I couldn’t be more excited to introduce a very good friend
of mine—someone who is directly responsible for me being a published author.
Shea McMaster lives in Anchorage, Alaska and we met during the three years I
spent in that wonderful state. We grew up as writers together (although she was
published first and ahead of her time in e-format!!) and pushed one another to
excel. I’m so happy for her success and I know you’ll love her newest series of
books: The Robinsons Series from
Lyrical/Kensington. She’s here today to share
Books 1 and 2 with us: Her Foreign Affair
and Her Unexpected Affair --which releases TODAY!!
The softer, sweeter side of her alter ego Morgan O’Reilly,
Shea McMaster lives for traditional romance. Join me in welcoming her to Get
Lost in a Story!
THE STORY BLURBS
Her Foreign Affair
Twenty-two years ago,
she ran out on the love of her life—and took a secret with her.
When Randi Jean Ferguson fell for
Courtland Robinson while studying abroad in London, she was ready for a life of
tea and crumpets. But when she discovered Court was being forced into a shotgun
wedding, there was no way she could stay—or tell him she was also pregnant with
his child. Now widowed, Randi is just starting to consider finding Court—when
he shows up at her door. With his son. Randi’s not ready to reveal everything
to Court, but if she doesn’t will both their children end up scarred?
The best thing to come out of
Court’s unhappy marriage was his son. But he’s spent the last twenty-two years
thinking about Randi, his California girl, his first—and only—love. Now a
widower, he takes a chance he’s only fantasized about and seeks her out. At
last he’ll solve his heart’s greatest mystery—but that won’t be the only
surprise in store for him.
Her Unexpected Affair
This
was a detour worth taking . . .
For as long as she can remember,
Meilin Wu has had her life mapped out, and she's well down her chosen
path--which had no warning signs about a tall, golden Brit who would bowl her
over the night before her arranged marriage engagement became official. . .
Drew Robinson has nearly finished
his formal education and is ready to face the world when he meets Meilin, an
exquisite beauty with Chinese ancestry. He doesn't mind she's ten years older,
and the fact she knows Mandarin only makes her that much more a perfect fit for
his upcoming adventures in China. He just has to get her to dump her fiancé and
convince her that a trip in China will only enhance her established design
business.
Easy for a guy who's known for
seeing sunshine wherever he goes. Right?
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AND NOW! A SUPER FUN Q&A WITH SHEA!
LIZ: What was your favorite book as a
child?
SHEA: The Golden Shoes. I loved the story of the mother rabbit who
delivered Easter Eggs. One year she was tasked with delivering a very special
egg to a very sick child. The artwork was gorgeous and kept me checking it out
of the school library
LIZ: How did you come up with the idea
for this book?
SHEA: Book 1, Her Foreign Affair, was my nod to the secret baby theme.
I got the idea after reading a Jennifer Greene book, Blame It On Paris. From there, it just grew. Especially when my
publisher asked for two more books a couple weeks after it released last year.
LIZ: What do you enjoy doing when
you’re not writing?
SHEA: Well, usually, before this past spring, I’d say knitting,
crocheting, even a little quilting. This past 12 months has included the
writing of two full length novels, a couple quilts, travel with elderly mother,
then putting my gorgeous house up for sale and moving myself, husband, and dog
into my mother’s house to keep an eye on her while we transition into moving
out of Anchorage to be closer to my husband’s new job in Palmer, Alaska. So
today, what I enjoy most is napping with my yellow lab, Neo! And reading. Lots
and lots of reading.
LIZ:
If you described your book in three words, which would you choose?
SHEA: Fun, sexy, romantic.
LIZ: Time for a mini blitz!
SHEA: Favorite color? Green
Song? Nights
in White Satin
Movie? While
You Were Sleeping
Summer or winter? Summer!
Morning or night? Summer nights
Rain or shine? Both
Sweet or salty? Both are best together
LIZ: Name three things on your desk
right now.
SHEA: Lap top, Cordless phone, Tiger Balm Muscle Rub
LIZ: Do you have any favorite authors?
How did they influence your writing?
SHEA: Wow. I can give a partial list, and not necessarily in this
order: Susan Elizabeth Phillips, Jennifer Greene, Jennifer Bernard, Jackie
Ivie, Boone Brux, Maxine Mansfield, Tam Linsey, Lizbeth Selvig, Erin Nicholas,
Jennifer Crusie/Bob Mayer, David Eddings, J. R. R. Tolkien, Robert Asprin, J.
Morgan, Gail Delaney, and so, so many more! I know I’m forgetting at least two
dozen or more who belong on this list. Each one brings a bit of wisdom, humor,
or a twist that makes me either smile or stop and think for a moment. Rarely do
I get pulled out of the story by mistakes or weird syntax. Their writing flows
and draws me in so deep I feel as if I’m right there with the Characters. The
stories stick with me, some for many, many years.
LIZ:
Wow—I am so honored to be in that amazing list. The feeling is quite mutual,
you know! Thank you!
LIZ: Where is your favorite place to
write?
SHEA: I have an arm chair with a tiny desk and an ottoman that’s
perfect for my dog to curl up on. He sleeps there, keeping me warm and I can
get into the story for a few hours at a time. I do my best writing when
sprinting with a buddy.
LIZ: What’s on your bucket list for
this year?
SHEA: Actually sewing together the rows I gathered last year for the
Row by Row Challenge for quilters nationwide (and Canada!). Most of my bucket dreams are super big ticket
items. Have to gather a list of lower cost items to do!
LIZ HAS GOTTA ASK: What’s the most personal thing
you’ve ever put in one of your books?
SHEA: Ahem. Sorry, NOT going there!!
LIZ: Oh, you. One day I'll get you . . .
DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION YOU’D LIKE TO ASK YOUR FANS?
What is the wildest
story you’ve heard about Alaska, and would you travel here just to see if it’s
true? Or ask me and I’ll do my best to give you an answer.
I have an eBook copy
of “Her Unexpected Affair” to one person. (I’ll need your email address to
send.)
CONTACT SHEA:
E-mail: shea@sheamcmaster.com
Website: http://morganqoreilly.com/books-shea
UP NEXT:
TODAY! June 21, 2016 Her
Unexpected Affair
November 2016 Her Improper Affair
PREVIOUS RELEASES:
June 2015 Her Foreign Affair
November 2011 Rachel Dahlrumple
Hi,
ReplyDeleteI think the wildest would have to be the wild-life itself.
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Hi Shea! Thanks so much for being here my friend. I'm thrilled that this series has taken off for you the way we hoped it would. But--this family is special, so why wouldn't it?? Happy release day!!
ReplyDeletehaven't heard any
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Alaska animals can get pretty wild, and not just the 4-legged kind!! Although, we see plenty of wild creatures in town and out in what we call the bush. Just a few weeks ago a mama moose gave birth in the parking lot of a big box store. Thankfully employees put out cones and everyone kept to a respectful distance, allowing mom and baby to spend 9 hours recuperating from the experience.
ReplyDeleteLizbeth, Thank you so much for hosting me for a day on Get Lost In A Story! Miss you bunches and hope you're having a great, relaxing vacation!
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