It was nice getting to talk to her a bit about Crescendo, and also try to get some of my questions from “Hush, Hush” answered. I hope you enjoy.
We know, from reading other interviews, how you came up with the fallen angel bit, but did you do any research on fallen angels or was it just a wonderful moment of creativity for you?
B:Once I knew I was dealing with fallen angels, I starting researching by reading passages in the Bible, and by hooking up with my old friend, Google. The mythology in HUSH, HUSH is Judeo-Christian, but I added a few twists to make the story my own.
I am curious how Patch came to be painted on the ride at the amusement park. Will we find that out? Is there a story behind it?
B:There is a story behind Patch – and I'm really hoping I'm able to tell it in future books. So that's all I'm going to say for now! How's that for being obscure?
Very good. :)
Did you always know Patch's real name? Which came first for you, real one or nickname?
B:His nickname came first. The day he showed up on the scene, it was the name that stuck. Coming up with his real name was much harder. It needed to be so many different things: strong, sexy, uncommon – but not too uncommon.
That sounds like when we were looking for names for our daughter, well except the sexy part, something uncommon but not weird.
Is there anything about Hush, Hush you wish you could change?
B:Haha! Definitely. I think most authors have a hard time releasing their novels – especially their first – out to the public. Truth be told, I haven't read the finished version of HUSH, HUSH yet. I'm not sure I want to. I'm afraid I'd find all kinds of mistakes, none of which I can change at this point. That said, I have to have faith in the fact that I put my best effort into it. At the time, I gave it everything I had.
Not that I am the be all, end all, but I enjoyed the story you told very much and am anticipating Crescendo.
(I know, I know...but...)If they made a movie of Hush, Hush who do you see playing the main roles?
B:Drew Doyon would make a fantastic Patch. As it happens, he's also the model on the book's cover. As for Nora, I don't know. It's hard to say. Maybe a mix between (a younger) Wynona Rider, Leighton Meester and Emmy Rossum.
What songs would you pick?
B:As the theme song for the movie? Trouble is a Friend by Lenka.
Other than Crescendo do you have any other projects in the works?
B:No. I guess I won't win the Prolific Writer of the Year Award, ha! Seriously, though, I like to concentrate on one project at a time. I have friends who love working on multiple projects, or at least two, but my brain doesn't work that way. I can only divide my concentration so many ways...basically, one :)
Other than what we've heard about Crescendo (Nora's back, Marcie's back, more Patch, what happened to Nora's dad) how is the story coming? Are you happy with what you have so far? Any new juicy tidbits?
B:The story is coming really well. Almost too well. It makes me nervous. If I feel this good about it, clearly something must be wrong. It's also scary to think I had five years to write HUSH, HUSH, and only one to write CRESCENDO. But my editor and agent, who've both read CRESCENDO, are incredibly enthusiastic about it, so for the time being, I'm going to trust their excitement. As for juicy tidbits, I will also say that Detective Basso is back...
Mmmmmmm, interesting.
Do you have any ideas what the cover of Crescendo will look like?
B:I've seen CRESCENDO's cover! It's not final – there are a few more changes to be made – but the basic concept is there. It's chilling and moody and broils with sexual tension. I find myself staring at it embarrassingly often. I'm excited to see how fans and readers react to it.
I like the fact that you stare at it often, are embarrassed by the fact, and yet okay enough with it that you share it with us. I am excited to see it, and if it’s anything like Hush, Hush, I’m sure it will be well received.
What book do you wish you'd written?
B:OUTLANDER by Diana Gabaldon. I'm in love with the book!
Never read it, I’ll have to put it on my “to be read” list.
If you could live in the world of a book or movie which would it be and why?
B:OUTLANDER. Of course, I'd want to replace the character of Claire Randall with...say...Becca Fitzpatrick.
Do you still keep in touch with the people who made up your writer's group? How important do you think it is to have a writing group?
B:Yes! I haven't met several of them in person (we're scattered from Utah to Vermont to North Carolina) but that's why the Internet is so awesome! I wouldn't have been able to publish HUSH, HUSH without these guys. They're a fantastic group of writers and feedback-givers. I can't wait until their own novels are published, and I can promote them like crazy! Whenever people ask me for writing tips, I always recommend joining a writers group. Sometimes it takes some trial and error to find the right group, but they're a writer's lifeline.
The best compliment anyone could ever give you would be...?
B:I can't think of anything better than being described as charitable. I have a long road ahead of me...
Because, in reality, none of this probably would have happened without the nudge from your hubby, what did you do for him once you knew about the book? Presents? Dinner? Etc.
B:My husband isn't big on gifts (something that still baffles me) so I let him take me out to dinner. I know. That makes me sound even more selfish than I already am! My husband is one of those guys who enjoys nothing more than making me happy. I'm a lucky girl!
I understand completely, my husband says it is satisfying for him when he does something to make me happy. That’s when he is happy. So I get it. You are lucky.
Is there a question you are never (or rarely) asked that you'd like to answer?
B:I'm drawing a blank! Actually, I think I've been asked just about every question under the sun...
And lastly, being a fan of ice cream myself, what is your favourite flavour?
B:Oh man, it's hard to pin down a favorite! Here's how it works with me and ice cream. Every week, I pick out a new flavor at the grocery store. I love trying new things, and ice cream is no exception. My favorite flavor is usually whatever happens to be in my freezer on any particular day. But flavors that stick out in my mind are Ben & Jerry's Vanilla Heath Bar, Coldstone Creamery's The Pie Who Loved Me and St. Clair's Banana Nut.
Mmmmm, they sound yummy. Dove has one that’s called Give in to Mint (I’m pretty sure) that’s delicious, and Baskin Robbins has one called World Class Chocolate, and even though it’s just milk chocolate with white chocolate, it’s so creamy and good. I’m a fan of ColdStone Creamery’s Cake Batter, since I lick the bowl if I’m making cake.
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