I am extraordinarily pleased to welcome Casea Major to Jenna’s Journal today, with my very first author interview. I’ve featured Casea’s other works here, but never got to ask her some of the questions I think readers and writers would like to know the answers to.
First, I want to thank you for coming here today Casea. Always a pleasure to have you or your work on the blog. First, please tell us a little bit about your soon-to-be released work, Night With A Dom.
I came up with the idea for this 1Night Stand story while watching football one Sunday afternoon in late fall. I wondered what kind of catalyst would propel someone into experimenting with their darker sexual desires. What would cause someone to take a small step out of their comfort zone to seek fulfillment for a craving they’d never satisfied. That is how Night with a Dom was born.
A small step, you say? Hmmm. Sounds like a giant step if you ask me. 🙂 What was your inspiration for the story?
My main inspiration was Mad Men and specifically, the smooth-as-50-year-old scotch Don Draper.
I’ve seen trailers for the series and if he’s that tall, suave, hot as three hells guy in the commercials, I understand how he could inspire you.
I’m a writer to whom names of characters have always held a special significance. In your last 1NS, One Knight in Brooklyn, your hero and heroine had names suggestive of the Robin Hood legend. Are the character names in Night With A Dom special?
The names in this story are significant in a couple of ways. Dominic is the Dom in the story but also all the characters last names have something significant in common and I’m giving away a prize for anyone who buys the book and can email me with the correct answer.
Oooh, now that’s the kind of challenge I love! I’ll be downloading Dom ASAP!
Now for a couple of questions about your writing process. Do you write multiple stories at one time, or do you need to finish one before moving on to the next?
I usually focus on one story at a time but I always have several in various stages.
Who has been the greatest influence on your writing? My critique partners.
What was the first romance author and book you read? Victoria Holt, she was the greatest.
Now this question is sort of a cheat on my part because I already know the answer. But your readers might not. Who is your favorite romance hero and heroine (don’t have to be a couple) and why? What qualities do they possess that make them memorable?
Yes, Jenna, you know the answer to this question because we’ve talked about it before. Jamie Fraser of the Outlander Series is literary perfection. I aspire to write such a hero. What makes Jamie memorable? His words/actions. The descriptions of him make him so real. I honestly believe if I saw him walking down the street I would recognize him. That’s how vividly he is written.
If you could have one wish granted just for you (not world peace, LOL), what would you wish for? Lifelong health for me and my family.
What is the most exciting/daredevil thing you’ve ever done? Queried agents.
LOL, Casea. I think I have to agree with you there. Querying agents makes skydiving seem tame.
Now a few questions just for fun:
What is your favorite amusement park ride? Pirates of the Caribbean
Tea or coffee? Both, depends on the day. Tea has been a part of my life forever and I began drinking coffee as a young teen—I like it black.
French manicure or color (and if color, what color)? French on my fingers and bright fusica or purple on my toes
Beach or mountains? Beach
Summer, Spring, Winter, or Fall? Spring
Dominant or Submissive? (Well, it is called Night With A Dom!) Switch
Oooh, now that’s hardly fair, though I bet it’s fun. LOL
Casea has sent along a blurb for Night With A Dom and has told me that one lucky commenter on today’s post will win a copy of her wonderful erotic romantic comedy One Knight in Brooklyn.
Blurb:
Melody Manning’s workaholic ambition, coupled with a slave-driving former boss, has made her the youngest market analyst in her firm. It’s also killed her personal life, including losing her fiancé. When she receives a message from him on New Year’s Eve announcing his engagement to another woman, Mel loses it. Her new, more compassionate boss has the perfect solution for her—get laid. Good and laid.
At his suggestion, she signs up with the 1Night Stand service, listing her deepest sexual desires on the application. A speedy response from Madame Eve has Melody on her way to Sonoma Valley wine country and a one-night stand with a mysterious Dom.
The sexy, masked Master promises to get to the bottom of her guilt and provide ultimate satisfaction under the safety of his stern hand. After an emotional night of submission and uninhibited passion, will her lover’s unmasking lead to the end of their encounter or give Mel another chance at love?
Major Love ~~~ Major Romance
Prior to becoming a writer of romantic fiction, Casea Major worked in the legal field for a non-profit dispute resolution company for ten years. She is now a full-time mom to three preschool children with whom she and her husband live happily…most of the time. When she isn’t chained to her laptop, she enjoys Cary Grant movies and crocheting.
Thank you so much for being my guest on Jenna’s Journal today, Casea. Best of luck on your release and readers, take my advice: take this Dom home tonight!
Jenna Jaxon Romance--because passion is timeless. 
Great interview! Some of your answers got me strange looks… laughing at your computer screen, it seems, is a strange thing to do 😉
Good luck on your release 😉 (pun intended)
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Casea – Best wishes on your release. Going by your blurb, it’s going to be a great read!
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Great interview, Cas!
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Thanks, Jenna! What a great opening release day! Ladies – I appreciate all your comments and encouragement.
If you buy the book, let me know what you think! I’ll pick a winner for One Knight in Brooklyn tomorrow morning.
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Great interview ladies…. I think I’ve found another book for my TBR pile…..
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Sara – You are the winner of One Knight in Brooklyn. I’ll email you with the file. Thanks for commenting.
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Great interview. Wishing you many sales.
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Awesome Interview! Wishing you continued success!
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What a fun premise and interview! Thanks, Casea and Jenna! Casea, I’m new to reading your writing–looking forward to diving in!
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What a wonderful interview. I am so looking forward to this book. Good Luck Casea…and thanks Jenna for the interview. I have shared it on FB and tweeted it.
Nichelle
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Bought it and I’ll be reading it today. This was a terrific interview, ladies. It’s always fun to learn something new about a fellow author, and this interview definitely introduced some interesting aspects of you, Casea.
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Fantastic interview, you two.
I’m buying this book today. I have been waiting for it to be released.
I’m up for your challenge, Casea. I’m going to try and find out what the characters last names have in common.
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Super interview, ladies! Super good luck with your release.
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Fun interview, Jenna and Casea! Good luck with the release – sounds like a fun read!
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3 preschoolers and you find time to write! You’re my hero, lol! Wonderful interview, ladies! Gonna read this one for sure 🙂
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Thanks for commenting, Ladies! I hope you do try my sexy masked Dom. He’s a keeper.
Marika – you’re a great roommate too.
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Sounds like a fun read. I love the 1NS stories and I’ll have to add this one to my TBR list.
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Great interview! I think a lot of women have secret fantasies about one night stands and some types of BDSM. Very interesting topic. New author for me. Thanks!
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That was such a good interview. Contratulations on your release.
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Also, she’s a great roommate. Jusy saying…
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Read both of Casea’s books and loved both of them. Great interview ladies and trust me, she does love her coffee black. 🙂
Marika
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Congrats on your release tomorrow!
A fantastic interview, ladies! I love spring, too, save for the allergies. 🙂
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Great interview! I loved OKIB. I’m excited to dive into A Night with a Dom.
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Fun interview! Your books sound fun Casea!
Loved the answer to the most daring thing you’ve ever done! lol My daughter is a huge Outlander fan and loves Jamie Frasier too…her and all the girls she works with even scour the internet in search of the perfect actor to play him in a movie. 🙂
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Loved this interview and am excited to read both of Casea’s books. Thanks for sharing the interesting tidbits about yourself with us!
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The first 1NS book I read was Jenna’s and loved it so I think I might be heading over to Amazon for this one.
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Trust me, Lindsay, it’s worth the trip and then some! Great book!
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