Romance Author Jennifer Wilck Writes Happy Ever Afters
Romance author Jennifer Wilck is here to share a little bit about her life as a writer and to tell us about her newest release.
Welcome, Jennifer…
Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?
Sure, although I have to say I much prefer talking about things other than myself (I think that’s why, as an author, I have such a tough time with marketing). Anyway, I’m married with two college-aged daughters and one rescue dog. I’ve been writing forever, but my first book was published in 2011, I think. I live in New Jersey, where I’ve lived my entire life, except for the four years I spent in St. Louis at college. My husband and I started dating on a bet. And I love writing books where there is always a happily ever after.
What are some of your favorite things? Foods. Flowers. Books. Whatever.
I love flowers and am always trying to grow something, with various degrees of success. Outside, it depends on how persistent the deer and chipmunks are. Some years I win, other years they do. And I love walking/hiking through nature. My family has adjusted to the fact that when we walk on the trails—our county has a beautiful trail system through woods and fields, etc.—I will always lag behind with my camera, taking pictures of something. Occasionally, I’m even able to get a photo of them.
What interesting jobs have you had? How have those jobs affected your writing?
When I first graduated from college, I worked for a public relations firm in New York City. My first client was the Jewish Funeral Directors of America (one of their members actually threatened to kill me, but that’s another story, and I got a huge bouquet of flowers as a thank you). Most of my other clients were technology companies. I learned very quickly how to write about topics I knew nothing about, how to turn that information into something others would care about, and also how to make it simple enough to understand. My husband used to tease me and say I knew more about how a computer actually worked than how to use one, which was true at the time. I think that knowledge has come in handy as a writer, whether it’s creating jobs for my characters or writing descriptions so readers can “see” them.
Where is your favorite place to write?
I usually sit at my dining room table, where I can look through the French doors out to my backyard. Since I have a laptop, I always move around, though, and when I need another view, I move to the couch in my family room or my deck when the weather is nice. Although I have a desk, I rarely use it for writing purposes.
How did you choose the genre you write in?
I’ve always enjoyed writing romance. I love taking two people who don’t think they belong together and finding a way to make them happy. With the world as crazy as it is, writing romance has become a way for me to escape. There are so many things I can’t control or change, but I can always guarantee a happily ever after for my hero and heroine. Plus, I enjoy writing snappy dialogue that I’m never quick enough to say in real life.
Whispers in Washington by Jennifer Wilck
Naomi’s life has been destroyed…
When Naomi Adelman’s crooked politician husband was arrested, her life, and that of her daughters, was destroyed. Divorced and rebuilding her life, Naomi is wiser, stronger, and determined not to let anyone hurt her or her family again. Her new life doesn’t include falling for her charming and good-looking neighbor.
Max bet everything and lost…
Max Bruder bet his entire career on the Adelman story and lost everything. So, he figures that karma has smiled down on him when Naomi moves in next door. This is his chance to revitalize his career. Except the closer he gets to her, the deeper he falls for her. And soon, the line between interview subject and lover blurs.
If they fall for each other, they may jeopardize their chance at a future.
When Max’s true motive is revealed, will Naomi be able to forgive him? And will Max be able to stop the whispers to protect her before it’s too late?
Excerpt
“Problem?” Max asked. They’d stopped in front of their building.
She turned so fast, her hair caught on the stubble at his jaw. “No.” She brushed the hair away from his cheek, the slight textured stubble rubbing against her palm and sending heat straight to her belly. His lips parted, and he leaned forward.
Would he kiss her? Did she want him to? She shouldn’t, she barely knew him, but her skin tingled, her breasts tightened, and her breath came in short gasps.
He didn’t kiss her. Instead, he reached his free hand out and stroked the side of her head, smoothing her hair in place. “Yes,” he whispered.
She frowned, and tried to hide her disappointment. “Yes, what?”
“Your hair is as silky as I wondered.” He let his hand glide down her neck to her shoulder, and the contact brought out goose bumps. “Are you cold?” he asked.
She didn’t know how to answer. Was it okay for her to say, “no, I’m attracted to you?” Or should she say “yes”?
As if he understood her dilemma, he let go of her hand, slid his arm behind her shoulders, and drew her into the warmth of his body.
The man was a furnace, and she wanted to groan in pleasure. They stood toe to toe, his hand running up and down her spine, her breasts pressed against his hard chest. Would he kiss her? Should she kiss him? Her brain short circuited and desire flooded through her. All she could do was focus on the warmth flooding her, the soothing sound of his humming something she couldn’t quite catch, and the zings of desire running throughout her body.
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Learn more about Romance Author Jennifer Wilck
Jennifer started telling herself stories as a little girl when she couldn’t fall asleep at night. Pretty soon, her head was filled with these stories and the characters that populated them. Even as an adult, she thinks about the characters and stories at night before she falls asleep or walking the dog. Eventually, she started writing them down. Her favorite stories to write are those with smart, sassy, independent heroines; handsome, strong and slightly vulnerable heroes; and her stories always end with happily ever after.
In the real world, she’s the mother of two amazing daughters and wife of one of the smartest men she knows. She believes humor is the only way to get through the day and does not believe in sharing her chocolate.
Jennifer started telling herself stories as a little girl when she couldn’t fall asleep at night. Pretty soon, her head was filled with these stories and the characters that populated them. Even as an adult, she thinks about the characters and stories at night before she falls asleep or walking the dog. Eventually, she started writing them down. Her favorite stories to write are those with smart, sassy, independent heroines; handsome, strong and slightly vulnerable heroes; and her stories always end with happily ever after.
In the real world, she’s the mother of two amazing daughters and wife of one of the smartest men she knows. She believes humor is the only way to get through the day and does not believe in sharing her chocolate.
She writes contemporary romance, many of which feature Jewish characters in non-religious settings (#ownvoices). She’s published with The Wild Rose Press and all her books are available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
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A little late but it was an interesting interview. Thank you for introducing me to Jennifer. Enjoyed the interview.
Enjoyed learning more about you, Jennifer! One day you must share why a member threatened to kill you. Now that’s a plot for a story! Wishing you all the best with Whispers in Washington!
Thanks for sharing a bit of yourself with us. Eagerly awaiting the arrival of Whispers in Washington in my kindle.
Thanks, Anna!
Jennifer, Best of luck with your upcoming release. I loved it!
Well that put a huge smile on my face! Thank you!
Great getting to know you better, Jennifer. Best of luck with your writing career. D. V. ?
Thanks, Donna!
Thanks so much for hosting me today!