Debut Novel–Forever My Lady by Jeff Rivera
October 28, 2008 | Uncategorized
Jeff Rivera’s debut novel hits the book stores today! And just for Dangerously Sexy readers Jeff has stopped by to answer a few FAQ. He’ll be giving away a copy to a lucky commenter so here’s your chance to ask Jeff a question or drop your name into the virtual hat…
So Jeff, what does Forever My Lady really mean to to you as the creator?
To me Forever My Lady is more than a love story, it’s a story that hopefully gives readers a glimpse into my life, what I’ve been through and the people that are close to me how they touched my life. It’s a story about everlasting love and heartbreak but it’s also about the feeling of longing for someone and wanting them to be who you want them to be even though very clearly they are who they are and will never change. So much went into this story.
How did you hook an agent?
I do everything out of the box. So, I sort of spammed the publishing world not even with a query letter just my excerpt and I was fortunate enough to have quite a few people respond to it. The right person came about at the right time. That’s the way it always works.
Your book has been acclaimed by both critics and real readers. How does that feel?
It feels really good to be validated because as a writer, I know this being my first novel you’re plagued with self-doubt. You start questioning your abilities. It’s only when people give you feedback that you start realizing that “hey” maybe you have something worthy.
How did you keep your spirit intact when you were rejected?
I’m generally a positive person and I think one of things I did was stay away from negative people. There are some great writers out there who were mentors and supportive but there were also writers who (how can I put this best) were infected by what I call the bitter writer disease. These are writers that hang together sometimes in person, sometimes online and all they do is bitch and complain. Those type of people I learned to steer away from. There are too many positive people out there to focus on.
Did you have any input in the book’s cover?
I really trust the people at Grand Central and I trust their judgment. I was shocked at the choice at first but I’ve come to really like it. It’ll be interesting to see how people respond to the new cover.
Where cab we get our hands on a copy of Forever My Lady?
You can get a copy at: www.Amazon.com, www.JeffRivera.com or of course, bookstores everywhere. Don’t forget to support the indie bookstores too!
When both Hunter and Tru bond with Amber their mating triangle threatens everything they hold dear.
Determined to help rescue the princess, Cassandra agrees to act as the dragons’ sex slave, but can she guard her heart from the dominant males?
Camille, a plump, sweet-natured breeder, is caught in New Eden’s endless war with Baldor. Her mates, Jaxon and Aegis, need cunning and courage to rescue her. They need a miracle to capture her heart.
Werewolf-whisper Daniel is the only one who can heal Scarlet’s broken werewolf connection. If he succeeds then the pack’s needs will eclipse his claim on her heart. But if he fails, they'll both die.
A lonely woman finds passion with a dominant much younger lover, when she tries to leave she learns her new master plays for keeps.
One dangerous warrior woman plus two rogue demon males equals a love to threaten an empire.
Getting paid to watch Eduardo is Desiree’s dream assignment, but when he reaches out to her, crossing the line, everything changes.
Deep in her secret heart, she lusts for a sexy pirate who’d be her master and commander in the bedroom. But, this man may be too dangerous
She finds paradise in the arms of twin brothers, but their law demands she chose one warrior to mate and one to die.
One woman, two men, three wounded hearts--though already mated their love is still forbidden.
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October 28th, 2008 at 2:24 pm
I like the cover. What kind of book is this? Romance? You should include a hyperlink.
October 28th, 2008 at 4:05 pm
yes, it’s an urban romance. Hope you enjoy it! — Jeff Rivera (Author of FOREVER MY LADY)
http://www.JeffRivera.com