Hello everyone. Today, we are featuring inspirational
romantic suspense and sweet contemporary romance author Lynn Shannon here at
Suspense Sisters.
Lynn has graciously agreed to giveaway 2 eBook copies of Ranger
Protection, Book One of her Texas Ranger Heroes Series.
I will announce the 2 winners NEXT Friday, August 21st.
To enter, please leave a comment with
your email address!
You can read more about Lynn and Ranger Protection, at the
end of the interview.
Welcome, Lynn!
First of all, tell us about YOU.
Well, I spend most of my day writing,
petting my dog, or chasing after my kids. There’s nothing very exciting about
my life! I love baking, especially anything with chocolate, and I can’t keep a
plant alive. Reading is my number one hobby, and I reach for Christian romantic
suspense first every time. I also love to travel.
When did you know you wanted to be a writer?
I don’t know that there was a single moment that I
decided to become a writer. It’s been in the back of my mind since my teenage
years. I’ve been an avid reader all my life, so writing is a natural extension
of that. Becoming an author has been an amazing journey. It’s such a blessing
to write stories that bring people joy.
What authors have influenced you the most in your career?
Oh, how much time do you have? I love reading all of
the Love Inspired Suspense books. I’m a member of several author groups on
Facebook. The advice and guidance from the community has been invaluable.
Tell us about the moment you finally felt like a “real
author”?
When I held a copy of my first book, Ranger
Protection, in my hands was the moment I felt like a real author. It was an
amazing moment because my daughter was with me when I open the package. I even
have a photo of her holding the book. I’ll never forget it.
How does your faith play into your writing?
My faith is part of who I am, and it comes out in my
writing as a natural extension of the characters. The same themes tend to show
up in my books: forgiveness, love, patience, and holding on to faith in
difficult times.
What are you working on now?
I’ve got two projects in the works. One is a new book
I want to submit to Harlequin. I’m also writing the next book in my Texas
Ranger Heroes series, Ranger Faith.
What is the most important thing you’d like readers to
take away from your books?
Joy. Books, for me, have always provided an escape
from real life. In particular, Christian romantic suspense. From the time I
open the book I know that the hero and heroine are going to fall in love and
the bad guy will be caught. There’s real comfort in that, especially since real
life can be so complicated and messy. My goal with every book is for the reader
to close it with a happy sigh and say, “That was great.”
Anything else you want to share with us?
If you love search-and-rescue dogs, check out my debut
release from Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense line. Following the Evidence
is still available in eBook format from all major retailers.
About Lynn:
Lynn Shannon is a Publisher's Weekly bestselling author of
inspirational romantic suspense and sweet contemporary romance.
After an international move from Texas to Greece, Lynn
turned her passion for reading into a love of writing. She lives with her husband,
two children, an extremely spoiled dog, and a couple of chirpy lovebirds. The
experience of a different country has provided new foods--like Yemista and
Kourabiedes--to accompany pecans and Blue Bell ice cream on her favorites list.
She also never passes up coffee, chocolate, or the chance to watch cute animal
videos. You can learn more on her website at: www.lynnshannon.com
Amazon: Lynn Shannon
Twitter: LynnSWrites
About Ranger Protection:
When Dr. Tara Sims is robbed, she fights back to protect her
daughter and nearly pays with her life. She’s rescued by Texas Ranger Grady
West. Her childhood friend is now a handsome lawman, but Tara refuses to
acknowledge the chemistry sparking between them. With a little girl to raise
and a growing medical practice, she has no room in her life for romance.
Grady suspects the vicious assault wasn’t a random act. What
he can’t figure out is why anyone would attack the single mother. He vows to
protect Tara and her little girl while keeping his growing feelings for them
out of the equation. Getting romantically involved with his sister’s best
friend is more hazardous than hunting criminals.
As the threats escalate and evidence links the robbery to a
homicide, Tara and Grady realize nothing is quite as it seems. Untangling a web
of secrets makes them the target of a madman, and it’s only a matter of time
before the killer strikes again…
This novella kicks off the inspirational romantic suspense
series Texas Ranger Heroes. Each book can be read as a standalone and
guarantees a fast-paced mystery combined with sweet romance.
Book Link: www.amazon.com/dp/B07JDZJG1Z
I will announce the 2 winners NEXT Friday, August 21st.
Thanks so much!
Mary Alford
