Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.
Laura A. Barnes – I’m addicted to reading as much as I am to writing stories with a happily ever after. If I’m not writing, I’m binge watching shows on Netflix or spending time with my children and grandchildren. My husband & I got the traveling bug a few years ago and we’re planning a trip to somewhere in Europe next fall. I write historical romances and just started this year writing contemporary romances. I love to write enemies to lovers story with feisty female characters who bring the gentlemen to their knees.
When you are writing a book, which is harder? The first book in the series or the others after it?
The first book is harder, because I’m trying to introduce the other characters in the series without taking away from the main couple. Also, I’m trying to establish a link that will connect all the books together.
When writing a series how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
By trying to come up with scenarios I’ve never used before. Sometimes it’s a matter of writing a common every day activity but adding a twist that makes the scene unique.
Writing can be an emotionally draining and stressful pursuit. Any tips for aspiring writers?
Don’t feel guilty for carving out time for yourself. Allow yourself the freedom of doing something for yourself and most of relax and have fun.
On a typical day, how much time do you spend writing?
When I’ve started a project, I usually will send about three hours writing. Some days are more productive than others.
Do you have a favorite character that you have written? If so, who? And what makes them so special.
Graham Worthington of The Siren’s Gentleman. I introduced this character in another series, and got such wonderful feedback from readers about how they wanted him to have his own book. He was a passionate soul who loved deeply. His character held a depth that inspired me to write a series around him.
What is your definition of success?
To accomplish a goal I set for myself. With every book I write I set out to write a story that my readers will enjoy.
What are your social links?
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AuthorLauraA.Barnes/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/labarnesauthor/
Twitter https://twitter.com/labarnesauthor
TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@labarnesauthor
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.)
https://www.lauraabarnes.com/
https://amazon.com/author/lauraabarnes
https://books2read.com/Laura-A-Barnes
https://books.apple.com/us/author/laura-a-barnes/id1194175494
https://play.google.com/store/books/author?id=Laura+A.+Barnes
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.