Bitten by Paranormal Romance: Cynthia Eden interview and giveaway of I'll be Slaying You

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Cynthia Eden interview and giveaway of I'll be Slaying You

Posted by Laurie (BittenbyParanormalRomance) |

Paranormal and suspense writer Cynthia Eden is here today (WOOHOO!)So, Lets give her a big welcome.

Laurie-Do you have a favorite place you go to write?

Cynthia-I recently transformed a storage room in my house into an office—so now I actually have my own writing space (yay!). The new room has a great picture window that lets me stare out when I need inspiration. It’s a quiet, cozy space, and I love escaping inside to write.

Laurie-What is your favorite type of man you like to write about? My biggest reason for asking this is because most authors like to write about as you call them GQ or fantasy men, but what I really like about your books you don’t, and it makes the book more real at least to me.

Cynthia-I don’t like to write about perfect men. Don’t get me wrong, I like to write about heroes who are strong and sexy, but they’re flawed too (aren’t we all?). My goal is to get the reader to care about the hero in spite of his flaws—or maybe even *because* of them. I enjoy heroes who can kick-ass, romance a heroine, and still have a sense of humor that will peek through even the most dangerous of moments.

Laurie-Have you ever had a character that gave you a lot of trouble to write? If so who and why?

Cynthia-One of the most challenging characters for me was my demon Niol (from MIDNIGHT’S MASTER). In the previous Midnight books, I had set Niol up as a rather bad guy. Okay, he was just bad. But with MIDNIGHT’S MASTER, I needed to transform him into the hero of the book and still keep the edge he’d shown previously. Niol was never going to be a candlelight and flowers kind of guy—his life was more blood and death. So I felt like I needed to keep his darkness but show the emotion he was capable of feeling. Ah, Niol, you were a challenge!

Laurie-Do you have a favorite paranormal character in your Night Watch books? If so who and why?

Cynthia-Sandra “Dee” Daniels may be my favorite heroine (she’s in I’LL BE SLAYING YOU). Dee spends her nights hunting vampires and she spends her days—um, waiting for nightfall so that she can hunt. She’s physically very strong, but emotionally she’s fragile. I enjoyed her character so much because Dee always got to say exactly what she thought (anytime and anyplace). I want to be as bold and brave as Dee!

Laurie-Do you have any idea how many books you’re going to write in your Night Watch series?

Cynthia-I have written three books so far. ETERNAL HUNTER (01/10) Is the first book, I’LL BE SLAYING YOU (07/10) is the second, and the third book is ETERNAL FLAME (12/10) is the third. ETERNAL FLAME focuses on my hybrid demon, Zane, and that story was another very fun one to write!

There is one more couple that I’d like to write about in the Night Watch group. I can’t say anything 100% definite about that, but there was a certain cop in this series that really interested me.

Laurie-You write both suspense and paranormal, do you have a favorite between the two you like to write the best?

Cynthia-I love ‘em both. One of the things I’ve learned is that even when I’m writing my paranormals, I let suspense elements creep into the story. Switching back and forth between paranormals and suspense gives me the chance to refresh my mind a bit, and I feel very lucky to be writing in two genres that I enjoy so much.

Laurie-Cynthia, I seen on your website you have a new suspense trilogy/series coming out, can you give us some insight about this trilogy/series? And can you tell us a little on the characters that we will be reading about?

Cynthia-I’ll be happy to share! Thanks for asking! The first book in my upcoming “Deadly” series is DEADLY FEAR. DEADLY FEAR will introduce readers to the FBI agents in the SSD (the Serial Services Division). These agents track and apprehend serials—serial killers, arsonists, kidnappers, and rapists. The heroine of DEADLY FEAR is Monica Davenport. She’s a top profiler with a very dark past. When she is teamed up with her ex-lover, they are tasked with tracking a killer who turns his victims’ worst nightmares into reality.

I’ve written three Deadly books so far. In February of 2011, DEADLY HEAT will be available, and then in March of 2011, DEADLY LIES will be released. I’m hoping readers enjoy the new series!

Laurie-Do you have anything your working on now, you can share?

Cynthia-Yes! I was hoping you’d ask this question. I recently turned in a new paranormal romance to my editor at Kensington Brava. The hero of this particular book is a Fallen Angel of Death and my heroine is a vampire. A very unlikely pairing. If my hero wants redemption and to rise again, all he has to do…is kill the heroine.

Thanks! Cynthia for taking time to visit us and letting us in on some of your work.

You can find out more about Cynthia here Cynthia's website

Now time for the giveaway. Cynthia has been so kind as to giveaway one copy of I'll be Slaying You. This is open to US and Internationally.

Please leave comment or question and say you wanted to be entered and add you email. This way I know who wants to be entered. This giveaway will run for one day so please enter by 6:00am on the 21st.

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69 comments:

Vixhen said...: Cynthia:

I absolutely LOVED the Eternal Hunter. The connection between Erin & Jude was HOT. I also liked the fact the women in your story were strong and not afraid to kick butt when necessary. I so look forward to your next two books in this series.

lrjv329@yahoo.com; May 20, 2010 7:41:00 AM
E.J. Stevens said...: Great interview.

Cynthia,
I love the premise of your new book. A Fallen Angel of Death in love with the vampire he must kill. I can't wait! Please let us know when this one will be releasing so I can add it to my tbr wishlist as well. :)

I would love a chance to be entered in the giveaway!

xx,
E.J.

e.j.stevens.author[at]gmail[dot]com; May 20, 2010 7:47:00 AM
Julie said...: It's so important to have your own special space to escape to!
Please count me in the giveaway juliecookies(at)gmail.com; May 20, 2010 8:21:00 AM
Angel said...: Ah, what I wouldn't give for an office with a picture window!! I'm so jealous!
Count me in for the contest please!
dukesangel002(at)yahoo(dot)com; May 20, 2010 8:36:00 AM
Stella (Ex Libris) said...: Hi Cynthia! Thanks for the fun giveaway and for offering up one book even to international followers!

I admit I haven't heard of you until now (blame this on my living in Europe and being fairly new to UF), but your books sound fascinatinga nd I'll be adding you to my wishlist.

A sense of humour is a MUST! Men can look swoonworthy but if they don't have a sense of humour they can be dull.

Oh, Dee sounds like a fun character to write, it would be fun if one's real life friend was like that, life sure wouldn't be boring! :-D lol

Ohh, your newest book's premise (fallen angel+vampire heroine) sounds exciting! Can't wait to read it!

Please enter me.

Thank you,

stella.exlibris (at) gmail (dot) com; May 20, 2010 8:54:00 AM
Linda Henderson said...: I can't wait for your Deadly series, please enter me in the giveaway.

seriousreader at live dot com; May 20, 2010 8:59:00 AM
Sherry Ficklin said...: I love how you said you write your men with flaws, becasue it's the flaws in yout characters that make them so stinkin' sexy! Like Mr. Darcy. we love them becasue of their flaws! Great interview, and great giveaway!

sdficklin@msn.com

www.sherryficklin.com; May 20, 2010 9:14:00 AM
Artemis said...: My two favorite types: paranormal and suspense. Okay, I am really looking forward to your new project at Kensington Brava! A Fallen Angel paired with a Vampire. How yummy!

Enter me.

cindersmaria@yahoo.com; May 20, 2010 9:20:00 AM
Anonymous said...: Hi, I love your books and what a great interview.

I would love to be entered into the giveaway.
andreamcummings@hotmail.com

Andrea; May 20, 2010 9:23:00 AM
Cynthia Eden said...: Thanks so much for interviewing me! :-)

Hi, Vixhen! I am glad that you enjoyed Eternal Hunter--thank you! And I"m happy to hear you're looking forward to the next 2 books!

Thanks, E.J.! I had a blast writing that Fallen Angel book. I actually just sent a proposal to my agent for more Fallen Angels, so hopefully I'll have the chance to write more! As soon as I get a release date for the first one, I'll definitely post!; May 20, 2010 9:25:00 AM
Cynthia Eden said...: LOL, Julie, it totally is! After floating around with my laptop for years, I'm glad to have my own space!

Hi, Angel! I so love that window.

Hey, Stella! Glad you like the sound of my books--thank you! And thanks for checking out the interview.; May 20, 2010 9:26:00 AM
Cynthia Eden said...: Morning, Linda! Thanks! I'm excited about the upcoming release of my Deadly books!

Thank you, Sherry!! I love those flawed heroes and heroines!! :-) Thanks for coming by & checking out the interview!

Thanks for all the comments!; May 20, 2010 9:27:00 AM
Erotic Horizon said...: Hey Cyntia

Lovely to meet you here and find out more about your work..

I have just gotten my grubby little mitts on The Midnight Trilogy..

I am not so much into paranormal but I am really liking the balance of everyday normal mixed in with the para stuff..

I am just a few pages in so far... but really liking it already.

Deadly Fear - I am chomping at the bit for the Romance Suspense book - those I adore...

I am loving the cover of Deadly Fear...

Laurie - thank for the intro to this author. Pleade dont enter me for this..

I have already penciled in Deadly Fear onto the calendar..

E.H>; May 20, 2010 9:32:00 AM
Cynthia Eden said...: Hi, Artemis!! Thanks! That story was so much fun to write!

Thank you, Andrea! I'm so happy to hear that you enjoy my books.; May 20, 2010 9:36:00 AM
Eva / TXBookjunkie said...: I'm so looking forward to the next Night Watch book. And I loved Niol - he was my favorite! I guess you can say I have a thing for bad boys. :)

txbookjunkie at gmail dot com; May 20, 2010 9:50:00 AM
Anonymous said...: Hi Cynthia! I saw your link on FB! Enter me in your contest please! I can't wait to pick up more of your books! :)

Thanks,
Barb Riley
barb@barbriley.com; May 20, 2010 9:50:00 AM
YzhaBella (aka Kate) said...: Hello Cynthia! Thank for sharing with us today! I LOVE the idea of a space such as your new writing room. Except, mine would be a sanctuary for reading and getting a minute or two of peace from the rigors of life!

I can't wait to hear more about your next Paranormal! "Fallen Angel of Death" and a vampire heroine! Right up my ally!

Please enter me!
Thanks!
Kate (aka YzhaBella)
mleger0546(at)rogers.(dot)com; May 20, 2010 9:58:00 AM
Natasha A. said...: I would love a chance to win this book! I love Cynthia's writing!
Thank you!

natasha AT likeminds DOT ca; May 20, 2010 10:07:00 AM
Cecile said...: Great interview to the both of you!!!
It is always nice to read about an author and see a glimpse of their personality.

Please count me in!
alliwantandmorebooks@gmail.com; May 20, 2010 10:16:00 AM
Shelly Estes said...: Please include me in the giveaway - I love the Midnight Series by Cynthia!

shelly_estes@yahoo.com; May 20, 2010 10:29:00 AM
Edie Ramer said...: Great interview! I love all of your books. Your characters are amazing, and your writing is so good. Very page-turning. And your new office sounds lovely. :); May 20, 2010 10:34:00 AM
nmulder81 said...: Great interview! I loved the insight on writing and developing the character of Niol...since he has been my favorite character so far. I'm not sure why he appealed to me more then other heros. Maybe its my nature to just think that even though your a bad ass, your still capable of loving woman the right way. I want to believe that everyone is capable of love to some extent...and I LOVE when they come to the rescue! Don't get me wrong, I love a strong woman as well...but my hopeless romantic side wants to see the guy swoop in and save the day lol. Flaws and all!

Please enter me, Id LOVE to win Cynthia's next book. Im totally captivated by the writing from the second my eyes lock onto the book :)

nmulder81@yahoo.com; May 20, 2010 10:43:00 AM
Casey Crow said...: Cynthia ~ great interview!! Looking forward to the Deadly series!
Casey Crow
www.caseycrow.com
caseyecrow@gmail.com; May 20, 2010 10:53:00 AM
Shanise said...: Great interview!
Enter me.
camisadomind@yahoo.com; May 20, 2010 10:54:00 AM
Victoria said...: Love your books. Am really looking forward to I'll Be Slaying You. So right now it looks like there will be four books in the series? I could handle more ;).; May 20, 2010 10:54:00 AM
robsad79 said...: I can't wait to read these books. :)

Please enter me.

sadler1279@yahoo.com; May 20, 2010 10:57:00 AM
Cynthia Eden said...: Hi, E.H.! LOL, glad you've gotten the Midnight books! I hope you enjoy them! And I'm also pleased to hear that you're a fan of romantic suspense. I was very excited to have the chance to write Deadly Fear!

Oh, Barb, you're not alone! I've got a wee thing for those bad boys, too!

Hey, Kate! I am so loving my space!! And I'm really happy that folks here are interested in the Fallen Angel and vampire story. It was a real blast to write!

Thank you, Natasha!!; May 20, 2010 12:18:00 PM
debbie said...: Thank-you for the great interview, now I really want to read the book.
Please enter me in the giveaway.
twoofakind12@yahoo.com; May 20, 2010 12:22:00 PM
jeanette8042 said...: Awesome interview and I LOVE your first book Eternal Hunter so please count me in on this giveaway! I'm also loving the concept of the paranormal you're working on now, can't wait!

lilazncutie1215 @ yahoo.com; May 20, 2010 12:56:00 PM
HighlandHussy said...: the new kensington book sounds awesome!!!
I soo want to read the book "I'll be slaying you!!!" Now I just have to run out and get the first one! :)
count me in!
prettyprincess080[at]hotmail.com; May 20, 2010 1:05:00 PM
ilona said...: I loved Eternal Hunter and can't wait until I can get enough money together to buy I'll Be Slaying You. Of course if I win then the money can be put aside for Eternal Flame:D; May 20, 2010 1:13:00 PM
Lucy said...: Please sing me up.
I would love to win your book!

lucybeugelingramos@gmail.com; May 20, 2010 1:37:00 PM
Paranormal Haven said...: No need to enter me. I've already had the pleasure of reading this book. I just wanted to say great interview!

Stephanie G; May 20, 2010 1:43:00 PM
Lizzielvr said...: Hi Cynthia! I was first introduced to your books in the anthology “When He was Bad”, have been a fan ever since!

Please enter me sgalley65 @ yahoo.com; May 20, 2010 2:08:00 PM
elaing8 said...: Great interview. Looking forward to reading hte Night Watvh series
please count me in for thr giveaway
elaing8(at)netscape(dot)net; May 20, 2010 2:13:00 PM
Cynthia Eden said...: Thanks for checking out the interview, Cecile!

Thank you, Shelly! So happy you liked the Midnight series!

Hi, Edie!! :-) Always nice to "see" you! Thank you!

Nmulder, I want to believe that even "bad" guys can love, too. Maybe that's why Niol appealed to me!; May 20, 2010 2:31:00 PM
s7anna said...: Hi Cynthia,
I started reading your work this year and I was absolutely blown away by your writing. Your characters are so well developed...in fact they are so well described that I fall in love with not only your main characters but also various side characters you have interspersed through the book. I can't wait to read I'll Be Slaying You...it looks like another fantastic addition to this great series.

Please *pretty please* Count me in for the incredible giveaway.

hugs,
Anna
s7anna@yahoo.ca; May 20, 2010 2:32:00 PM
Cynthia Eden said...: Hey, Casey! Thanks for stopping by!

Thanks, Shanise!

Hello, Victoria! Thank you! Three books are written for the series, but I've got very strong ideas for a 4th (I just let my Fallen Angel book distract me!).

Thanks, robsad79!; May 20, 2010 2:32:00 PM
Cynthia Eden said...: Thanks for checking out the interview, Debbie!

Glad you liked the interview and Eternal Hunter, Jeanette! Thanks!!

Thanks, HighlandHussy (LOVE that name!).

Thank you, Ilona! I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed Eternal Hunter!

Hi, Lucy! Consider yourself signed up! :-)

Hey, Stephanie! Thanks!; May 20, 2010 2:38:00 PM
Cynthi aEden said...: Oh, Lizzie, thanks!! :-)

Elaing8, thanks for reading the interview!

Hey, Anna! How are you? And thank you so much!!! I hope you continue to enjoy my stories.; May 20, 2010 2:40:00 PM
Paranormal and Romantic Suspense Reviews said...: Hi Cynthia,

I love reading your books and please keep up the great work!

Great interview and glad to hear you are branching out into the romantic suspense genre!

Congrats on your upcoming series and can't wait to read!

Please count me in the giveaway, thanks!

Paranormalsuspense(at)hotmail(dot)com; May 20, 2010 3:31:00 PM
Taylor Z said...: Hey, i love your books. They always put me in a good mood. If I win this book, it will be the best b-day ever! Count me in!

Taylor Z

Lovemusicgirlx94@aol.com; May 20, 2010 4:00:00 PM
Christie (The Fiction Enthusiast) said...: I’d love to enter :) I can’t wait for I’ll Be Slaying You, but I’m even more excited about Zane’s story later this year.

Your newest series sounds fascinating. Vampires and fallen angels! I’m intrigued.

TheFictionEnthusiast @ live.com; May 20, 2010 5:00:00 PM
Laurie (BittenbyParanormalRomance) said...: This comment has been removed by the author.; May 20, 2010 5:12:00 PM
Laurie (BittenbyParanormalRomance) said...: I am posting this for Emma, for some reason she isnt able to post.

Great interview I’ve read Immortal Danger so will be recommending to my library they get the rest of your books J Would love to enter the competition if possible.

Email emmad@xtra.co.nz

Thanks

Emma; May 20, 2010 5:14:00 PM
Cathy M said...: Love your storytelling Cynthia. A great balance of paranormal and romance, and I always look forward to reading your stories.

Please enter me in the contest.

caity_mack(at)yahoo(dot)com; May 20, 2010 5:22:00 PM
Barbarita V said...: I would love to enter. I really liked "Dee" I bet her book is going to be HOT and very emotional!; May 20, 2010 6:00:00 PM
limecello said...: Oooo great interview! I really enjoy your books, Cynthia, and can't wait to read I'll be Slaying You!
I'm also excited about the upcoming series, and can I be shallow and say I love the cover? The purple... well the colors really, which are similar yet different to your Brava covers... The art department did a good job.
As for what you're working on now... whew. You love to torture your characters, don't you? :P How did you come up with the idea for the couple - who they are/what they do and you know, that the hero is supposed to kill the heroine?; May 20, 2010 6:22:00 PM
Stacy Stew said...: I've never read one of your books, but I"ll be Slaying You sounds good. I love the promise of the title. Please enter me.....Stacy
samnstacyATmeDOTcom; May 20, 2010 6:38:00 PM
Robin K said...: Dee sounds like a great character. I love strong heroines. Are there really any other kind!

robin [at] intensewhisper [dot] com; May 20, 2010 7:02:00 PM
Kate S said...: Yay, Cindy! Great interview. And I especially liked reading about Niol, because he was my favorite character from the moment he appeared - couldn't get enough of him. :) Must be the bad-boy thing - I love a dark hero/anti-hero. :)

And of course, I'd like to be entered in the contest, too. :); May 20, 2010 7:02:00 PM
Heather (DarklyReading) said...: Great interview Laurie! Cynthia Eden's books sound great! I haven't had a chance to read the different series yet but I'm a fan of the tough on the outside/ fragile on the inside heroine!

Please enter me in the contest! darklyreading (at) gmail (dot) com; May 20, 2010 7:07:00 PM
Barbara E. said...: Cynthia, congrats on your new writing space, it sounds wonderful. I have an office with a large window that looks onto the street. I love watching the world go by. I enjoyed the interview and I'd love to be entered to win a copy of I'll Be Slaying You.
Barbed1951(at)aol(dot)com; May 20, 2010 7:50:00 PM
stacey said...: i so want this book please inter me in the contest.I have one of your book just waiting to get the rest of the set before reading them. they sound so good.

sasluvbooks(at)yahoo.com; May 20, 2010 7:56:00 PM
Diane said...: Hi Cynthia and Laurie
Looking forward to reading I'll be slaying you and Deadly Fear; I've enjoyed Cynthia's books so far and I'm sure I won't be disappointed.; May 20, 2010 8:01:00 PM
tetewa said...: I'm looking forward to the Deadly series, sounds good! tWarner419@aol.com; May 20, 2010 8:30:00 PM
Michele said...: Love all of your books Cynthia so I know I'LL BE SLAYING and the first in your new series DEADLY FEAR will not disappoint :)

Please enter me in this fabulous contest!!!

harps44@earthlink.net; May 20, 2010 8:38:00 PM
Cynthia Eden said...: Paranormal & Romantic Suspense--thanks!! I had a lot of fun answering the interview questions & I appreciate the congrats!

Hi, Taylor! Aw, thank you!! Hearing that my books put you in a good mood is an awesome compliment.

Hey, Christie!! I'm really excited that Kensington is releasing all 3 Night Watch books this year. HOpe you like Dee and Zane's stories!

Thank you, Emma! I'm very pleased to hear you enjoyed Immortal Danger!; May 20, 2010 8:52:00 PM
Cynthia Eden said...: Hi, Cathy! Thank you!! :-)

LOL, Barbarita, I must confess that I hurt Dee a bit in I'll Be Slaying You. But don't worry--she recovers.

Thank you, limecello! And you can be as shallow as you wanna be! I love the cover too! For the Fallen Angel storyline...I started with what he *was* (I mean, I knew I wanted to write a story about a Fallen Angel, but I wanted him to be a Death angel). Then I had to figure out why he fell. I decided the reason he fell was b/c he hesitated to take the soul of one of his charges (our heroine). Because of that one hesitation, he fell and her life and her fate were forever changed. She became a vampire and he became a Fallen. So if he wants to get his wings back, he has to finish the job--kill her.

Sorry, that may have been way more info than you wanted!!; May 20, 2010 8:53:00 PM
Cynthia Eden said...: Hi, Stacy! I'LL BE SLAYING YOU is actually one of my all-time favorite book titles--and it's one of the very few that I came up with! Usually, I suck at titles and my editor has to go through a round of choices. This time, we got lucky!

Robin, I do love those strong characters, too!

Oh, Kate, I so understand that bad boy appeal!

Hi, Heather! I enjoy it when characters are physically strong but emotionally vulnerable. I feel like it balances them that way. :-)

Thank you, Barbara! I like to watch the world go by, too. It's peaceful.; May 20, 2010 8:54:00 PM
Cynthia Eden said...: Hello, Stacey! Glad you like the sound of my books--thanks!!

Oh, thank you, Diane! I certainly hope you're not disappointed!

Laurie, thanks so much for having me over today--I've had a fabulous time!; May 20, 2010 8:54:00 PM
Cynthia Eden said...: Thanks,tetewa!

Hi, Michele! Thanks for coming by! :-); May 20, 2010 8:56:00 PM
Pamk said...: great interview. Love all of your books and this looks to be on exception. Love the tease you gave of upcoming paranormal. That will be a definitely buy book
please enter me
scrtsbpal at yahoo dot com; May 20, 2010 10:47:00 PM
Christina said...: Great interview! Thank you so much for bringing a new to me author to my attention. Paranormal romances are among my favorite types right now following closely by rom/suspense so I am very excited to get my hands on one of Cynthia's books. my email addy is crysteena73@aol.com; May 20, 2010 11:09:00 PM
Martha Lawson said...: Hi Cynthia! Loved the interview. I'm glad to know you have more books coming. I absolutely adore your books, I've read them all. Nioll was a favorite of mine. Please enter me to win, I can't wait to read I'll be Slaying You..

mlawson17 at hotmail dot com; May 21, 2010 12:02:00 AM
Willa said...: *Waving at Cynthia*

Can't wait for the Deadly series . . . squeeeee! Won't enter the draw having won books from you already . . . just wanted to say 'hi' - oh and Colin! :D; May 21, 2010 5:36:00 AM
Laurie (BittenbyParanormalRomance) said...: I want to thank everone that stopped in to commment. And thanks again Cynthia! I cant wait for your Deadly series!; May 21, 2010 7:40:00 AM
Leilani @Leilani Loves Books said...: Has anyone read Cynthia's The Vampires Kiss? I LOVED it! Theres a review on my blog if you want to read it.
Thanks for the contests guys!!

-Leilani
vampiregirl813@gmail.com; May 21, 2010 9:58:00 AM
Michele said...: Yes Leilani I have read the THE VAMPIRES KISS, loved it too, couldn't put it down!!!; May 21, 2010 9:52:00 PM