Interview with Kate Pearce and Giveaway - September 9, 2011

Please welcome Kate Pearce to The Qwillery.

TQ:  What would you say is your most interesting writing quirk?

Kate:  Just one? Probably that I don't write almost anything down about plot, character or setting (apart from research notes) until I get to almost the end of the book when I draw a page of notes to make sure I can get to the end without forgetting anything.

TQ:  Are you a plotter or a pantser?

Kate:  I'm definitely more on the panster side (see above) although I've been forced to become more of a plotter because I sell most books on proposal so I just have to write a good synopsis and a couple of chapters. I'd still rather just write the book.

TQ:  What inspired you to write the The Tudor Vampire Chronicles?

Kate:  This was a weird one because, knowing my historical background, my agent and an editor asked me if I could, so of course I said yes!

TQ:  What sort of research did you do to create the world in The Tudor Vampire Chronicles?

Kate:  There was a lot of research to do before I could even start writing, I have a Master degree in history, including a minor in Tudor politics and Welsh archaeology, so I had to revive those ancient skills, which was actually a lot of fun. I love research so it wasn't too much of a problem, although some days I'd spend a couple of hours looking up something like pre-Reformation church layouts and then only use a couple of descriptive sentences in the whole book.

TQ:  What is the oddest bit of information you uncovered while researching that you did not use in one of The Tudor Vampire Chronicles?

Kate:  I think my favorite bit was about the executioner called from France to cut off Anne Boleyn's head. I originally wanted to include it because he used a sword rather than an ax, which kind of fitted my decapitating a Vampire theme. But what was interesting, was that Henry had obviously already decided that Anne was going to die before her trial even began because he had to arrange for that swordsman to come over from France, (not a quick thing to do in those days), in time to be there. So much for justice.

TQ:  Describe Mark of the Rose (The Tudor Vampire Chronicles 3) in 140 characters or less.

Kate:  Oh blimey. (that doesn't count)
A pregnant, dying queen carries King Henry VIII's precious heir. Can the Tudor's loyal Vampire slayers save her life, secure the dynasty, avoid death themselves and still fall in love?

TQ:  Without giving anything away, what is/are your favorite scene(s) in Mark of the Rose?

Kate:  I love the scene when Verity Llewellyn and Rhys Williams finally get together sexually. It has this nice surreal, dreamlike feel to it. I also like the big reveal at the end, which only came to me half way through writing the book and made it immeasurably better!

TQ:  In Mark of the Rose, who was the most difficult character to write and why? The easiest and why?

Kate:  I used to think villains were always the easiest to write but this one was a bit tricky as I didn't want to give too much away. The easiest character was probably the hero, Rhys Williams because he is just such a straightforward, honorable man.

TQ:  Do you have a favorite character from The Tudor Vampire Chronicles?

Kate:  I think my favorite character of the whole series is the Vampire Elias Warner, he fascinates me.

TQ:  How many books are planned for The Tudor Vampire Chronicles?

Kate:  I planned six, one for each queen and I'm currently plotting #4. It won't be written for a while as I have a few other commitments to fulfill into next year.

TQ:  What's next?

Kate:  Next up is #7 of my 'Simply' series for Kensington Aphrodisia, Simply Carnal. This series is set in Regency England but not your usual Regency as they are erotic romances and very hot.

TQ:  Thank you for joining us at The Qwillery

Kate:  Thank you so much for having me! Great questions!


About The Tudor Vampire Chronicles

Mark of the Rose

The Tudor Vampire Chronicles 3
(Signet, September 6, 2011)

Hearing that Henry VIII's new queen is in danger, Rhys Williams engages the help of Verity Llewellyn, a lady-in-waiting eager to prove her abilities as a vampire hunter. Rhys suspects the weakening queen has fallen victim to a vampire. And the fact that she is pregnant makes the situation all the more dangerous...

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Blood of the Rose

The Tudor Vampire Chronicles 2
(Signet, February 1, 2011)

When vampire slayer Rosalind Llewellyn had to join forces with her enemy Christopher Ellis to defeat a rogue vampire threatening Henry VIII, their alliance led to a surprising passion. Reunited after a year's separation, they now face a new threat that could destroy their last chance at happiness.

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Kiss of the Rose

The Tudor Vampire Chronicles 1
(Signet, August 3, 2010)

First in a sexy new series that takes a bite out of the court of King Henry VIII

Desperate to defeat King Richard III and gain the crown, Henry Tudor made a pact with the Druids binding him and his heirs to the Druids' struggle against vampires. Ever since, the Llewellyns, a vampire- slaying family, have been in the king's employ. Now Henry VIII reigns, and his father's bargain has been almost forgotten-until bloodless corpses turn up in the king's bedchamber. To save the king, Vampire hunter Rosalind Llewellyn must form an uneasy alliance with Druid slayer Sir Christopher Ellis. But soon, Rosalind must face an unthinkable truth: that her sworn enemy may be her soulmate...

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About Kate

I’ve been a member of RWA for the last ten years and also a member of the Beaumonde for most of them. I’m originally from the UK, but have lived in Northern California for the past thirteen years with my husband and four kids. Having been published in all formats, (small press, UK press, digital, trade and mass market), I consider I have a good grasp on the publishing world and that experience will help in my role as PAN liaison. I currently write erotic Regency romances for Kensington Aphrodisia, (with the occasional steamy novella for Brava) and Tudor Vampire paranormal historicals for Signet Eclipse. I’m also venturing into self-publishing


Kate's Links

Website: http://www.katepearce.com
Twitter: kate4queen
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kate-Pearces-Fan-Page/220636502580


The Giveaway

THE RULES

What:  One commenter will win The Tudor Vampire Chronicles - Kiss of the Rose, Blood of the Rose, Mark of the Rose - from Kate!

How:  Leave a comment answering the following question:

What is your favorite rose? or What is your favorite flower?

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Who and When:  The contest is open to all humans on the planet earth with a mailing address. Contest ends at 11:59pm US Eastern Time on Friday, September 16, 2011. Void where prohibited by law.

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