Nell Dixon is visiting us today.

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For those who don’t know me, my name is Nell Dixon and I’m a multi-award winning UK author writing contemporary romance with a dash of humour and a dollop of suspense. My latest release is a single title chick lit suspense called Radio Gaga.

Here’s the blurb!
Over the airwaves everyone can hear you scream!

Radio researcher and part-time presenter Chloe Lark is certain her big show biz break is just around the corner. Live it Up radio may not be the big time, but surely - one day soon - fame will come her way. And, if she could convince the hunky guy next door to give her a chance, her love life might improve too.

Ex-soldier Ben isn’t sure if his new ‘Z’ list celebrity neighbour is crazy or on medication. Either way he’s looking for a quiet life out of the spotlight. The last thing he needs is an accident prone media hungry blonde complete with mystery stalker. Problem is - Chloe doesn’t seem to have received that particular memo…

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In my wisdom I’ve allowed myself to be interviewed by Chloe Lark - heroine of Radio Gaga for her new show - Challenge Chloe.

CL - Well, hello Nell, it’s nice to be the one in charge at last!

ND - Thank you for inviting me here, Chloe.

 

CL - What gave you the idea to set a book in a radio station? Especially one like Live it Up! Radio?

 

ND - Well, I’ve worked with reporters at Radio WM and at the BBC and I thought their job was interesting. All the different types of shows, the adverts in commercial radio and the different kinds of listeners.

 

CL - off mike - Blimey, you must not have listened to Live it Up - mind you no one under seventy does.

 

CL - back on mike - Yes, Live it Up Radio has a wide range of music and offers great opportunities for advertisers (pulls face). Have you ever fancied working in a radio station, Nell?

 

ND - Not really. I think I’m better sticking to writing. I just like researching different jobs.

 

CL - I’ve had lots of different jobs before I came here. I’ve got the opportunity to be part of a new TV series. Have you ever been on TV?

 

ND - Part of me has. My right arm made an appearance only a few weeks ago on the kids BBC TV programme - Mr Bloom - handing a child a plant. That’s my claim to TV fame. I don’t expect I’ll get mobbed in the street for that appearance.

 

CL - Yes, fame can have a downside as I’ve discovered, thanks to my mysterious admirer. Someone keeps leaving roses and messages on my car. It’s a bit unnerving (she shivers) Have you ever had anything like that happen to you?

 

ND - I’ve encountered a troll on the net who follows me around and keeps leaving poison messages on any reviews I make or receive. You just have to feel sorry for people like that and hope they get the medical attention they obviously need.

 

CL - I know what you mean. That’s a bit creepy. How about the fun stuff? Have you ever had something nice happen if someone’s recognised you? I got free entry to a club’s VIP area and champagne.

 

ND - Nothing that good - laughing. I’ve signed books in all kinds of weird places though. The funniest was one for a lady who was convinced my characters were real.

 

CL - laughing - that must have been odd - almost as odd as being interviewed by a fictional character. Well, thanks for being interviewed Nell, and good luck with Radio Gaga. - where can we get the book?

 

ND - It’s available from http://www.amazon.com/Radio-Gaga-ebook/dp/B00BK7TY7C/ref=pd_rhf_gw_p_t_1_GS4P

And http://www.amazon.co.uk/Radio-Gaga-ebook/dp/B00BK7TY7C/ref=pd_rhf_gw_p_t_2_6E46

 

And you can find me and chat to me at all these places too Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/nelldixonauthor 

Twitter - @NellDixon

Blog - http://nelldixonrw.blogspot.co.uk/
Website - http://www.nelldixon.com

Charater Interview # 4 Meg Mims

What do you get when you pair up a wealthy, well-bred heiress – sheltered and educated with an impulsive streak – and a gambling, mercenary Texan cowboy?

Double Crossing is a twist on “True Grit” but it takes place on the 1869 Iron Horse – months after the Union and Central Pacific railroad lines joined at Promontory Point. Nineteen-year-old Lily Granville is stunned with her father is murdered and vows to track the killer across the country to California - who also stole a valuable gold mine deed.

Once Lily arrives in Omaha, she discovers that someone is now tracking her. Could it be the killer? And why? Lily decides to enlist “Ace” Diamond, who agrees to protect her – for a price.

Q for Lily – how did you feel when you first met Ace?
A – Since he literally crashed his way into my life, I did feel a twinge of compassion… he was injured, and I felt my Christian duty was to help… until I caught sight of his Confederate belt buckle with the Texas Lone Star. I *know* my father would never have approved of an ex-Rebel soldier – and that deepened my guilt. However, after someone searched my hotel room and my personal belongings, I had no choice but to hire Ace Diamond for protection. He was the most unlikely “angel” as an answer from God after I’d prayed for help! I suppose beggars can’t be choosers, though.

Q for Ace – what was your first impression of Lily?
A – First time I set eyes on that pretty filly, all golden-haired and sweet, with the most kissable mouth, I was bushwhacked. Couldn’t remember my own name.

Q for Lily – were you surprised that Ace bargained with you over his fee?
A – To be truthful, I was. I offered him a fair wage, but then he demanded an exorbitant amount in addition to the expense of a Pullman ticket! But it made sense that he had to be near on the train. Still, he insisted on a bonus once we reached California. And I was furious when I discovered that Ace had bragged to the other gentlemen in the smoking car about that bonus I promised my uncle would pay - him when we arrived in California! And that was before we were halfway across country. Really, Mr. Diamond was quite presumptuous. And forward, given his roving—well, let’s just say he’s no gentleman. I shouldn’t have been surprised at that!

Q for Ace – why did you accept Lily’s offer?
A – Easy as ropin' a baby steer, riding shotgun on a train. But that stubborn little gal sure fooled me. I earned my fee. And then some.

Q for Lily – before the railroad trip, what was your dream for a happy future?
A – I wanted… well, I wasn’t really certain what I wanted and whether I'd be happy becoming a missionary to China. I know my father wanted me to marry and provide him with grandchildren. He believed I deserved a decent man, a good provider and one who supported my ideas. I did want to experience adventure and independence, since I'd lived a sheltered life in Evanston, just north of Chicago, but I also wanted to come home again where I felt safe. I so enjoyed long talks with Father, sketching my pet lizard in the lovely garden and watching the leaves change in fall and the snow fall in winter. Father’s death changed everything, however. I was devastated. And I *had* to see that justice was done.

Q for Ace – what about you, same question?
A – A good woman in a nice, cozy bed. I’ve got my eye on a certain woman now.

Hmm -- seems Ace is a man of few words. Lily will soon find herself in hotter water in the sequel, Double or Nothing -- I hope readers are looking forward to more adventures!

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Where we can find your book?
Astraea Press – http://www.astraeapress.com/#ecwid:category=662245&mode=product&product=5907170
Amazon – http://www.amazon.com/Double-Crossing-ebook/dp/B005GWEMCO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1314051844&sr=8-2
B&N - http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/double-crossing-meg-mims/1104769443?ean=2940013174597&itm=14&usri=double%2bcrossing

Find Meg at;  http://www.megmims.com
and
http://www.double-crossing.com