Friday, February 19, 2016

~ Another Eggcellent #EggcerptExchange from THE PREMIER ~ by Janie Franz ~






Today I am eggcited to welcome Janie Franz with another eggceptional #EggcerptExchange! But before we get into that, let's find out a little more about THE PREMIER...




Blurb ~

South Dakota novelist Jackie Sue Davyss-Brennan is alone in Hollywood for the premier of the movie made from her book, Mayan Heart. In her contract for the book rights, she specified that the role of her main character be played by David Salizon, a handsome, well-known actor. When Jackie and David, both married to other people, are thrown together at media events for the promotion of the film, they soon find they are attracted to each other, and temptation, ever present in Hollywood, becomes something neither can’t deny.


Excerpt ~

The door opened. A tanned dark-haired man, slight of build entered.

Susan recalled the lines from her book. “…the stranger’s black hair that was beginning to grey at his temples caught her eye. It was an odd quality in someone his age with his obvious Spanish lineage and apparent refinement. She scanned his features, taking in his sensitive mouth and a nose hinting at an Aztec-like hawkishness…. His dark eyes concentrated intently for a few seconds on her and then retreated into his thoughts as if he could only focus on the world around him in brief glimpses…”

My God! Susan thought, if he looks at me like that, I’ll…I’ll…She took a deep breath. I’ll smile and shake his hand, she bolstered herself.

He was more than a handsome man and successful film star, more than a romantic leading man. He emanated an aura of confidence and aloofness, both irresistible qualities. Though he wore a casual, tan bush shirt and snug, European fit slacks, he still looked elegant, crisp and neat as if he could repair his car and not smell of gasoline.


Author Bio ~



Janie Franz comes from a long line of Southern liars and storytellers. She told other people’s stories as a freelance journalist for many years. With Texas wedding DJ, Bill Cox, she co-wrote The Ultimate Wedding Ceremony Book and The Ultimate Wedding Reception Book, and then self-published a writing manual, Freelance Writing: It’s a Business, Stupid! She also published an online music publication, was an agent/publicist for a groove/funk band, a radio announcer, and a yoga/relaxation instructor.


Currently, she is writing her twelfth novel and a self-help book, Starting Over: Becoming a Woman of Power.



You can find Janie at:


https://authorjaniefranz.wordpress.com

https://janiefranz.wordpress.com

https://thebowdancersaga.wordpress.com



You can buy THE PREMIER at:

(on sale for 99 cents through Feb 29 at these book sellers)

https://museituppublishing.com/bookstore/index.php/museitup/romance/contemporary-romance/the-premier-detail



http://www.amazon.com/Premier-Janie-Franz-ebook/dp/B006T5JR2M/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1455848493&sr=8-10&keywords=Janie+Franz



You may find it also at Barnes & Nobel for the regular price:

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-premier-janie-franz/1108487209?ean=2940032998464



Interview ~

Favorite type of pet:
 


 I can’t have a pet where I live. However, if I could in this wee casita, I’d have a cat. There’s always room for a cat. (I do a lot of petsitting/housesitting for friends so I get to enjoy their animals, including some broody chickens.

Most important goal:
 


I’m exploring more about more public speaking, workshops, Sci-Fi/Fantasy Writers Conventions, etc. I think that’s the next step in this career.

Worst fear or nightmare: 


Buckling myself in a seat on a plane, ready to leave the country, and realizing I’d forgotten my glasses or my meds or something vital that I couldn’t get in another country. (I tend to walk out of the house with my computer glasses on and start driving down the road and wondering why the distant places are so fuzzy.

Secret desire or fantasy: 

It’s not so secret. I want to travel to all of the places I’ve only read about: Hawaii, Fiji, the UK, Australia, Greece, Egypt, India, and South America.

What would you do if you won the lottery?

I would buy a bigger casita, a house actually, so my family and friends could come visit me and it would feel like a vacation. I’d pay bills. But not much else would change, though I might travel more.


Thank you for joining us, Janie! It's been great having you!











13 comments:

MJ Schiller said...

So glad to have you for an EggcerptExchange today!

Pamela S Thibodeaux said...

wow love the cover!
sounds like a great book
good luck and God's blessings.
PamT

Diane Burton said...

What a premise! Best wishes.

Susan Coryell said...

Love your handsome dark man of "slight build" a departure from the usual hefty hunk? Sounds yummy! Good luck and I hope you some day acquire the castle (and cat) of your dreams.

SusanJPOwens said...

I've had dreams, (nightmares), where I forgot my passport!

Great excerpt and best of luck.

Alicia Dean said...

Loved the interview. So...your heroine is an author? Very cool. I love that she recalled lines from her book. Best of luck!

MJ Schiller said...

I agree, Pam! It kinda grabs you! Thanks for visiting!

MJ Schiller said...

Yes. We can all imagine ourselves there. A handsome leading man has been cast to play our fictional character... Sign me up! I appreciate you stopping in, Diane! Have a super weekend!

MJ Schiller said...

Wow! You're a thorough reader, Susan! Thank you for joining today and for commenting!

MJ Schiller said...

I hear you! I hate carrying my passport because I'm always afraid of losing it! Thanks for being part of the discussion today, Susan!

MJ Schiller said...

Sometimes it seems as much as we edit them we should be able to recite the whole thing! I'm so glad that you joined us today, Alicia! Happy weekend! (That much closer to #1lineWed!)

Leah St. James said...

Wow, Janie - What an interesting background! (I love the name of your book about freelancing--"It's a Business, Stupid." So true! Love the concept of your new book--great cover! Wishing you much success.

MJ Schiller said...

Yes, she sounds like a girl after my own heart--very involved with music! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by, Leah! Enjoy the rest of your weekend. Once again it seems to be escaping quickly so hold on to it with both hands! ;)