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#WOTR25 #attendingauthor #authorinterview – Valerie Clarizio

Valerie J. Clarizio

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Hi, I’m Valerie Clarizio, a USA Today bestselling author who lives in romantic Door County, Wisconsin, with my husband of thirty-four years. I love to read, write, and spend time at our cabin in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

I’ve lived my life surrounded by men, three brothers, a husband, and a male Siamese cat who required his own instruction manual. Keeping up with all the men in my life has turned me into an outdoors enthusiast, of which my favorite activity is hiking in national parks. While out on the trails, I have plenty of time to conjure up irresistible characters and unique storylines for my next romantic suspense, time travel, or contemporary romance novel.

How did you hear about this event?

Pam James

How many years have you attended?

This is my first time!

What genres do you write?

Romantic Suspense, Time Travel Romance, Contemporary Romance

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

Family Forever

What is one fun fact about you?

When I first told my family and friends that I’d written a book, most everyone assumed it was an accounting textbook. I guess because during the day I work as the Finance Director for my city. Who in their right mind would write an accounting textbook?

What are your social links?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValerieClarizio
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerieclarizio/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeriejclarizioauthor?lang=en
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6573130.Valerie_J_Clarizio
Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/valerie-j-clarizio

What are you buy links?

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Valerie-J.-Clarizio/author/B00A87RJVS

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#WOTR25 #attendingauthor #authorinterview – JM Walker

J.M. Walker

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

J.M. Walker – Hello! I’m a Canadian author who writes dark romance, MC romance and I even started venturing into the MM territory. Oh but did I say I write dark romance? That is my jam. I do have goal to write horror one day. More on that later.

How did you hear about this event?

I’m friends with Angie, one of the organizers, and I’ve known her since before WOTR was created.

How many years have you attended?

Every year minus 2020/2021 due to COVID.

What genres do you write?

Dark romance, MM romance, MC romance, BDSM, erotic romance, romance suspense

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

Broken Scars – It took me 6 years to write and almost an additional year to fix up. It’s definitely the one I’m most passionate about so far. Although, the dark romance I’m writing now, is taking me just as long to write, so I’m excited for this one as well.

What is one fun fact about you?

I like to put my body through hours of torture just to see if I can do it. Lol! (I’m a runner).

What are your social links?

https://linktr.ee/authorjmwalker

What are you buy links?

https://www.aboutjmwalker.com/books

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#WOTR25 #BDSM #DarkRomance – Defiled Innocents, A dark mafia romance by Measha Stone

Amelia Moreau is barely holding herself together in the wake of her brother’s death. Lukas had been her guardian, her rock—and now, his loss has left her adrift. But when she learns the terms of her inheritance, her grief turns to shock: to claim the fortune Lukas left behind, she must marry. Not just anyone, but Dimitri Dragunov, a commanding Russian mob boss whose reputation is as dark as the secrets he keeps.

Her first instinct is defiance. She doesn’t need her brother’s money; she’s managed without it and can continue to do so. But rejecting Dimitri isn’t without consequences. Too many lives depend on her decisions, and walking away would leave the people she’s vowed to protect vulnerable. She has no choice but to agree.

Determined to endure the arrangement, Amelia steels herself for a cold, transactional union devoid of intimacy or emotion. But Dimitri has no intention of allowing her to fade into the background as his wife. With a dominance that leaves her breathless, he demands not just her compliance but her surrender—mind, body, and soul.

As she navigates her enigmatic husband’s world of control and obsession,
unsettling truths about her family begin to unravel. The brother she idolized wasn’t the man she thought he was, and the path Amelia is now on is darker—and far more dangerous—than she ever imagined.

Goodreads

Amazon

Review by Twinsie Angie

I was given this book by the author for an honest review.

GAH!!  This book was everything you want and expect from a Measha book.  I will say I have listened to books 1-4 on audio but missed book 5 so jumping into 6 didn’t leave me confused at all.  However, I would suggest reading the other books.  Not because you will be confused but because they are that freaking delicious.

I 1,000,000% love Measha’s alphas.  They are so ALPHA.  Dimitri is no different.  He is arrogant, confident, and so not going to fall in love with his wife..eye roll…his cousins are just ridiculous with how they follow their wives all around by their dicks….LOL

Another think I love about Measha’s books is that her females are not women who tower from the alpha men they deal with.  Amelia is no different.  She is a woman who runs her business and will not be pushed around by anyone.  She also goes and yells at a powerful mafia man who things she will marry him.

The love story between these two is amazing.  It is all so dang spicy….like SPICY!!!  Which is the next reason why I love Measha’s stories.  I mean the chemistry is always off the chain hot.  Amelia and Dimitri are no different.

As with all her books you get great banter, lots of love and respect, family togetherness, and twists and turns that leave you guessing.  If you want a great series, then this is one to start with or continue with if you enjoy the series already.

Measha Stone is a USA Today bestselling romance author with a deep love for romantic stories, specifically those involving the darker side of romance, all the possessive dominant heroes, and their feisty heroines. If you love a well deserved happily ever after, you will enjoy her books.

#WOTR25 #attendingauthor #authorinterview – KL Kreig

K.L. Kreig

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

KL Kreig here. Mom to two amazing grown humans, four even more amazing granddaughters and one giant, slobbery, farty Cane Corso named Ari! I’ve been writing for 10+ years but do it off the side of my desk, as I have a full time job that requires a lot of time and attention. I love books, obvi, travel, sun and just about any cocktail you put in front of me. I write stories that are deeply emotional, gripping and unforgettable.

How did you hear about this event?

My bestie, Angie 🙂

Internally Angie is SCREAMING that KL finally admitted we are besties!!!

How many years have you attended?

Since 2022

What genres do you write?

Contemporary and paranormal romance

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

Lost In Between / Found Underneath duet

What is one fun fact about you?

Usually my fun fact is that I’m an author, lol.

What are your social links?

Amazon Author Page: amazon.com/author/klkreig
Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/k-l-kreig
Instagram: http://instagram.com/klkreig/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/klkreig/
TikTok link: https://www.tiktok.com/@klkreig_author?lang=en&is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1
Kreig’s Babes (private group): https://www.facebook.com/groups/646655825434751/

What are you buy links?

Amazon Author Page: amazon.com/author/klkreig

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#WOTR25 #attendingauthor #authorinterview – Sara Whitney

Sara Whitney

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Sara Whitney. I’m a college professor, romance writer, and freelance pop culture journalist who LOVES television and has way too many favorite book and TV couples.

How did you hear about this event?

I’m local, baybee

How many years have you attended?

Three years! 2025 is my fourth. 🙂

What genres do you write?

Steamy contemporary romance/rom-com AND I should have 1-2 hockey romance books out by 2025!

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

My Not-So-Secret Santa—I had THE MOST FUN writing this holiday rom-com, and when a reader at a signing recently asked for my book with the most himbo-ey hero, I immediately handed her this one.

What is one fun fact about you?

I once rented a herd of goats to graze on my impossible-to-mow backyard for a couple of days. Worked like a charm! No more overgrown hillside AND I got to enjoy making up my own names for the goats. (Miss you, Spotted Cow! Love you, Trash Can!)

What are your social links?

https://www.instagram.com/sarawhitneyauthor/

https://www.facebook.com/SaraWhitneyAuthor

https://www.threads.net/@sarawhitneyauthor

What are you buy links?

https://sarawhitney.com/links/

OR

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sara-Whitney/author/B07RPBJV4L

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#WOTR25 #AttendingAuthor #AuthorInterview – April Decton

April Decton

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

April Decton, besides the author title, I’m a mom, grandma (8), and great-grandma (6). But they all call me Mawmaw. I still work full-time in a medical field and own a travel agency (I operate from home for clients that didn’t want to let me go).

How did you hear about this event?

I’ve been involved in author events since 2016 (addiction!). Several author friends were slated for 2023, making me aware of this annual event!

How many years have you attended?

2025 will be my first to attend, and as an author!

What genres do you write?

Sweet Contemporary Romance

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

I’ve now written 8 books. Never intended to be a writer/author. So “This is Us” is special, because I fought writing the story for almost 5 years. It’s what started it all.

What is one fun fact about you?

When I was growing up (in the 70’s) I wanted to be a gogo dancer for the Monkeys! LOL

Oh, I was a teen queen for 14-months! I have the queenly wave down!

What are your social links?

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100079685655503

What are you buy links?

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#WOTR25 #attendingauthor #AuthorInterview – Eileen Troemel

Eileen Troemel

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Hi! I’m Eileen Troemel. I’m a midwest girl! I grew up on a farm in Wisconsin and am the youngest of six. Aside from writing, I love to read and will read almost any genre, research genealogy, crochet, watch movies, and spend time with my family. I’ve got three adult daughters and six grand fur babies (all cats).

How did you hear about this event?

My middle daughter is a book dragon. She introduced me to this event as a reader and we just loved the energy at this event.

How many years have you attended?

We’ve attended for three years as readers and 2025 will be my first time as an author.

What genres do you write?

I write under three names – Eileen Troemel (obviously), Ava M Taylor, and RJ Stone. RJ Stone I have a few children’s books. Ava M Taylor is sensuous and steamy erotic romance. I tend to write in scifi fantasy, paranormal, contemporary genres. I do often use the Why Choose trope. Eileen Troemel has a variety of genres. Contemporary, scifi / fantasy, alternate history, historical (if you count the 90s as historical), paranormal, and poetry. I also have a meditation book out and lots of crochet patterns.

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

Seven Sisters. It’s an alien invasion, post apocalyptic, romance. It has a large cast and it’s a meshing of the two cultures while the alien males are trying to find their mates.

What is one fun fact about you?

While I love trees and nature, it does not love me. I’m allergic to a variety of trees and grasses.

What are your social links?

Eileen https://linktr.ee/eileentroemel

Ava https://linktr.ee/avamtaylor

What are you buy links?

Eileen https://www.amazon.com/Eileen-Troemel/e/B00JL4OXLS

Ava https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00NT6R0BE

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#WOTR25 #AuthorInterview #AttendingAuthor – Christy Pastore

Christy Pastore

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

I’m Christy Pastore and I write sexy, contemporary romance books that contain no nonsense (mostly) heroines and swoony gentleman with a naughty side. I live in central Indiana with my hubby, Kevin and our three loveable cats, Cheeto, Dorito, and Brew. In addition to being a cat mom, I love graphic tees, I’ll never say no to French fries and champagne, and you can always count on me to be on top of celebrity news.

How did you hear about this event?

I was invited. A friend of mine also told me this is her absolute favorite book signing.

How many years have you attended?

I’m a newbie! First timer.

What genres do you write?

Contemporary Romance

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

Royal Gentleman

What is one fun fact about you?

Drake Hogestyn aka John Black from Days of Our Lives called me on the phone once.

What are your social links?

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/christypastore/
Author FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/ChristyPastoreAuthor/
FB Reader Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/classylitchicks/
BookbBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/christy-pastore

What are you buy links?

https://bit.ly/AuthorChristyPastore

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#WOTR25 #authorinterview #Attendingauthor – Ruthie Henrick

Ruthie Henrick

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

I’m Ruthie Henrick and I recently became a full-time author, which is so exciting! Readers are going to love the books I have lined up for the coming year.

How did you hear about this event?

social media raves 🙂

How many years have you attended?

this will be my first

What genres do you write?

I write small town romcom and sports romance

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

Heart of Dixie kicks off the Kissing Creek series. I just love all the characters in it!

What is one fun fact about you?

I sleep with my blinds open so I can wake up with the sun. I love the very early hours of the morning.

What are your social links?


Website: www.ruthiehenrick.com (under construction)
Newsletter signup: https://bit.ly/RuthieNLSignup
Instagram: https://instagram.com/ruthiehenrick
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ruthiehenrick
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RuthieHenrick
Facebook Reader Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/RuthiesHopelessRomantics/
Goodreads: http://bit.ly/RuthieHenrickGR
BookBub:https://www.bookbub.com/authors/ruthie-henrick

What are your buy links?

http://amzn.to/XHh0Oo

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#WOTR25 #attendingauthor #authorinterview – Cassandra Featherstone

Cassandra Featherstone

Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Cassandra Featherstone

I’m an extroverted, ADHD Muppet who has been writing since I was a wee tot. COVID lockdown made it possible for me to start my self-publishing journey and finally put my stories into the world. I have published 18 books, 2 audio books (four in progress now), been in six anthologies, and have three books headed to foreign translation as we speak. Every day, I’m awe of how amazing my readers are and where I am in my author career. I love it and cannot wait to make it my full time job. Mr. Cass and I just had our twenty-third anniversary and my artsy goblin daughter lives with us, four cats, and my author doggo, Tilly.

How did you hear about this event?

It will be my third year attending!

How many years have you attended?

This will be number 3!

What genres do you write?

I write LGBTQIA+ friendly poly/why choose romance in contemporary, paranormal, dystopian, and fantasy sub-genres.

What is a book of yours you wish more people read?

Hooked on A Feline (it’s part of my larger Ouroboros universe and a bit more heavy in terms of reading, but the FMC is amazing and the story is fab)

What is one fun fact about you?

I’ve been in jails in three countries (not charged or anything don’t worry)

What are your social links?

Go here for everything: https://cassandrafeatherstone.com/pages/follow-cassandra-everywhere

What are you buy links?

https://amazon.com/author/cassandrafeatherstone

Also www.cassandrafeatherstone.com

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