tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post5931344463175091229..comments2023-10-17T06:26:02.350-05:00Comments on Chatting with Anna Kathryn: Roni Adams Rides inAnna Kathryn Lanierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10607469543348819190noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-52957052888034024982009-04-25T06:54:00.000-05:002009-04-25T06:54:00.000-05:00LuAnn,
You asked how I do my research. It depend...LuAnn,<br /><br />You asked how I do my research. It depends on what I'm researching but for my Double B series, I started with the general layout of the land so to speak. I set my stories in a fictional town but near a big city. So they are near Houston. I studied the weather for the area and to be honest I also contacted an RWA chapter near there and asked if anyone could answer some questions for me about the area. The ladies were more than helpful. This was all online of course.<br /><br />In this day and age there is no need to hop a plane and visit the area you are writing about. Keep certain things vague and you'll be fine.<br /><br />For cowboys I've read up on web sites, I've studied them (yes its a tough job but someone has to do it) on TV or on the internet and I finally visited a dude ranch to watch some in action. You don't have to know a lot just the surface stuff so you don't look like an idiot. <br /><br />Anyway, research these days with the internet is much easier than in days gone by. Usually once you start googling you can get into some web sites that will really give you exactly waht you want. I've found that by sending emails to folks and explaining about my book they are more than eager to help too. <br /><br />Thanks!<br /><br />RoniRoni Adamshttp://www.roniadams.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-50862850828695385072009-04-25T06:50:00.000-05:002009-04-25T06:50:00.000-05:00Hey all, I hope Anna doesn't mind me coming by sev...Hey all, I hope Anna doesn't mind me coming by several days later. I have to apologize for not being on line more that day. I had a major computer blow up, which is a really pathetic excuse but it seems like when your computer goes wonky your world stops turning, everything is frozen in time. It is not fun!<br /><br />Anyway, thank you to Anna for letting me play on her blog and thanks for the great comments.<br /><br />I"ll answer a couple of you who asked. First my covers. Beauty and the Geek was done by our wonderful RJ Morris. She does do covers still every once in a blue moon and as a good friend of mine she did that one for me. I have to be honest and say its hands down my favorite. It depicts the story so perfect and so simply.<br /><br />The Double B Series are all done by the amazing Nicke Martinez. I still don't know how she can take a blurb from a story and match the cover so perfect! She's amazing.<br /><br />LuAnn asked me about my reserach. This post is getting long so I'll do a second one on that. <br /><br />Thanks for stopping by everyone and again sorry to have dropped the ball!<br /><br />RoniRoni Adamshttp://www.roniadams.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-12718566052711483602009-04-25T06:48:00.000-05:002009-04-25T06:48:00.000-05:00Hey all, I hope Anna doesn't mind me coming by sev...Hey all, I hope Anna doesn't mind me coming by several days later. I have to apologize for not being on line more that day. I had a major computer blow up, which is a really pathetic excuse but it seems like when your computer goes wonky your world stops turning, everything is frozen in time. It is not fun!<br /><br />Anyway, thank you to Anna for letting me play on her blog and thanks for the great comments.<br /><br />I"ll answer a couple of you who asked. First my covers. Beauty and the Geek was done by our wonderful RJ Morris. She does do covers still every once in a blue moon and as a good friend of mine she did that one for me. I have to be honest and say its hands down my favorite. It depicts the story so perfect and so simply.<br /><br />The Double B Series are all done by the amazing Nicke Martinez. I still don't know how she can take a blurb from a story and match the cover so perfect! She's amazing.<br /><br />LuAnn asked me about my reserach. This post is getting long so I'll do a second one on that. <br /><br />Thanks for stopping by everyone and again sorry to have dropped the ball!<br /><br />RoniRoni Adamshttp://www.roniadams.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-22366461100670929322009-04-21T17:55:00.000-05:002009-04-21T17:55:00.000-05:00Hi Roni! I love cowboys and am VERY jealous of you...Hi Roni! I love cowboys and am VERY jealous of your upcoming trip to Texas and your time at the Silver Spurr. Have an awesome trip!As for the Wild Rose Press, I couldn't imagine a better place to be an author.Debra St. Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07154130275058459169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-35729494319741014312009-04-21T15:52:00.000-05:002009-04-21T15:52:00.000-05:00Hey Roni,
Looking forward to seeing you again next...Hey Roni,<br />Looking forward to seeing you again next week. Once again, you're just going to miss seeing the bluebonnets. One of these years you need to put enough time in one of your Texas trips for me to take you to the King Ranch.Betty Hanawahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04856632872661798899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-1555094072864611502009-04-21T15:12:00.000-05:002009-04-21T15:12:00.000-05:00I've had fun researching for my WIP, a Western his...I've had fun researching for my WIP, a Western historical. Trouble is, the research keeps me from writing. I knew nothing about the West but what I'd seen in movie. I've driven through Texas and visited Tyler for a conference, but I remember mostly traffic jams and crazy drivers.<br />My research makes me want to drive there again. Do you have any suggestions to avoid traffic and see the "real West?"Barbara Scotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09360666397060438433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-44686132388140625812009-04-21T15:08:00.000-05:002009-04-21T15:08:00.000-05:00Roni, Who did your covers? They're gorgeous! Ficti...Roni, Who did your covers? They're gorgeous! Fiction with cowboys will never die, whether historical or contemporary. It's truly America's story. <br />I hope you have a splendid time at the dude ranch.<br />LynnetteLynnette Baughmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16233315682673292517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-47523183145709313852009-04-21T15:07:00.000-05:002009-04-21T15:07:00.000-05:00Roni,
My WRP novel, All or Nothing, is a historic...Roni,<br /><br />My WRP novel, All or Nothing, is a historical set in the American west - The research is what I love...I'm with you on that one! <br /><br />Cowboys are always welcome around these parts! I'm an Arizona native, now settled in the desert of SoCal. <br /><br />Great post!<br /><br />AshAshley Ludwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11243475202037246651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-87327537371601510042009-04-21T14:10:00.000-05:002009-04-21T14:10:00.000-05:00Where do you begin your research? I've not had the...Where do you begin your research? I've not had the opportunity to read your books as yet, but I'm definitely going to add them to my list.LuAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13049897327581610278noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-23469695118160808852009-04-21T11:45:00.000-05:002009-04-21T11:45:00.000-05:00Nothing tickles my toes more than a great story wi...Nothing tickles my toes more than a great story with yummy heroes in cowboy hats, snakeskin boots, and tight wranglers. I, too, want to give a yippee y'all to The WIld Rose Press. See ya in D.C. Roni!<br /><br />Carol Ann ErhardtCarol Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01785763553860442948noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-61936286512707715442009-04-21T11:44:00.000-05:002009-04-21T11:44:00.000-05:00I have always loved horses. Add a good lookin' cow...I have always loved horses. Add a good lookin' cowpoke to the mix and I am hooked. Yee Hah!<br /><br />And I agree TWRP is a great place. Everyone supports everyone else and that is so rare. Finding people who actually care about you in a publishing house, amazing!!Mary Ricksenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12676306822821614446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-15298643139513733532009-04-21T10:53:00.000-05:002009-04-21T10:53:00.000-05:00Roni, Great Post. I'm looking forward to reading B...Roni, Great Post. I'm looking forward to reading Beauty and the Geek. I love the cover.Christine Clemetsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11282446601468387198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-70591710169777798272009-04-21T10:28:00.000-05:002009-04-21T10:28:00.000-05:00Beauty and the Geek is a wonderful story. I love ...Beauty and the Geek is a wonderful story. I love hot cowboys, so I'll have to check out yours. Have a great time at the dude ranch!<br /><br />HelenHelen Hardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06820047167673628170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-18675505982698225732009-04-21T09:54:00.000-05:002009-04-21T09:54:00.000-05:00I'm a transplanted Texan but horses were my greate...I'm a transplanted Texan but horses were my greatest passion for years. Cowboys, well, who wouldn't be lassoed by a handsome man in tight jeans and boots. I haven't seen many real cowboys in Houston however.<br /><br />Beauty and the Geek -- what a title! Immediately hooks the interest.Nightingalehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08557206288038501578noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-55847096525606137572009-04-21T09:47:00.000-05:002009-04-21T09:47:00.000-05:00Yeehaw on that trip to Texas. I've lived in Comanc...Yeehaw on that trip to Texas. I've lived in Comanche... Nothing gets more Texan than the blowing sand, scorpions, rattlesnakes, cactus, and cowboy boots there! See if you can find a bull neddle. Of course, that may be n-e-t-t-l-e. And don't rub against it. ;) That experience might lead to an intriguing and authentic scene in one of your next books. ;)<br /><br />Have fun. You know I'll be at Walt Disney World while you're stomping around Texas eating BBQ. :( I wish I could be in San Antonio though! I am looking forward to having food served to me for 10 days!!!Skhyehttp://www.skhyemoncrief.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-91357406623719786702009-04-21T09:34:00.000-05:002009-04-21T09:34:00.000-05:00Beauty and the Geek has the best cover. Between th...Beauty and the Geek has the best cover. Between that and the title and my interest is stirred too.Kathy Ottenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17996558118761118634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-54712810276775865922009-04-21T09:26:00.000-05:002009-04-21T09:26:00.000-05:00Hi Roni,
The dude ranch in Bandera??? How fun! It ...Hi Roni,<br />The dude ranch in Bandera??? How fun! It looks like the weather will be perfect. Know you'll have a great time there and in San Antonio.<br />I agree with your assessment of The Wild Rose Press. It's a great place to be. I got copies of my May release last week and they are beautiful.<br />Linda<br />www.lindalaroque.comLinda LaRoquehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16672522522233696282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2975156172068685702.post-50283643536482363302009-04-21T08:50:00.000-05:002009-04-21T08:50:00.000-05:00Being a Texan, I grew up with a fascination of cow...Being a Texan, I grew up with a fascination of cowboys and horses. So, cowboy stories are some of my all time favorite romances! However, I'm a definite geek myself so BEAUTY AND THE GEEK stirs my interest as well. So many choices!<br /><br />I have to add my two cents on The Wild Rose Press as well...it's a great place for writers and offers some awesome new authors for readers to find!Emma Laihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00575747694031510440noreply@blogger.com