Hi Jeigh! Thank you for joining us!


Ok, first off, you have a great name. I'm sure you have a story about it.

Well, Lynn is my middle name and J is my first initial. I actually started using it when I got my first email addy. I absolutely hate my real first name, everyone and their dog has it…not to mention it's better suited for a Persian cat. So, after trying to get an email with my real name, and not being able to without a ton of numbers after it, I made up the name Jeigh Lynn.

How long have you been writing and what motivated you to become a writer?

Actually, I haven't been writing very long, only about seven years. And believe it or not I didn't read my first book, not counting children's books, until about eight years ago. I never read books in school; I kept Cliff's Notes in business (grin). My first books to read were the North and South trilogy by John Jakes. After that, I went on to reading romance. Then writing followed. To be honest, I read a book by a best selling author, who shall remain nameless, and was shocked that this author was a best selling author. She was so bad, in my opinion, that I went and got several more of her books just to see if maybe I got a dud. I didn't. I joked that I could write better than her, and a couple of my internet friends agreed that yeah most anyone could and asked why didn't I give it a shot? I did and here I am(grin).

Do you have a set schedule for writing?

Yes and no. Not a set time schedule, but I try to write at least a complete scene a day. Sometimes I get a whole chapter done a day. I average about two scenes a chapter, so that isn't too bad. I'm hoping to get more done when my youngest goes to school this year.

What made you decide on writing erotic romance?

It's what I like to read. I also, have a very good relationship with my husband, and it just seems natural to draw on that experience.

You do an excellent job of making sure the love story doesn't get overshadowed by the sex. Is it hard to find the right balance?

Thank you! And to answer your question, no it's not hard. It just seems to come naturally. I guess it can be contributed to the fact that that is what I like to read. I like plot with my sex LOL. Don't get me wrong, I like to read the sex too, but I like a good plot as well. I have read a few books where I've actually started skipping the sex scenes, because there was just too many. I know, I know, hard to imagine, but it's true, there is such a thing as too much, just as there is such a thing as not enough.

I have to admit, I have a thing for werewolves, so of course, I loved Latin Moon! What inspired your Moon Series?

My husband actually. He's half Mexican like the hero Alex. There just aren't enough Latino heroes out there. Latin Moon started out as a contemporary with racism as the main plot. However, the whole racism thing just wasn't working for me. It was boring! So, I made Alex a werewolf, and voila! It worked!

Do you prefer writing series rather than stand alone books?

Absolutely! I love series. I have a hard time letting go of characters. I also like to read series.

The trend in erotic romance seems to lean toward paranormal and fantasy. Why do you think those sub-genres are so popular?

Oooh good question. I think it has to do with the fact that we've taken mythical creatures and beings that have traditionally been "scary and evil," and made them into heroes and heroines. We've taken that "danger" and mystery surrounding vampires, shape shifters, and witches and made them into love stories. They are also so imaginative and unpredictable. You never know what kind of things you will run in to in a fantasy story. You can really let your imagination run away with you.

Are you planning any stories in other sub-genres of erotic romance?

I've tinkered with the idea of a time travel and I have a series that I'm going to rewrite that is fantasy. But for the most part I like to do paranormal and the majority of my stories will be always be paranormal.

Can you give us a sneak peek at your upcoming releases?

Sure! How about a short excerpt from A Lover's Moon, the second in the moon series.

Unedited excerpt from
A Lover's Moon
© by Jeigh Lynn
July 2005

He smiled at her gently, tugging on her hand and pulling her into his lap. His fingers raked through her long, red hair, then pulled her lips down to his.

The first touch of his lips was tentative on hers; he wanted to give her time to protest. When she made no move to stop him, he deepened the light caress into a passionate embrace. His tongue caressed her bottom lip, seeking entrance. When she sighed and sank into his arms, parting her lips, he groaned.

As their tongues dueled, Adrian's hands found the zipper on the back of her dress. Easing the thin straps down her shoulders, he pulled on the dress and lowered her to the couch without losing contact with her mouth. Her arms wrapped around his neck and pulled him closer--then she pulled back slightly with a gasp. Adrian looked down to see what had caught her attention. He didn't remember removing her dress and bra, but he must have; Katherine would not have done it herself.

She was so lovely: her beautiful breasts were as smooth as satin and much lighter than her arms and stomach, showing that she actually had a bit of a tan. That surprised him; she was so fair. He captured one pale globe in his darker hand and marveled at the contrast. Unable to help himself Adrian dipped his head and caught a nipple between his teeth. She gasped but made no move to push him away, so he began to suckle gently.

As he switched his attention to the other breast, Kat groaned. The soft groan was all the encouragement Adrian needed. He raised himself and started to pull her dress the rest of the way down her body. A hand on his arm stopped him; he glanced up into hesitant, regretful, hazel eyes.

No, no, no; don't stop me now! He was on fire. He wanted her more than he remembered wanting anything in his life. The pain of his erection straining against his black slacks intensified at the thought of having her, but he knew he would stop if she wanted. He had too much respect for her to do otherwise. "What is it, Katherine?"

She blushed prettily and averted her eyes. "We can't do this, Adrian."

"Why not?" He asked, trying to keep the need and anticipation out of his voice.

"Because I want to wait till I'm married. It's stupid, really, and…a long story, Adrian, but I need to wait. For myself, I need to wait."

"Okay." Adrian nodded hesitantly, but the scent of her obvious arousal was making him crazy. He was desperate to touch her some more, at least for a little while. "We can do other things without doing that." As soon as the words left his mouth, Adrian could have slapped himself. God, what is wrong with you? That was pathetic: he sounded like a teenage boy trying to talk his first girl into bed instead of a thirty-three year old man who had no problems getting laid.

Dropping his head to her chest, he kissed both breasts, then raised up and began to pull the dress back over her. He heard a soft, hesitant, "Okay."

Adrian blinked several times, trying to decide if she'd actually said it or if it was just his wishful thinking. The shy flicker of her eyelashes before she met his gaze assured him it was real. He knew he should get up, help her dress and apologize, but he couldn't. His body screamed at him to take her, make her his. It was instinctual and overpowering. She smiled up at him, clearly nervous, and he promised himself he'd stop before things got out of hand. He had amazing control, after all.

Laving kisses along the way, he slid the dress back down her body. When he came to the waistband of her white satin panties, he worked his fingers under it, only to be brought up short by Katherine's hand. He wouldn't be thwarted; he needed her. Her essence called to him, begging him to take what was his. He slid father down on the couch until he was mouth level with his goal, then pulled the crotch of her panties aside.

Thanks so much for letting us get to know you a little better! To learn more about Jeigh, visit her website at http://www.jeighlynn.com.


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