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Jude Mason is a multi-published Canadian born author and writes in a variety of genres adores stretching the boundaries. The bulk of her work has been D/s and femdom, but she enjoyed straying into fetish, pulp fiction, m/m and sci-fi, among others. She has a saying, ‘Come, explore with me…if you dare!’INTERVIEW
Sally: “What do you find exciting about writing romance novels?”
Jude: “I’ve always enjoyed the more sensual part of any story. Even when I was young, although I read science fiction and detective novels, I would feel that extra thrill when I got to the naughty bits. I guess the very best part is romance can be any genre. I mean you can have romantic westerns or historicals, there’s just such an enormous range of things you can write about.”
Sally: “That’s true. There is something for everyone. Do you have any words of advice for writers who are just starting out?”
Jude: “I remember so well being a new writer online. I didn’t have a clue how to go about being published. I think persistence is a good thing. Practicing the craft is essential, if you don’t do it, you lose it. A really good idea is to find a group or someone who can point you in the right direction or answer your questions.
“One thing I’ve been told by publishers over the years that’s huge. When you are ready to submit that wonderful piece of work, read the guidelines before you send. One publisher told me that as many as 50% of all the books he had subbed to him were deleted unread. That was a big shock to me. Apparently, some authors seem to think that any publisher will publish all genres. Not so, and a very big mistake to think so. Many publish one or two genres, so find out. Also, make sure you send exactly what they want in the format they want it in.”
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Sally: “Excellent advice! So what’s in store for your readers?”Jude: “Oh now that’s a fine question. At the moment, I’m leaning towards m/m romance and erotica, with a touch of paranormal. I adore getting under the skin of a couple of hunky men and exploring that side of sensuality. I tend to like men who are bisexual so there’s always the chance some very lucky woman might be joining in. I will say that readers won’t find anything too vanilla coming from me any time soon. If you like your reading a little kinky or mixed genre, I’ll be there.”
Sally: “Well, that sounds like a new series to me. Do you have a new book series you’re working on?”
Jude: “At the moment, I’m working with Jamie Hill on a paranormal m/m series that we’ve tentatively called ‘Kindred Spirits’. It centers around an inn on the west coast of either Canada or the US, we haven’t specified that yet and may not. Our lead character has decided to quit the rat race and buy himself an inn, which also happens to have a few spirits running around. The handyman, who is a hunk and a half, soon finds his way into the new owner’s heart. Together, they will entertain a variety of guests, solve the issues of some of the spirits living at the inn and get into some trouble together. So far, we haven’t decided exactly how many books there will be in this series, but there will be at least three. More if the readers want them. I think we could do quite a few with this premise.”
Sally: It sounds like it! Congratulations on your new series. I’m curious, since you said you are partnering with Jamie, what do you think of partnerships when it comes to writing?”
Jude: “I’ve worked with a couple of authors and sometimes it works and other times it sucks. Right now, I’m working with Jamie Hill and it’s been awesome. We both worry about our friendship being hurt, but we’re so much alike that I just can’t see it happening. We’ve talked a lot and promised each other that if there was any pressure or any chance of that happening, we’d drop the writing together. But, so far, it’s been awesome and we’re now on our third series. We’re both perfectionists, to some degree, and we write at about the same speed… okay she’s faster, but it’s really been great and I hope to do it for a long time yet.”
Sally: “That’s great that you’re keeping a pulse on your friendship, partnerships are great when both parties work on it. I’m sure it helps to have someone to brainstorm ideas with. Most readers always ask where writers get their story ideas, so, I’ll ask it for them and also what inspires you?
Jude: “I adore this question, and it’s incredibly difficult to explain to a non-writer. I can be completely into something else, cooking, walking the dog…okay, I don’t really have a dog, but go with me here…gardening, shopping, and suddenly I’ll get a flash. Sometimes it’s the bare bones of an idea, but more often, I’ll get the entire story in that flash. Yes, it’s condensed and needs the details filled in, but the rough draft is there. The characters, what they look like, where they’ve been—everything. I just have to write it.
“I’ve had nightmares about what my life would be without those flashes. Truly a terrifying thought because I’ve always had them. I mean, what would my life be without all those voices whispering/yelling in my ear?”
Sally: “Thank you, Jude for visiting with us today. Be sure to visit Jude’s website and of course read her books. You’ll have a hot sizzling fun time!
Comments
Great interview, Jude! For those of you who haven't read any of Jude's work, try a short story from the Spank Me Once anthology...you'll need a cold shower, or batteries!
Hey Jude! Nice interview. That *Fertile Domain* cover rocks! kudos.
Sally, that's a great interview of Jude. I enjoyed it. I just happened upon this site while blogging and promoting my new book, "Beth:Love Along The Way...by B.G.Sanford," and just released by Eloquent Books. It's the amazing story of one woman who overcoms all odds and obstacles that life has thrown at her, along with enduring a bitter divorce, to find real Love.......Along the Way. It's romance, it's relationships, it's raw emotion and drama at it's finest, and it's damned entertaining! For th
Jude,
Since you like Science Fiction with your romance I was wondering when we get Ogopogo in the background. I'd read that one for sure.
Ray
Ray, you made me laugh. I remember being terrified of the Ogopogo when I was a kid. I was sure he was right below me just waiting for the right opportunity to grab a leg. Gulp!
B.G., Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment. Good luck with your book!
Bryle, thanks so much. Yup, that cover is very nice and it soo fits the book. Two hot guys in trouble. YUM!
Rie, I completely agree with you. Those Spank Me Anthologies are HOT!
Thanks so much you guys!
Don't worry, if the voices ever stop yelling in your ear, you'll still have me. *G* Great interview, Jude.
Hugs!
Yay, I'll have Jamie yelling in my ear. Gulp. Okay, I'm scared now. LOL
Thanks for dropping in, Jamie.
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Your description of you and Jamie's friendship is awesome. It's always great to hear how authors get their ideas. Great interview and nice cover!
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J.
Thanks so much. Jamie and I have been good friends for a couple of years or so now. Working with her is insane sometimes. She loves leaving our characters in some horrible peril then handing the story back to me. Ugh!
Thanks for stopping by!
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Lila,
Not sure how Sally feels about promoting pay sites here, but if anyone is interested in looking into femdom more, there are free sites or groups who'd be more than happy to help.
Thanks for dropping in
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