Today I am excited to welcome author Toni Aleo to The Cover Contessa. Toni has graciously agreed to be interviewed here and on Never Too Old for YA Books over on Goodreads!
Let's learn a bit about Toni and her books, shall we?
My name is Toni Aleo!I am a wife, mother, and hopeless romantic.
I have been told I have anger issues, but I think it's cause of my intense love for hockey!
I am the biggest Shea Weber fan ever, and can be found during hockey season with my nose pressed against the Bridgestone Arena's glass, watching my Nashville Predators play!
When my nose isn't pressed against the glass, I enjoy going to my husband and son's hockey games, my daughters dance competition, hanging with my best friends, taking pictures, and reading the latest romance novel.
I love things that sparkle, I love the color pink, and did I mention I love hockey?
I am currently working on Empty Net, and I hope to have it out by November!
I hope to hear from you on here, my Facebook, or my twitter! Thank you so much!
please visit Toni on her Facebook at: Facebook.com/tonialeo1
Follow her on twitter: tonilovesweber6
www.tonialeo.com
Have you had a chance to read Toni's totally awesome series (click the books to see the blurbs on Goodreads)??
So, let's hear what Toni had to say to all our questions, shall we?
When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?
I think when my daughter was a newborn. I was standing in the middle of my living room with my son running around me when my first set of characters popped into my head. It was crazy! I didnt finish that book but it was the start to everything.
How long does it take you to write a book?
Right around 6 months.
What do you think makes a great story?
A to die for love story. It makes my heart happy.
What is your work schedule like when you're writing?
I am a overnight nurse for a private company. So I got to work from 12a to 8a. It doesnt change when I'm writing.
How do you balance family and writing?
I have no clue. Its crazy how everything works out.
Where do you get your information or ideas for your books?
I get my ideas from everything around me. My book is my life and a lot of imagination.
What was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books?
That not everyone will love your characters. I love my peeps but not everyone else does! lol.
How many books have you written? Which is your favourite?
I just finished Empty Net and I think its my favorite. I hate to say that too because Taking Shots is my baby, but there is something about Tate and Audrey that just grips my heart.
Are your characters based on anyone you know?
Yes, everyone I know....lol
Do you have a favourite place you love to write?
My couch, but when I get my new office, that will probably be my place!
How hard is is to get published?
Very hard, thats why I did it myself.
What do your family and friends think about your books?
They are very proud of me. My husband tells everyone that his wife is a hockey romance author. My kids say my books are the best. <3
What do you like to do when you are not writing?
Nothing..lol. I like to sleep and read. I am always on the go when I have down time, I go down.
Do you have any suggestions to help aspiring writers better themselves and their craft? If so, what are they?
Just do it. Dont hold back, dont think about it, just do it. Its the most amazing feeling when you are done and you have this art infront of you. Its a blessing and I wouldnt have been able to do this if my husband hadnt said Just do it.
As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up?
I wanted to be a Broadway singer.
What are your favourite books and which authors inspire you?
Kristin Higgins is my favorite author now but from back in the day, it would be Jane Austin.
For an aspiring writer what do you feel are certain do's and don’ts for getting their material published?
Dont over think it, and just believe in yourself.
What are you working on now?
I am currently trying to figure out if I am going to write Blue Lines which is the next book in the assassins series or if I want to do a Harper Allen Novella.
Thanks so much for stopping by, Toni! It was so great to have you here at The Cover Contessa! Don't forget to add Toni's books to your Goodreads list and watch for her next addition to The Assassins series, Blue Lines, in 2013!
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