I believe as a writer, you give a little bit of yourself to any character that you write. So, there are definitely bits of me in each one.

Bonny Capps – 16 August 2015

The Back Flap

What would you do if the devil held you captive? Would you fight or play along with his wicked games?

Amelia:
My entire life I’ve lived in my father’s shadow. As the Mayor’s daughter, I’m expected to maintain a pristine reputation. Everything must be perfect. My days of tutors and piano lessons may be behind me, but the need to be my father’s perfect daughter still rings true.

However, I’m in college now – so why not have a little fun? It started out that way, anyway. When I decided to go to a party with my new friend Meg, I thought my college days were just beginning. My boring little life was finally getting the shake up that it desperately needed. Little did I know, I would become the captive of the devil himself.

He says that I’m his. He calls himself my master.

Gabe:
Well, well – Mr. Mayor couldn’t pay up. I can’t say that I’m surprised. The greedy bastard is more concerned about pocketing all that money masked as charity rather than paying his debts.

I’m not a debt that you want to forget. I did, after all, kill that poor journalist that was putting his nose where it didn’t belong. Not saying that I minded – no, not one bit. It’s a high. Watching them writhe in pain, their bodies seizing up as every last drop of hope is drained from their wide eyes. I live for it – the thrill of killing. Not to mention it keeps my wallet nice and plump. My clients know when they say they’ll pay – they better pay. Otherwise, I take what I want from them. In most cases, the result is their own blood on my hands. Not this time though.

This time I wanted her, and I always get what I want.

About the book

What is the book about?

Deliverance for Amelia is about a young woman finding herself in a very unfortunate situation. She is taken captive by a sadistic hit man. He becomes obsessed with her and subjects her to incomprehensible circumstances.

When did you start writing the book?

I began writing this particular book in March.

How long did it take you to write it?

It took me a little over a month to write the first draft.

Where did you get the idea from?

I’m a big fan of erotica. I began riding along with my husband (he’s a truck driver), and I discovered the world of dark-erotica. I noticed a trend amongst these books where the heroine often falls in love with her captor, regardless of what was done to her while in captivity. One day I decided to give it a shot, but I wanted to make sure that the story didn’t have the cliché “happily ever after” attached to it.

Were there any parts of the book where you struggled?

Well, yes and no. Oddly, I had no issues writing the grisly scenes. It’s a dark book, so I had originally thought that I would struggle. That wasn’t the part that was difficult though. Putting my heroine through some of the things that she went through had to be the most difficult. Plus, it’s written from different points of view – so one second, I’m writing about a serial killer and the next I’m writing about a victim. It was difficult bouncing back to the other character at times.

What came easily?

I had no issues getting to know these characters. They came to me naturally.

Are your characters entirely fictitious or have you borrowed from real world people you know?

I believe as a writer, you give a little bit of yourself to any character that you write. So, there are definitely bits of me in each one.

We all know how important it is for writers to read. Are there any particular authors that have influenced how you write and, if so, how have they influenced you?

Definitely… I love Bukowski. Mostly his poetry because I’m a poet myself, but he is also so raw with his writing.

Do you have a target reader?

I write all kinds of different genres, but mostly the adult audience who are open minded. My books tend to be controversial.

About Writing

Do you have a writing process? If so can you please describe it?

I daydream for several hours a day, and I write for several hours a day.

Do you outline? If so, do you do so extensively or just chapter headings and a couple of sentences?

No outlining here. Sometimes that leads to more corrections, but more often than not it comes naturally.

Do you edit as you go or wait until you’ve finished?

I edit as I go and then more when I finish.

Did you hire a professional editor?

No, I did not. My mother actually edits my books. She has a sharp eye. She also doesn’t mind putting me in my place when I mess up.

Do you listen to music while you write? If yes, what gets the fingers tapping?

Yes. Mainly I listen to Clint Mansell, movie soundtracks, industrial etc.

About Publishing

Did you submit your work to Agents?

I did with my first novel.

What made you decide to go Indie, whether self-publishing or with an indie publisher? Was it a particular event or a gradual process?

At first, it was of the upmost importance to publish traditionally. Over time, I learned that if you have the drive, your work will be seen. Plus, my writing isn’t limited.

Did you get your book cover professionally done or did you do it yourself?

I did it myself.

Do you have a marketing plan for the book or are you just winging it?

I just wing it and hope it falls into the right hands. So far, it has in most cases.

Any advice that you would like to give to other newbies considering becoming Indie authors?

Never give up. Most importantly, forget censoring yourself. Write what comes naturally, the rest will be history. Focus on the story, not the numbers.

About You

Where did you grow up?

Texas.

Where do you live now?

I live anywhere between California and New York. The road is my home for now.

What would you like readers to know about you?

I’m an open book. I love my fans and I love talking to them. They are more than welcome to reach out to me.

What are you working on now?

My newest book Ember Falls.

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