Susan Stephens' Writing Diary

Yes, it's that time of year again, but if you're determined to put off thinking about it for at least a little while longer, here's my escape plan...

One large block of chocolate.

One mug of hot chocolate.

One Christmas Night.

Munch, sip, read, and dream a lot- what's stopping you?!

This anthology includes stories by two of my absolute favourite authors- Jane Porter and Michelle Reid.

My story is called The Sultan's Seduction and I wrote the first line:

'When you walk through those doors you leave your world behind and enter mine...' in the lobby at conference NYC while I was waiting to meet my editor.

Somewhat inconvenient when a whole story leaps into your head in the most unlikely circumstances but that's just how it happens sometimes!

Set in the exotic city of Istanbul in a fabulous palace owned by a man known as The Sultan, this is a sensual, brooding story, about a girl who charges off to 'rescue' her brother only to find that its she who needs rescuing from some pretty highly charged situations.

I adore my hero Kemal Volkan... he's so powerful and ruthless, and it was fun locating his Achilles heel, I can tell you!

Join me with a sip, chomp and dream... and try not to smear that chocolate all over the pages when you lose yourself for just a little while longer in One Christmas Night...

Love to all, and happy reading everyone!

Susan

PS Check back tomorrow for news of a book by one of my favourite authors...

Sxxx

Comments:
I really enjoy reading your books. I like the dialogue between the characters, the settings, and the way the story line is developed.
posted by : 6:46 PM

Has this been a year looking for some fantasy to read and get outta my life!!
posted by : 6:46 PM

Joye, thank you so much for your kind remarks- and what a lovely name you have.

Hugs Susan
posted by : 6:55 PM

This anthology sounds so good
posted by : 8:27 PM

I love reading your books which transport me to another place.
posted by : 3:32 AM

your books provide me with hours of enjoyment.
posted by : 3:33 AM

Can't believe the holidays are almost upon us, already! I love reading holiday themed books. They just add so much more to the season. The Sultan's Seduction and chocolate, here I come!
posted by : 7:26 AM

Sue, what a gorgeous cover!Not to mention what a great combination of books.And I just love that first line. First lines can be such fun or such torture. Love it when they just pop into our heads. Brilliant job!
posted by : 8:12 AM

Have you found yourself a new name for one of your heroines now, Susan?
posted by : 2:24 PM

Love your books. Great characters and wonderful settings.
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