Author Profile: J.J. Keller

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With Cobblestone Press:

The Watcher

Believe

Melody’s Song

The Ghost Inside

With Tease Publishing:

Dark Shadows—Tease Publishing http: www.allromanceebooks.com

Fall into my Arms—Tease Publishing http:www.allromanceebooks.com

With The Wild Rose Press:

The Tarot Card

Trade Agreement (Releases 8.28.09, but early release #4 on best selling)

With Lyrical Press, Inc.:

Undercover Housewife

Latest Writing News:

I had a book signing at The Yorktown Public Library on August 4. I have a book signing at Barnes & Noble in Muncie, Indiana on September 15, 2009. October 24, 2009, I’ll be presenting “Paralanguage, ah-huh.” at the Ohio Writers Association.

Favorite Part of Being An Author:

Storytelling.

Typical Day in the Writing Life:

I work full time at Ball State University, from 8 – 5, work out at the gym for the next hour and then cook dinner for my family. Finally, I get to check emails and write. Except for family time, my favorite part of the day is writing.

How old were you when you wrote your first story, and what was it about?

I wrote my first story when I was five on my brother’s bedroom wall. It wasn’t a best seller.

What are you working on right now?

I’m changing a story called Primary Contact to add a little more suspense. The story centers on a single mother, rebuilding her life after the loss of family, even if it might not be best for her and discovering love through time instead of instant lust. The story is rife with emotions, contrariness and above all love found.

I’m co-authoring a sequel to Dark Shadows with my gal-pal Theresa Sallach.

Most powerful/memorable thing that ever inspired you to write:

My young son being diagnosed with cancer and his trials. Paranormal became a key element for me to include in stories.

Strangest thing that ever inspired you to write:

A very large brown frog sitting at the edge of our pond, eyeballing me. I wrote a Free Read for The Wild Rose Press call Clarissa and Riley as a result. It’s a very cute story.

Favorite place to write:

At my desk in the den.

Funnest thing you've ever done in the name of research:

Went to talk to a fortune teller.

Worst story idea ever:

What have you heard?

Favorite scene(s) in LPI titles:

The end of Undercover Housewife when the detective hero, Josh, saves the heroine, Nikki. He wants to make amends, instead of bending to his will she introduces a new case for them to pursue.

When was the last time you laughed at yourself, and why?

Everyday…if you can’t laugh at yourself and foolishness, then life is boring.

If you could ask anyone who ever lived any question, who would you ask, and

what would you ask?

Kathleen Woodiwiss, who was your favorite character and why?

Three least favorite words:

No. Can’t. But.

Three favorite words:

Love. Yes. Happy.

What are you reading right now?

Unconscious Communications in Everyday Life

Three summer reading essentials:

Sandra Brown, Smoke;

Stephenie Meyer, New Moon;

Favorite summer pastime(s):

Gardening. Star Gazing. Nature walks.

Favorite non-writing-related hobby:

Crafting, using dried herbs and creating wreaths.

Favorite online timesink:

Checking my horoscope at www.ivillage.com

Advice to authors seeking publication:

Join a quality critique group.

Most surprising thing you've learned about digital publishing:

How popular downloading books is, and how easy to market the books.

J.J. is giving away five book thongs and two goodie bags. Attend Saturday’s live blogcast for your chance to win.