Thanks so much for having me here to talk about it. Veiled Target is my first paranormal romance and I'm so excited for readers to meet Hugh and Tess. Tess eliminates non-humans, or Veilers, as they're called in my book. She is gutsy, fearless, and unfortunately drawn to her next target - Hugh. Hugh is the total alpha male. A warrior, leader, and the man every woman wants. He's also a Veiler. When he and Tess are forced to fight side by side for their lives, they form an alliance that leads to consequences neither saw coming. The most complicated, of course, is that they fall in love. :
2. What makes your story special to you?
This is my debut paranormal release so that right there makes it really special. I also really love my characters. I was excited to write a tough, kick ass heroine and pair her with a hero who matches her in kick-assery, but also breaks down the walls she's built around her heart.
3. When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?
Oh gosh, I've always enjoyed writing. After college I worked for a film company and tried my hand at a screenplay, but I never finished it. Then I switched jobs and wrote infomercials and commercials and cable television programming. I really enjoyed that up until I had my first son. Then I did the mom thing and some freelance writing. It wasn't until a handful of years ago that I realized I wanted to write novels. And it's been such a wonderful gift.
4. What is a typical writing day like?
There is nothing typical about my writing days! LOL I have a part-time day job and a family and the cutest dog on the planet, so I write when I can. I do usually give myself a daily word count goal, especially when I've got a deadline looming.
5. Do you have an interesting writing quirk or habit?
Mountain Dew. Must have Mountain Dew.
6. What was one of the most surprising things you learned as a published author?
I'm still learning so much! But probably the biggest surprise was that being published means there's a lot more to do than just writing the next book.
7. What authors or friends influenced you in helping you become a writer?
So many writer friends have influenced me. I've been super lucky to be blessed with amazing friendships right from the start. And through my local RWA chapter I was paired with a mentor - Charlene Sands. She's been amazing!
8. What does your family think about your career as a published author?
My family thinks I'm awesome, of course. LOL Really, they've been super supportive, sweet, and understanding. Especially when we're having eggs and toast for dinner again. And I really wouldn't be here without my husband's encouragement and confidence in me. He's always believed I could do this.
9. Besides writing, what other interests do you have?
I love to read and wish I had more time for it. I also like to run and hike and spend time at the beach. Hanging out with my family is always at the top of my list, but my boys are older now so they don't want to hang out with my hubby and me as much any more. When the four of us can grab a movie, though, it's wonderful. (I love the movies.)
10. Can you tell us about what's coming up next for you writing wise?
Thanks for asking! My next book is actually releasing on August 11th. It's the first book in a new contemporary series and is titled Keeping Mr. Right Now. My hero is a pro surfer and I think he's pretty yummy. :
11. How can readers connect with you online?
I'd love to connect with your readers! ~waves~ I can be found here:
Website/Blog: http://robinbielman.com
Twitter: @RobinBielman
Facebook: http://facebook.com/RobinBielmanWriter
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EXCERPT
She woke to a click,
but didn’t move or stir or budge. The bed was sooo comfy and cozy and maybe if she stayed still, whatever had
caused the click would go away.
“Tess,” said an endearing masculine voice. “It’s time to
wake up.”
Her eyes opened wide at the sound of the deep, rugged
announcement. “Go away. I’m not talking to you.”
“I’ve got a couple things for you,” he answered, ignoring
her no-talking policy.
Darkness still filled the room and she wondered what time it
was. It felt like she’d had a solid eight hours sleep so it couldn’t be too
early. In fact, she felt more rested than she had in a long time. She stayed
motionless and quiet.
“I’m coming in.” The downlight above her head turned on.
She didn’t care. His actions didn’t mean she had to act.
Wait. He’s coming
in? She sat up, bringing the covers with her. She told herself he didn’t have
x-ray vision, but that didn’t stop the tingles popping up all over her body.
She was naked, and Hugh was coming into the room.
He wore jeans that sat low on his hips and a plain white
T-shirt that clung to his lethally sexy chest muscles. His hair was mussed,
like he’d showered and then ran his fingers through it. His face was
clean-shaven. His blue eyes deeper than the waters she’d scuba dived in
Australia. God, did he have to look so irresistible this morning?
“Good morning.”
She stayed quiet. Because she was mad about being locked in
the room or because he took her breath away, she wasn’t sure.
“This no talking thing could work to my advantage.” He
stepped closer.
To her nakedness. Did he know she wasn’t wearing anything
underneath the sheets? And oh geez, what did her hair look like? Going to sleep
with it wet surely meant she had a rat’s nest thing going on.
When he got to the edge of the bed, she watched him venture
a peek toward the bathroom. Her eyes followed his and there in plain view were
the blue dress and black lace undergarments on the floor.
She pulled the sheets tighter against her. “What time is
it?” Talking might get her mind off her birthday suit.
“She speaks.” His eyes held hers with the same mixture of
heat and desire she’d noticed last night. “It’s eleven.”
“Eleven? Holy shit. I never sleep this late.” And note to self: Don’t look into his eyes
anymore.
He smiled. “Guess you needed it.”
“More like the lack of window space kept the room dark.
You’ve got some nerve, you know that?” She ran a hand through her hair to feel
what it looked like. Not too bad.
“Do you blame me?”
Admitting she didn’t would not work in keeping him at bay,
so she lied. “Yes. I do.” She frowned for further effect.
He dropped something on the bed. “Well, maybe this will make
up for it. Clean clothes. And your phone.”
Relief and forgiveness overcame her. Wait. Her phone? “You
went through my purse?” It would’ve been a lot better if he’d plopped her bag
on the bed, but he was only acting the same way she would have.
“Again, I don’t think you’re surprised. You’ve got some
major arsenal in there. And your driver’s license picture doesn’t do you
justice.”
He looked less and less sexy by the minute. “You looked
through my wallet? Who the hell do you think—”
“I think I needed to confirm you are who you say you are.
Tess Elizabeth Damon.” A grin that would have made her fling the sheets to the
side and shout “take me” had she not been so pissed at him for snooping flanked
his handsome—no, not handsome!—face.
“I’m a P.I.E. eliminator. What makes you think that license
is real? I could be Tess one day and Betty the next.” Tess Damon was her real
name, but if anyone looked her up, they’d learn only what P.I.E. wanted them
to.
Hugh continued to grin. “You don’t look like a Betty.”
“Screw you.”
“I thought we’d been over that, but I’m willing to revisit
it if you—”
“I want you the hell out of this room and away from me.” Her
blood boiled. Hugh Langston was goddamn annoying.
Book Blurb:
Never take Fate along on a date. The kiss goodnight could be
deadly.
Tracking down Veilers—non humans—is only a sideline
for Tess Damon. Vengeance for her fiancé’s murder is her reason for living. But
with two botched jobs on her record, if she fails to eliminate her next mark,
she’s dead. She’s not afraid to die, but not before she gets even. Too bad fate
has a really bad sense of humor.
Hugh Langston, a wolfen half shifter, lives to keep
both humans and his pack safe. But when rogue humans kidnap his apprentice, his
rescue mission is compromised by a hot-as-hell, kick-ass woman who makes him
think only one thing: mine.
Tess tries to ignore her feelings, but temptation
trips her up. Especially when Hugh figures out he’s her next target and forces
her into an inconvenient alliance that tests all the laws against their
attraction. Now, with the line between good and evil getting blurrier by the
minute, it becomes clear Tess’s only hope of living to see another day—and
finding a murderer—lies with the one man she’s supposed to kill.
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Author
Bio:
USA Today Bestselling Author Robin Bielman
lives in Southern California with her high school sweetheart husband, two sons,
and crazy-cute mini Labradoodle, Harry. When not attached to her laptop, she
can almost always be found with her nose in a book. She also likes to run,
hike, and dip her toes in the ocean. Filled with wanderlust, she longs to visit
many different places and fulfill her curiosity. She wouldn’t mind indulging
her sweet tooth in every location either. She’s a lover of sticky notes, cable
television shows and coffee drinks. Writing is a dream come true, and she still
pinches herself to be sure it’s real.
She writes contemporary and paranormal romance
and loves to connect with readers. Learn more and sign up for her newsletter on
her website at http://robinbielman.com.
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