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Thursday, February 7, 2013

HOT TICKET BLOG TOUR ~ INTERVIEW AND GIVEAWAY

Welcome to my stop on the Hot Ticket Blog Tour! I am so thrilled to be participating in the celebration of the latest release for one of my favorite series and author. Today I have an interview with author Olivia Cunning and a giveaway! 



Hot Ticket (Sinners on Tour, #4)




 
Series: Sinners on Tour #4
Genre: Erotic Romance
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Publication Date: 2/13/13


There are things in bassist Jace Seymour’s past that he is unwilling to share with anyone. To cover his guilt and anguish, he seeks dominatrix Mistress V (Aggie) to temporarily placate his inner turmoil. Aggie doesn’t have much use for men–besides the power rush she gets when they’re begging for mercy at her feet–but Jace isn’t like her usual clients. His cool defiance and unexpected dominance in the bedroom drives her to distraction and quickly steals her heart. When circumstances threaten Jace’s position in Sinners, Aggie must help him regain his rightful place in the band while showing him that time and love can heal all wounds.


 
 
 
 
 
Interview with Olivia Cunning
 
 
Hot Ticket read as a much more thoughtful, darker story than the first three Sinners books. Was it harder to write?
OC: If by harder you mean that I required a large box of tissues to get me through it, then yes. If by harder you mean that it was a challenge to write, then… um, yes. But every book is hard to write. Especially when you get farther into writing a series and have to keep everything straight. I’m like, wait, what tattoo does he have on his left forearm? How old was he when that happened? What city are they in now? Is the bathroom on the left or right side of the tour bus? That’s the stuff that’s hard for me. Details. Writing the emotions, the dialogue, the actions; that’s the “fun” part.
 
Which song best describes Jace? Aggie?
OC: Jace is easy. His theme song is Pain by Three Days Grace. Aggie is a little tougher because she has two sides to her. The tough as nails dominatrix would be best described by the song Cold Hard Bitch by Jet. The part that wants Jace happy? I’m not sure there is a song for that, but the song Erase My Scars by Evans Blue is about as close as I’ve found to portraying what she’s about.
 
Did you have a playlist while writing Hot Ticket? Care to share any of the songs?
OC: I compiled the playlist after I wrote it (with the exception of Jace’s theme song), but I’d hear certain songs and they’d remind me of the book. That happens a lot when I listen to music. This song reminds me of such-and-such a book I’ve written. Or I’ll hear a song and think that needs to be incorporated into a book somewhere. I am so influenced by music.
The entire playlist for Hot Ticket is located here: http://oliviacunning.files.wordpress.com/2013/02/hot-ticket-official-playlist.pdf
Share as many as you like!
 
Aggie's role as a dominatrix was very well-written. Did you do a lot of research? What sort?
OC: Thanks. I worried about how her character would come across. She is a bit sadistic. I actually read about a hundred blog posts written by a real-life dominatrix. It was, um, interesting. She wrote anonymously, so I’m not sure who she is, but I’d like to thank her for bringing reality to the life of a domme for hire. And she shared her story of being sexually abused as a child. Very said. I think her posts added some of the emotion to this book. I was certainly affected by them.
 
Going into the series, did you always know that Jace had such a troubled past, or did that reveal itself as you wrote the books?
OC:  I knew he had a heartbreaking upbringing and I knew most of it centered around his parents (that Kara thing took me by total surprise, by the way), but I didn’t know the details until I got to the scenes. I usually write like that. I love discovering my characters as I go along. I always have to go back later and change things earlier in the story as things come to light, because so much is revealed to me in the moment as opposed to carefully plotted. That’s the best part about writing. The surprises! I’ve tried plotting books and writing them based on a tight outline. It bores me to tears. I like to discover things as I go.
 
I know you love your rockers (as do I!), is there anyone specific you based Jace, or any of his traits on?
OC:  He’s more based on a song then a person. Physically, he was originally inspired by Johnny Christ of Avenged Sevenfold, but like all of the Sinners, the personalities aren’t based on anyone. The personalities aren’t even inspired by anyone. In my mind the characters are unique, “real” individuals. And the song that drove Jace’s creation is Pain by Three Days Grace. If you don’t like metal music, at least read the first stanza of the lyrics. That’s Jace. 100%. Granted, I do sneak a little bit of rock ‘n’ roll lore into the books here and there. Can’t help myself. I always wonder if people pick up on those little nods to the real world. Occasionally, I’ll get a list from a fan that points them out. It’s like a treasure hunt! And occasionally, someone will point out a bit of lore I’d used and I didn’t even know it was lore. Here’s an example. Apparently, Metallica used a different rhythm guitarist for one of their tours because James Hetfield (singer and guitarist) had broken his wrist in a skateboarding accident. So he sang during the tour, but didn’t play guitar. I had NO IDEA. None. It’s weird that Double Time used a similar premise to introduce Reagan into the Exodus End mix. I wonder if I heard that somewhere in passing and incorporated it subconsciously. Strange how the mind works. Sorry, I’m rambling. About a different book, even.
**"Pain" is a fantastic song. Here's a link to the lyrics.
 
Rambling about Exodus End is welcome here!**
 
 
I always look to your Music Monday posts for good music recommendations (thanks for introducing me to Adelita's Way!). What band/song can you not stop listening to now?
OC:  Is this where I complain that we don’t get any good metal stations in Galveston? The rock station we get here plays too many pop songs. I used to listen to the radio to discover new songs and now I’m stuck listening to my old favorites as I’m not getting introduced to anything new. I suppose I’ll have to resort to Pandora, but their variety is a bit too far reaching. Too many B-sides of albums I already have. Occasionally I’ll find something new on there. Framing Hanley, for example. So lately I’ve been listening to Hot Ticket’s playlist, because I’ve been trying to get the right mix of songs. Are there any great up-and-coming bands out there right now? I could use some new music to obsess over.
 **Sirius Octane is your friend. Lots of A7X, Chevelle, 3DG, Metallica, Godsmack, FFDP, etc.**
 
Describe Hot Ticket, twitter-style.
OC:  Two people meet and fill a need in each other that neither realized existed. Stuff happens. Laughter and mayhem. Love and loss. And some hot sex!
Argh! It’s 5 characters too long. Modifying it Twitter style.
2 ppl meet & fill a need in each other that neither realized existed. Stuff happens. Laughter & mayhem. Love & loss. & some hot sex! #buyit
 

Major THANKS to Olivia for stopping by! If you haven't read this series, go get it NOW.  
 
 
 
 
Sinners on Tour Series
(click the cover to read my reviews)
Backstage Pass (Sinners on Tour #1)Rock Hard (Sinners on Tour, #2)Hot Ticket (Sinners on Tour, #4)Double Time (Sinners on Tour, #3)
 

You can purchase Hot Ticket at:
Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Book Depository



Olivia CunningCombining her love for romantic fiction and rock ‘n roll, Olivia Cunning writes erotic romance centered around rock musicians. Raised on hard rock music from the cradle, she attended her first Styx concert at age six and fell instantly in love with live music. She's been known to travel over a thousand miles just to see a favorite band in concert. As a teen, she discovered her second love, romantic fiction -- first, voraciously reading steamy romance novels and then penning her own. Growing up as the daughter of a career soldier, she's lived all over the country and overseas. She recently moved to Galveston, Texas.
 

Connect with Olivia Cunning at:


GIVEAWAY

I have one copy of Hot Ticket to give away, courtesy of Sourcebooks. This giveaway is US Only, 18+ years of age.


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41 comments:

  1. I loved the series until I read DT and the wind was let out of my sails, but this one sounds better than the rest and Jace was my favorite so... As for the interview? I loved your questions!

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  2. I'm so loving Jace! He is so much more than I expected!!

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  3. I've only read the first book. Loved it! I need to get moving on the rest of them. Really enjoyed seeing the Hot Ticket playlist. It gives me an idea of what's to come.

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  4. THE COVER FOR THIS BOOK IS SO HOT! Everytime I see it I'm like "wow" *drool* Love the song choice of Cold Hard Bitch. The choice of Pain is kind of sad... hmm.. I Really need to read this series!

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  5. I love The Sinners! My favorite Sinner is Jace, but my favorite book is Backstage Pass. The interview was great!

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  6. I always seem to forget how hard it is for authors who are writing a series to remember all the details. I mean when authors start going into 10+ books plus writing other books/series it must be so difficult to keep the facts straight. Thanks for the interview/giveaway I need to get to reading this series, I own a few of the books and cannot wait to get into them!

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  7. That is an awesome interview! I keep meaning to pick these up but then something else gets in the way! Love this post!

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  8. Love this interview. I love Olivia Cunning and all of the Sinners!!

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  9. This series is HOT HOT HOT!! I have only read Backstage Pass, but I am hooked! Thanks for the giveaway!! :)
    Laura

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  10. Love the interview!! It's made me more curious about the books since I haven't read any of them yet. I would love for Hot Ticket to be my first!!

    Thanks for the givewaway!!

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  11. Great interview!! Love The Sinners! I've read the first book totally loved Brian, but I have to say Trey OMG he's my favorite so far (probably until I read the next books!!)

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  12. I have not had the chance to read these yet, but I have them on my Kindle!

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  13. I have read the 3 books out and love this series. Great questions in your interview, interesting tha Jace was developed from a song. I am so looking forward to Jaces' story, Thanks for the chance to win!

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  14. I haven't read this series yet but I am absolutely going to read it this month!! I can't wait!!

    Your interview is AWESOME!! Loved it!

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  15. Thanks for the fun post and giveaway! I'm ashamed to admit that I have the first 2 books buried in my TBR mountain range. Gotta go put on a hard hat and dig them out :)

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  16. I am reading Backstage Pass and loving every moment of it!! My GR girls told me they are all awesome and I am planning to read them in actual order not release order.

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  17. Every time you post about this series I get more excited to want to read it. I will really have to get on this series very soon. It sounds so awesome! Great interview!! I loved hearing more about the characters.

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  18. Sadly I have not read any of the Sinners on Tour books but I plan on changing that very soon! Great post and Giveaway (;

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  19. I love this series but I holding off until I can read them in the order they were written in rather than released in! Man is it difficult!

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  20. Cannot get enough of Olivia, the Sinners, Sole Regret, and I'm about to levitate from excitement over Exodus End. Squeee!!! lol :-)

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  21. PICK ME :) I love Olivia's books!!

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  22. Love Olivia's books and would love to win this one! Thanks for the chance...

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  23. I can't wait to read Jace's story! So far Brian is still my favorite Sinner but I'm willing to let Jace try for his spot ;)
    jengrm82@yahoo.com

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  24. I havent read the Series yet but only heard good things and the cover look amazing!

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  25. I have not read the series but I've heard they are pretty STEAMY!! Love the interview!! Thanks for the chance to win!!

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  26. I haven't read this series but I have read Sole Regret, I can't wait to get stuck in to this one!

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  27. I think it would definitely get harder in many ways as the series goes on. Just keeping things straight from previous books. But when they are also emotional, yeah, I think I'd have a constant headache from all the crying (but I do cry easily). I have heard lots of good about this series!

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  28. No, I haven't but the concept of this book looks awesome! I have often fantasized having a fling with a famous musician...

    mestith@gmail.com

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  29. Read Backstage Pass and I love Brian and his guitar fingers! ;) Next up to read is Rock Hard and I can't wait to read Hot Ticket there after! Love the interview, it was insightful and I like the Twitter-style question at the end! It's always such a challenge writing a short and impactful message in 140 characters!! Olivia nailed it! Thanks for the giveaway!

    tess_halim(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  30. Love this series and can't wait to read this book too! Now I just need to read the Sole Regret series while waiting for the last book in this series :)
    manning_J2004 at yahoo dot com

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  31. Love the interview. I must read an Olivia Cunning book. I keep saying it but I am going to really do it, like soon.

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  32. I loved the first one of this series. Very hot. Thanks for the great interview and giveaway. :)

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  33. I have read the Sinners series! Love all the Sinners books. Your interview with Olivia was great! Thanks for the giveaway.

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  34. I have read both the Sinners and Sole Regret series and loved them. Jace's book blew me away. Loved the interview with Olivia.

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  35. A friend of mine is reading this one and loving it. I'd love to have my own copy. Thanks!

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  36. I love this series! I've read the first two books and am about to start the third. But I can't wait for Hot Ticket because I love Jace! So excited for his book!

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