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Kris Norris March 2010

Friday, February 26, 2010

All about Kris Norris


Kris NorrisI'd love to tell you all sorts of crazy adventures, but the truth is, I'm really pretty boring. I have three kids and I'm addicted to Diet Coke and running in the woods. I spend far too much time on my computer and I have a hard time saying "no." To anyone...really.

I tend to think of myself as obsessive and one who pushes the limits of common sense at times, but I'm fortunate to have friends who try to see me as passionate and adventurous. I love trying anything that gets your pulse hammering and your gut fluttering, and tend to dislike the more mundane aspects of life.



How Kris Norris got into Erotic Romance?


I originally started out to write mainstream thriller novels, but found myself wanting to add more sensuality to it and much hotter scenes. Then I attended a writer's conference, and it opened my eyes to the world of erotic writing. I went home, bought a ton of books and started revamping the books I'd written to explore this new insight. I'm not quite sure why I hadn't seen it before...it's as if the desire had always been there, just waiting to jump onto the pages.



The Scoop!


I've ventured into Book Trailers for all my books and you can find them on either youtube, my blog at krisnorris.blogspot.com or my website at krisnorris.ca.

I have three more books already scheduled for this year and hope to have several more contracted throughout the year. I'm working on subsequent books for my two series, Dark Prophecy and Enchanted Lovers, as well as a number of single titles.

As far as dropping by and saying Hi, I've set up a couple of interviews. One with Resplendence Publishing for May 25th, the release date of my first erotic futuristic book, Worlds Apart. You'll be able to learn about it and me at http://resplendencepublishing.blogspot.com/. My second interview is for the week of April 5th, when the second book in my stalker series, 'Til Death, is released. It's entitled Deadly Obsession and you'll be able to read all about it at Melodee Aaron's yahoo group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/melodee_aaron/.

I'm also extremely excited to announce I'm going to be part of the Author's After Dark convention in New Jersey from September 16-“19. It's looking to be a fantastic experience, and I can't wait to meet some of my fellow authors and all the folks who share a passion for this genre. I really hope some of you folks join us...



What Kris Norris likes to read...


I have a number of favourite authors, probably too many to mention here without leaving important names out. I will admit to being a huge Stephen King fan. I've read just about everything he's written and find his sense of story-telling compelling. But for the most part, I tend to read within the erotic genre. I love trying out new authors, and have discovered the likes of Bronwyn Green, Lora Leigh, Tielle St. Clare, Brynn Paulin, Lisabet Sarai, Carol Lynne, Kim Dare, and Mia Watts... but again, there's so much talent out there, I really can't go wrong with the choices that are available. There are just too many great books, and equally great writers.




INTERVIEW

The Sensible Questions:

1.How have your life experiences affected your writing?
I know for me, most of my books have elements of my real life in them. Whether it's a hobby the character enjoys or an irritating habit, they have something in common with me. I've lead a rather, shall we say, diverse life, lol. So, I've had a number of unusual jobs, and love incorporating that into my writing.

What, you ask? Well, I flew helicopters for several years, was a boat captain, an air ambulance dispatcher and a 911 operator just to name a few... But none of that compares to writing... I just LOVE writing.

2.Which of your characters is your favourite, and why?
Hey, you never said I'd have to pick favourites. Now some of my characters are going to be mad at me... so not fair. But if I have to choose, then Gage Mathews would be my fave male character. He's the hero in my upcoming release, Deadly Obsession. I think I just love his inner torment throughout the book. Tough and strong, but completely at his wits ends where his woman is concerned. There's nothing more delicious than watching a big alpha male try to deal with his equally strong female.

As for female leads, I think Fallon, from Deadly Vision, has a special place in my heart. I love her spirit and her compassion. And getting to play around with Gil isn't so bad either.

3.What heat level do you enjoy writing most, and why?
I love writing hot! But there has to be a good story in there...hot scenes aren't enough for me. I want intrigue and action. So if I can make it hot and have lots of story, that's what I like. 'Cause in the end the sexier the scenes, the better.

4.What authors have influenced you most (not necessarily in the romance genre)?
Would you believe I get something from every author I read? No, really. I think there's something to learn from anyone if you take the time to look for it. Authors like Stephen King, and David Eddings probably instilled the love of reading for me, but then I take something from every book I read, whether it's a Lora Leigh novel, a short by Bronwyn Green or an Iris Johanson book.

5.Which comes to you first when you write, the basic premise of the plot, or the characters?
I'm not quite sure that I can separate characters and plot. I mean a story jumps into your head, and it's kind of all there...you have an idea on the main characters and what they're going to do...so I'd say both...yes both...

6.What is the biggest lesson that you've learned since you began writing?
I think the biggest eye-opener is that...if you want to be good at writing, you have to write... all the time. It's like any other career. If you don't use it, you lose it.

I've also learnt that editors are a blessing. They help you see the full potential your book can be and I've become a much better writer because of their insightfulness.

7.Describe your writing space.
Oh, I have this awesome studio, with a huge desk and a fabulous leather chair, and...Okay, if you must know I usually write on my bed with my laptop on a pillow on my lap...I only wish I had the posh office with a fancy desk and a vibrating chair...but then I might never get anything done ? If I need to keep an eye on the kids, then I'll curl up on the sofa in the family room where I have a clear view of the back yard and all the trouble my devil spawn, I mean loving children, can get into.

As you can see, I'm not terribly organised, but the view is nice.

The Office!
The Office!

More office!
More office!

My lovely view!
My lovely view!





The Naughty Questions:



How many toys do you have in your toy-box? (and we don't mean Barbie dolls!)
Toys, huh...well, I have several different toys, each with its own 'unique' set of attributes, but let's face it folks, nothing beats a hard, hot man...and I think you know what I mean. Besides, men get by on well-timed bits of food, instead of batteries, and my other toys seem to eat them like candy...I so should have bought stock in Duracell...

What or who does your ideal man look like?
Wow. That's a loaded question. First let's get one thing straight. I LOVE men. All kinds, all types. But if I had to narrow it down to a 'perfect' specimen, well...Dark hair, blue eyes. Shoulders that fill doorways and a chest you could wash your clothes on...but with a guy like that, who's wearing any clothes!!!

Here are some examples of my dream men... and trust me. These are the kind of guys you don't just look at... baby you touch!!!

Viggo Mortensen as Aragorn... Brave, noble and man can he swing a sword.

Huge Jackman as Wolverine... Haven't you ever wondered what else is made of adamantium?

Dwanye "The Rock" Johnson ...I don't think any further explanation is required. Sigh...

Dwayne Johnson
Dwayne Johnson

Hugh
Hugh

Viggo Mortensen
Viggo Mortensen





Are any of the sexy scenes in your books based on real life?
Of course...all of them. There's a reason I haven't written a shifter novel just yet.

What kind of clothing do you like to wear in order to feel sexy?
I think the sexiest thing you can wear... is nothing at all.

What kind of clothing do you think makes men look sexy?
Again, he doesn't need to get dressed on my account...skin works just fine. Though if we have to venture out in public, tight jeans and a casual shirt...yum!

What is the most outrageously naughty thing you've ever done?
Well, there was this time at band camp... oh, right, that wasn't me. Well, let's just say, there was this time at helicopter school camp...


Releases

Kris Norris's Releases

Healing Hands



Healing Hands
  • Genre: fantasy/medieval
  • Rating: Total-e-Burning
  • e-Book: Novella
  • ISBN: 978-0-85715-007-3
  • Total-E-Bound

Mira has only five days to lose her virginity, or face certain death...and only one man is up for the job.??

Shunned by her Kingdom because she's been given the gift of healing over fire, Mira anxiously awaits her freedom. All she has to do is complete her Rite of Passage and pass the auspicious Ritual of Sisterhood. There's just one catch. If she doesn't lose her virginity before the Ritual begins, she'll die. And just her luck, none of the Kingdom's tutors will touch her.??

Hoping to ensure failure, Mira's been given a tutor with a curse of his own. Hailing from Garinth, Keegan's plagued with a serious problem. His body only reacts to women who possess certain qualities. So when he wakes to find himself imprisoned in a Kingdom ruled by witches, he can't imagine how any of them measure up. But then, he never counted on Mira, or the way his body comes to life, filling his head with delicious images of seduction.??

He'd love nothing more than to tame this pretty little witch, but can he claim her before their time runs out?

What the reviewers are saying

"A Reviewer Top Pick! Kris Norris is a very talented author giving us a hot and steamy story in Healing Hands...a story of love at first sight, loyalty and hot and steamy romance all together in one torrid romance story that I am sure anyone will love." -Night Owl Romance Reviews


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Deadly Vision



Deadly Vision
  • Genre: Contemporary/ Thriller/ Paranormal
  • Rating: Total-e-Melting
  • e-Book: Super Novel
  • ISBN: 978-1-907280-42-9
  • Total-E-Bound

A dark voice summons her in the night, and Fallon can't deny the truth...the visions are back. But will these be her last???

As a 911 operator, Fallon Kinkade loves her job, but lately, it isn't enough. And it doesn't seem to keep the memories of her ex-lover, Gil, and the surreal last night she spent with him and his partner, Charlie, at bay. She still dreams of him every night, leaving her hot, wet and so damn horny she could cry. She'd do anything to have one more night with him.??But when the city's latest serial killer starts phoning her cell, and throws her headlong into the investigation, not to mention Gil's arms, will she play the part of the duty-bound professional? Or will she do everything she can to ensure the killer isn't the only one who'll wear Gil's handcuffs???

Federal Agent Gil Grant has only two problems. He can't catch a break on his newest case and he can't forget Fallon. He remembers - in vivid detail - how he controlled the bedroom. But she'd never take him back...or would she? When a strange twist reunites them, will he let his past keep him from showing her how much he still cares? Or will he remind her screaming isn't only for when you're afraid.


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Sacred Talisman



Sacred Talisman
  • Genre: Seasonal/ Vampire/ Paranormal
  • Rating: Total-e-Burning
  • e-Book: Short Story
  • ISBN: 978-1-907280-34-4
  • Total-E-Bound

After roaming the earth for five hundred years, Rafe's life is about to begin.??

Rafe isn't your ordinary vampire. He's an enforcer-”a vampire created for the sole purpose of guarding a sacred talisman and preventing its power from being unleashed on the world. There's just one problem. He has absolutely no idea how to find it.??

The last thing Terryn expected was to have a handsome stranger come to her rescue when some creep drags her into an alley on Halloween. With blonde hair, blue eyes and a body rivalling every wet dream she's ever imagined, she can't help but wish her hero would keep her pinned to the wall. Too bad she doesn't do one-night stands. But when the guy claims her necklace is an ancient talisman, and it's his job to protect it, she's launched into a world of prophecies and vampires, and discovers sex with the undead is hotter than her wildest dreams.??

Now if they can only survive the night and prevent a hoard of rogue vampires from claiming the pendant's power, life-”or even death-”might just get interesting.

What the reviewers are saying

"Ms. Norris deftly weaves her story of vampires, powerful talismans and simmering passion with an ease of her keystrokes in SACRED TALISMAN. With some intriguing secondary characters, this author kept me glued to the pages, eager for more... If you haven't picked up SACRED TALISMAN, then do so. It is a different paranormal story that will keep you glued to the edge of your seat." -Love Romances and More


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Kris Norris's Backlist

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Centrefold

Centrefold
  • Genre Seasonal/ Contemporary/ Ménage á Trois/ MMF/ Thriller
    ISBN 978-1-907280-61-0
  • Publisher Total-e-Bound
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Checkmate

Checkmate
  • Genre Romantic Suspense, Thriller, Contemporary Romance
    ISBN 978-1-60735-097-2
  • Publisher Resplendence Publishing
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