Interview with Elle A. Rose

Published 2013-09-10.
Where did you grow up, and how did this influence your writing?
I grew up in Upstate New York.
When did you first start writing?
I first started to write about four years ago. Until I sat down to write "Last Teardrop" I'd never thought about being a writer.
What's the story behind your latest book?
The story behind my latest book, which is set to be released Jan 2014, came about after I entered a short story into a Halloween anthology my writing group put together. "Frozen", the short story was a glimpse into the life of Verick Cedar's world. The novel will dig deeper into a world that is nothing like out own.
What motivated you to become an indie author?
I had a story to tell and I wanted to be able to share it with the world!
How has Smashwords contributed to your success?
Smashwords has been most helpful by allowing my to offer my stories for free.
What is the greatest joy of writing for you?
The greatest joy I receive from writing is being able to share my stories ( all the crazy thoughts running through my head) with others.
What are you working on next?
My next project will be "Last Teardrop 3" (yet to be titled.) I working on it now.
When you're not writing, how do you spend your time?
Sleep, work (my fulltime job. the one that pays the bills the bills for now) and watch tv
What is your writing process?
I sit at the computer and type until I get a mind block. When I get stuck, I do internet searches and check out new releases for books.
How do you approach cover design?
I let my husband handle the designs.
What do you read for pleasure?
YA, Romance, or anything else that catches my interest.
What is your e-reading device of choice?
Kindle
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Books by This Author

Hideaway Hill
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 45,260. Language: English. Published: November 11, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Adult
(4.00 from 1 review)
Veronica and Blake were known as “the couple of Surpatch” and everyone assumed they were going to be together forever. Nothing could keep them apart, well, that is until it was time for Veronica to go away to college.Nine years later, after leaving Blake for the bright lights of a bigger city, Veronica is back. Now, they must learn to deal with their feelings from the past and dilemmas of present.
Fantasy Tales - Four Short Stories by Elle A. Rose
Price: Free! Words: 25,710. Language: English. Published: February 3, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Science fiction » Short stories
Short Stories by Elle A. Rose consist of four short stories that will pique both the sci-fi and paranormal reader. Come along as Verick experiences an alternate tradition of Halloween, share a day with Cyrene in the life of a soul collector, travel through the rabbit hole with Cam and Matt, and hitch a ride with Frankie, Delilah, and Sweetoo as they stroll through the Isle of Toothsome.
Broken Rules(The Chronicles Of Amber Harris)
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 97,830. Language: English. Published: January 20, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Young adult or teen » Fantasy, Fiction » Fantasy » Contemporary
(5.00 from 1 review)
Lance Grayson, Amber’s one love has died. After receiving the startling news of Lance’s death, Amber’s world has shattered. However, being invited to say her final goodbye to her true love, Amber realizes Lance has one last request for her. While trying to put aside her bereavement to live with humans, Amber fights with the notion of never loving again. Welcome back to Chronicles of Amber Harris.
Last Teardrop (The Chronicles of Amber Harris)
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 84,340. Language: English. Published: November 27, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » General, Fiction » Young adult or teen » Fantasy
(5.00 from 1 review)
Living for over two hundred years as an immortal, one usually doesn’t run into others from their past human life, let alone, find out it’s their brother’s new mate. With the news that her brother and mate are thinking about separating from the family, Amber must work quickly to uncover the truth before she and her family lose him forever. Welcome to the chronicles of Amber Harris.