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Interview with Gena Showalter and Giveaway

June 26, 2012 by Tori 44 Comments

imageHolla!! It’s Tori. I’m so pleased that I am here today with New York best selling author Gena Showalter to talk about life, books, smexy men, and her newest release-Wicked Nights– #1 in her new series-Angels of the Dark.

 

Hi Gena! (fangirl SQUEEE) Thanks so much for being here with me today at Smexy Books. I adore your Lord Of The Underworld series and smexy men so your Angels of the Dark series excites me in ways I really can’t say on here. Wicked Nights, which is smexy angel Zacharel’s story, releases June 26.

 

Can you tell us about the book and the Zacharel?

 

Wicked Nights is a story about the new leader of the Army of Disgrace—heavenly warriors in danger of falling from grace—and a human girl who has spent the last four years locked in an institution for the criminally insane. Zacharel, the leader, doesn’t have time for a distraction, but Annabelle, the girl, fascinates him in a way nothing else ever has. He struggles with what to do, and I had a lot of fun watching that.

As for Zacharel… my cold as ice Zacharel. I knew a simple melting wouldn’t be enough for him. To reach the heart he was no longer sure he possessed, a woman would have to shatter him. There was no one better suited for the job than Annabelle. She is tough yet vulnerable, hard yet kind, determined yet willing to be swayed. And Zacharel is able to give her something she desperately needs: someone to stand in her corner and fight for her, no matter the obstacles thrown at him.

 

 

In Wicked Nights, the LOTU gang makes appearances. Will you continue to “marry” these two series and why did you decide to write a LOTU spin off series?

 

You know, I’m just not sure. I’m working on book two right now, and so far there’s been very little overlap. However, I do think that the war in the skies will ultimately bleed into the Lords of the Underworld realm. Heck, the Lords might even start it.

 

 

How many books do you have planned for this series and who is next?

 

Right now there are three books contracted. The first belongs to Zacharel, the second to Koldo, and I’m not sure who will get the third. But that doesn’t mean there will only be three, I promise!

 

 

When will we get William’s story?

 

He isn’t currently in the schedule, but soon I hope! He was always a favorite character of mine and I’d like to see him settled. With me. Or someone else. But mostly me.

 

What is your favorite supernatural creature?

 

You know, it’s not so much the species that does it for me but the characters themselves. I love watching them grow and learn and okay, fine, be dropped to their knees by the little woman they just can’t resist.

 

What do you love and hate about the writing process?

I love creating. I love holding the finished book in my hands. Sometimes I’m not a fan of the blood, sweat and tears that actually go into making that finished book, though LOL I love knowing what direction to go with a story and the characters, and I hate making wrong turns.

Is there any particular playlist or group you listen to when you write?

 

As I write the Angels of the Dark books, I love to listening to Jason Allen Rich, Chris Tomlin, Jeremy Riddle and John Waller. They inspire me.

 

What big thing do you want to do that you haven’t done yet?

 

I want to take a month off and travel with my family, just hanging out and having fun, trying new foods (so the food is the most important thing, so what?) It’s a dream of mine!

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Thanks Gena! Today I have one copy of Wicked Nights to give away! To enter, just leave a comment. Open to US only through 6/29.

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  1. McKenna Lang says

    June 26, 2012 at 9:39 am

    This looks SO good! Can’t wait to read it, as well as the rest of the books in the series.

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  2. Carrie B says

    June 26, 2012 at 9:44 am

    Love the LOTU books and excited to read about the angels!

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  3. Eva / TXBookjunkie says

    June 26, 2012 at 9:51 am

    Looking forward to this new series!

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  4. Rebe says

    June 26, 2012 at 9:59 am

    I definitely vote for William to get his own book or at least a novella!!! Can’t wait to read Wicked Nights!

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  5. Ellie says

    June 26, 2012 at 10:01 am

    I need this book! Love LOT series and have eagerly anticipating Zacharel’s story. Love Gena and her books! Thanks for the giveaway

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  6. Laurie says

    June 26, 2012 at 10:07 am

    Thanks for the interview, I’m looking forward to the new series and more from Gena!

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  7. Monica Z says

    June 26, 2012 at 10:48 am

    Excited for the new series!

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  8. Jenifer says

    June 26, 2012 at 11:16 am

    I really enjoyed the LOTU series. Looking forward to trying out this one, too!

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  9. Rain Maiden Jen says

    June 26, 2012 at 11:19 am

    I have a question. Will Lazarus the Tampon make a come back? I’ll be out today picking up my copy of Wicked Nights. Congrats on it’s release…keep them coming.

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  10. Little Lamb Lost says

    June 26, 2012 at 12:04 pm

    Loved learning about this series. I also dream of foodie vacations.

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  11. Julie@my5monkeys says

    June 26, 2012 at 12:43 pm

    I love hearing about new series from one of my fave authors. Love that she wants to travel and eat :)

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  12. Barb P says

    June 26, 2012 at 12:56 pm

    Hi Gena! Big fan here! I can’t wait to start the new series and congrats on Wicked Nights release! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!!

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  13. Julie M. says

    June 26, 2012 at 1:39 pm

    I love Gena’s books. Thanks for a giveaway. Congratulations to whoever wins.

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  14. CrystalGB says

    June 26, 2012 at 1:47 pm

    Great interview. The new series sounds awesome.

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  15. donnas says

    June 26, 2012 at 2:46 pm

    I can not wait to read it. Congrats on the release! And thanks for sharing.

    bacchus76 at myself dot com

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  16. wordgirl says

    June 26, 2012 at 2:58 pm

    Oh Gena, I just adore your books! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  17. Maria pronounced Mariah says

    June 26, 2012 at 3:20 pm

    Great interview! Can I come along on that one month vacation please? I promise I’ll just sit and read!

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  18. Estella says

    June 26, 2012 at 3:39 pm

    Looking forward to reading this new series!

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  19. Danni T says

    June 26, 2012 at 3:46 pm

    I absolutely love your books. I can’t wait to read this one. My favorite book so far has been The Darkest Kiss. I love Lucien.

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  20. Chelsea B. says

    June 26, 2012 at 4:13 pm

    Hi, Gena! You are ammmmaaaazing! Truly. You are one of the first author’s to get me hooked on romance novels! I cannot wait to read your new book, and hope you get to do that traveling soon! :-)

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  21. Flora says

    June 26, 2012 at 5:56 pm

    this sounds exciting~!

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  22. erinf1 says

    June 26, 2012 at 6:49 pm

    Thanks for an awesome interview!!! I love Gena’s books. I haven’t read a lot but the few ones that I have were awesome!!!

    congrats on the newest release! I’m right there w/ you… if my dream would be to hop into the car w/ my BF and my dog and see the world :)

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  23. Jody says

    June 26, 2012 at 6:57 pm

    Great interview Tori! I love Gena and all of her books. I can’t wait to dip into a new series.

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  24. Paranormal Haven says

    June 26, 2012 at 7:21 pm

    I wish I could take a month off and travel too but then I’d probably just spend most of it reading. Loved the interview!!

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  25. June M. says

    June 26, 2012 at 7:50 pm

    Congrats on the release. I have read part of the LoTU series, but no other books by Ms. Showalter. I love paranormal books and especially series though so I would love to try this book. It does sound really good.

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  26. Marisa says

    June 26, 2012 at 7:58 pm

    I absolutely love Gena’s books. Lords of the Underworld and Tales of an Extraordinary Girl are amazing!!

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  27. gamistress66 says

    June 26, 2012 at 8:33 pm

    this book definitely sounds interesting & that cover “hot” :) I’d love to take a month off too but so I can tackle the TBR pile :)

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  28. Barbara Elness says

    June 26, 2012 at 11:01 pm

    I too dream of being able to take an extended vacation to travel and eat good food. :D It’s good to have dreams. I can’t wait to read Wicked Nights, I know I’m going to love it.

    Barbed1951 at aol dot com

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  29. Stacy says

    June 27, 2012 at 1:45 am

    I’ve been reading Ms. Showalter’s books for years and I’ve loved them all! Thanks for the opportunity to win Wicked Nights!

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  30. Ames says

    June 27, 2012 at 2:59 am

    Love the interview! Thank you for this giveaway! :)

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  31. Jennifer F says

    June 27, 2012 at 9:07 am

    Can’t wait to read this new series!

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  32. Letitia H says

    June 27, 2012 at 10:37 am

    Ooo count me in, please!

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  33. Megan G. says

    June 27, 2012 at 11:26 am

    Love your series, thank you for the giveaway!

    Megan G.

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  34. Beckie says

    June 27, 2012 at 1:00 pm

    Ooo, Ooo! Yes, please enter me to win. I have been SOOO wanting to read this book. Gena Showalter ROCKS!

    – Beckie
    ChiKittie(at)gmail(dot)com

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  35. Debbie S says

    June 27, 2012 at 1:28 pm

    Just love your books. I am sure this one is a keeper too.

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  36. Yadira A. says

    June 27, 2012 at 2:08 pm

    I haven’t had the Gena experience yet, but would really like to! Thanks for the giveaway!!!

    yadkny@hotmail.com

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  37. Diane Sallans says

    June 27, 2012 at 2:59 pm

    I’ve read so many good things about Gena’s books – don’t really know why I haven’t read them yet!

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  38. Lexi says

    June 27, 2012 at 5:49 pm

    Gena you are so creative. So even though you may not be a fan of the blood sweat and tears, as a reader I certainly appreciate all of it. I am with you..I can’t wait for William’s story!

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  39. Melissa (Books and Things) says

    June 27, 2012 at 5:59 pm

    This sounds so good I can’t wait to dive into the story! Oh and I would also love to travel. *sigh*

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  40. Victoria Zumbrum says

    June 27, 2012 at 9:22 pm

    I would love to read this book. It sounds very good. Please enter me in contest. Tore923@aol.com

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  41. Lacey T says

    June 27, 2012 at 10:03 pm

    I love Gena’s LOTU series so I’m excited to read this one!

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  42. Martha Lawson says

    June 27, 2012 at 10:14 pm

    I can’t wait to read this book, it looks just amazing! I’m trying to catch up on the Lords of the Underworld books. Great interview.

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  43. bn100 says

    June 28, 2012 at 1:07 am

    Great interview. The book sounds good.

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  44. Jackie L says

    June 29, 2012 at 11:13 pm

    Oh I hope I’m not too late to get in on this contest! I’d love to win a copy :)

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