I sit down and write each chapter as they come. I don’t plot too far in advance. Music is also a really big influence for characters and scenes. I always have a “soundtrack” for each book.

How do you think up scenes? First I think of proximity. The characters have to interact a lot, so scenes develop out of throwing them together in normal places like weddings, restaurants, the grocery store, or work. The only difference is the characters have to do something that catches you off guard and makes the scene compelling and memorable.

Are your heroes based on real men? Each of my sexy rugged heroes are completely made up but definitely can have qualities of the ‘real life’ men. I got the idea for Cooper Gerhardt’s character in Falling For You from a former NFL football player that I’d worked with years ago and a local NHL hockey player. But Cooper’s tough-gruffly sweet personality is definitely his own.

What are you working on now? This past winter I completed another romance novel Manhattan Holiday, set in New York City and Miami and takes place over the New Year holiday. It’s fun, sexy, steamy and totally romantic. I’m working with my editor to get it ready for the upcoming 2011 holiday season. I’m also finishing the first of my four Navy SEAL books. The first story takes place in Lindstrom, Minnesota. I know—a tough Navy SEAL stranded in a small town in Minnesota? It’s definitely fun besides heartfelt and romantic. I’m also developing a sexy-fun-sizzling romance about a wedding planner who gets a little too involved in one of her weddings. That’s all I can say...even the title is top secret!I hope you’ve enjoyed getting a look at my writing process. And special thanks to Anna Kathryn for hosting me today.

Linda

For more information about Linda, her upcoming works, blog, and links to purchase her books, please visit her website. http://lindaengman.com/

FALLING FOR YOU

One irresistible hockey player, one sexy female attorney, a case of mistaken identity, and one hot night all leads to—undeniable love.It was supposed to be a simple move back to her home town of Cedar Point, Michigan for attorney Heather Grant and her two young sons. Only she hadn't counted on being rescued her first day back by a handsome auto mechanic. Widowed and looking to mend her broken heart, the last thing Heather anticipates is falling for dangerously good looking Cooper Gerhardt with his devilish smile and mysterious questionable background.
The only thing tough hockey star, Cooper Gerhardt wants is a year to heal his injuries, work as an auto mechanic to kill time, and get back to something that resembles a real life. That is until he comes to the aid of gorgeous attorney Heather Grant, with her sinful body and smoldering eyes, and finds himself wildly tempted and rethinking what he wants out of life.
But will Cooper be able to forget about his painful past and give his heart all the way? Will Heather be able to trust and love again now that she's back in Cedar Point?