Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.
Susan Stoker. What to tell? I’m a normal, average chick who lives with her codependent dog. I’ve been married for 23 years and met Mr. Stoker online! He was in the military and we’ve lived in….um…yeah, lots of places. We’re currently in Maine, which I freaking love! (And yes, I realize it gets cold here…but it’s a constant 72 degrees in my basement, so it’s fine!) I love my job, love using my imagination to write stories, and feel so thankful that readers seem to love the same kinds of books I like to write.
When you are writing a book, which is harder? The first book in the series or the others after it?
Usually the ones after it. Most of the time I have a “great” idea for book 1, then have to figure out what to do with the rest of the books. I usually then get into my stride and come up with great twists for the rest of the series, but it can be daunting to start that second book.
When writing a series how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
Every book is a new adventure. Different characters, different personalities. I have a good imagination and think of different situations and how I would want MY Hero to act in them…and write it! HA! But honestly, I like the comfort of writing similar stories…kidnappings, military, good men, strong normal average women…it’s my crack.
Writing can be an emotionally draining and stressful pursuit. Any tips for aspiring writers?
Don’t give up. Write what you want to write not what people tell you that you should write. Celebrate the victories along the way. Don’t compare yourself or your journey to others.
On a typical day, how much time do you spend writing?
If I’m writing a book probably around 3-4 hours.
Do you have a favorite character that you have written? If so, who? And what makes them so special.
This is such a hard question. I don’t have a favorite character because they’re all born from my imagination. I want to see myself in all of my heroines and of course my “ideal” man would be each of my heroes. But I do love Wolf (Protecting Caroline), and Baker (Finding Jodelle). And…Tex! (Finding Melody and countless other books…he’s my go-to computer genius)
What is your definition of success?
Love who you are. Love what you do. Wake up each day and find one positive thing to think about. Be kind.
Do you have anything you want to share that didn’t fit on one of these questions?
I just want to thank all the readers out there. As an author, I literally couldn’t do what I do without you. Thank you for your positive emails and messages.Thank you for your reviews. Just thank you for being a romance reader!
What are your social links?
www.facebook.com/authorsstoker (friend page)
www.twitter.com/susan_stoker
www.facebook.com/authorsusanstoker (Like page)
www.goodreads.com/SusanStoker
www.amazon.com/author/susanstoker
https://www.bookbub.com/authors/susan-stoker
www.instagram.com/authorsusanstoker
@susanstokerauthor
https://www.stokeraces.com
Email: Susan@stokerAces.com
Newsletter Sign Up: www.StokerAces.com/contact-1.html
Facebook Reader Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SSStalkers
Facebook Fan Fiction Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SpecialForcesWorld/
Online Store: shop.stokeraces.com
Aces Press Fan Fiction website: https://www.acespress.com
What are your buy links? (Provide links to your Amazon/iBook’s/Koko/etc Author Home Page if you have quite a few. Also include audible links if applicable.)
As my 100th book was published in Nov, I have way too books to mention. But my website (www.stokeraces.com) has links to all my books on all the platforms, all my audio books, and my online store where you can get signed hardbacks, paperbacks, and other cool swag!
Want tickets to Writers on the River #2024?
They are available starting November 6th at Writersontheriver.com
$75 VIP Plus – 11-12 Lunch with the Authors , 12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Limited Quantity expected to sell out first day*
$50 VIP -12-1 VIP hour, 1-4 General Admission time. You get a filled VIP bag and admission to the after party is included. *Expected to sell out first day*
$25 Early Access – 12-1 VIP house, 1-4 General Admission time. You also get a filled VIP bag but NO admission to the after party. *Expected to sell out opening day*
$10 General Admission – 1-4 General Admission time. You can purchase a bag but it is not filled with VIP swag. There is no admission to the after party included.
$35 After party – 7-11 After Party with food and cash bar. Dj with a photobooth is also included in the fun.