We have PA DePaul and Julie Ann Walker with us today talking about naming a character. Help me in welcoming PA and Julie Ann to Cocktails and Books.
What’s in a Name?
Hi everyone! Julie Ann Walker here, delighted to be on Cocktails & Books with PA DePaul to celebrate the release of her newest title, Shadow of Doubt. For those folks who’ve read my books, Black Knights Inc., you may recognize the name DePaul. I have a character who shares the moniker. Coincidence? Not in the least!
You see PA has been a supporter of the BKI series for years – thanks, PA! And she was the winner of a promotion I ran to “have a character named after you.” I’ve had so much fun with the “Penni DePaul” character. She really kicks butt and takes names. Natch. So without further ado, I’ll turn this blog over to PA by asking her if she’d mind answering a couple of questions.
One, how do you feel about having a BKI character named after you, PA? Is it cool? Weird? Something in between?
*waving like an idiot* Hi Julie Ann! Hi Everyone!! How do I feel about a character named after me?? Freaking awesome! ESPECIALLY when the author is Julie Ann Walker? HELL YEAH! Everyone, Julie Ann is absolutely correct, I’ve been a fan of the BKI series since the second it hit the shelves. To be a character in the series…and a KICK-ASS Secret Service Agent rules! I will admit to giggling like a twelve-year old every time “Penni DePaul” does something even remotely sexual. And I’m cheering “me?” on when I decide it’s time to kick some butt.
Two, do you find yourself scolding or rooting for the character “Penni DePaul” as if she were really you?
I do. In my head I’m saying things like “damn straight” (kick butt scenes) or “woot woot” (when it’s naughty) but I’m able to separate enough to enjoy learning who BKI’s version of “Penni DePaul” is.
And three, since we’re talking about characters, which is your favorite character in your newest release, Shadow of Doubt? (I know. I know. It’s like asking a mother to choose her favorite child. But I’m evil that way! *laughs maniacally*)
OH! How cruel, Julie Ann!!! Hrmmmm. To say or not to say?? *taps chin* What? You all want me to spill? Okay. Okay. *silently asks for forgiveness from the rest of the time* Talon’s my favorite Delta Squad operative. *blows out a breath* Sorry Romeo, Magician, Wraith, Cappy, Grady, and Ted. There’s just something about Talon I’m drawn to. Let’s face it the man’s a complete jerk but I so want him to find a bit of happiness in his life.
Shadow of Doubt (SBG #2) by P.A. DePaul
Series: SBG
Book: Shadow of Doubt, SBG #2
Published: April 21, 2015
Publisher: Penguin Intermix
Format: ebook
Genre: Romantic Suspense
When her secretly filmed tryst shows up on the internet, Michelle Alger goes on the run. She has no choice. Not only was her one-night stand the son of a US senator, but he’s been murdered—and she’s the number one suspect. With both the senator and an avenging drug lord on her trail, her life is in danger. There’s only man she can trust. He saved her once, but will he still be her hero six years later?
Captain Jeremy Malone and the rest of Delta Squad have the senator’s order: find the mystery woman who killed my son. But to Jeremy, she’s no mystery. Six years ago his team of Green Berets rescued her from the torturous clutches of a Colombian cartel, and he’s never forgotten her. His personal and covert mission: find Michelle before anyone else. When he and Michelle do meet again, the sparks are explosive and consuming. They’re also dangerous as hell.
Because with each new bit of evidence, Jeremy suspects that Michelle’s innocence may be a ruse—a beautiful trap set by a woman who has even more secrets yet to bare.
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PA DePaul
P.A. DePaul is a multi-genre romance author including paranormal fantasy and romantic suspense. She originally hails from Carroll County and Baltimore County, Maryland, but also lived in Macon and Warner Robins, Georgia. She currently resides in a beautiful community just outside Philadelphia. Exchange of Fire is the first novel in the SBG series with the second novel, Shadow of Doubt, releasing April 2015
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Way of the Warrior Anthology w/ Julie Ann Walker
Book: Way of the Warrior Anthology
Published: May 5th, 2015
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Format: ebook, print
Genre: Romantic Suspense
EIGHT PASSIONATE LOVE STORIES ABOUT AMAZING MILITARY HEROES BY BESTSELLING AUTHORS: Suzanne Brockmann, Julie Ann Walker, Catherine Mann, Tina Wainscott, Anne Elizabeth, M.L. Buchman, Kate SeRine, Lea Griffith
To honor and empower those who’ve served, all author and publisher proceeds go to the Wounded Warrior Project.
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Julie Ann Walker
Julie Ann Walker is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of award-winning romantic suspense. Her books have been described as “alpha, edgy, and downright hot.” Most days you can find Julie on her bicycle along the lake shore in Chicago or blasting away at her keyboard, trying to wrangle her capricious imagination into submission.
There are 4 prize packs being given away during the tour!
Grand Prize– one ecopy Shadow of Doubt (via NetGalley), an SBG T-shirt, and a signed paperback of Full Throttle.
2nd place–T-shirt and a $5 gift card
3rd place–T-shirt and a $5 gift card
4th place– T-shirt and a $5 gift card
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Yall are so dang cute in that pic! Ahhh Talon?? That’s okay. I’ll make sure Romeo doesn’t get lonely 😉 Heh
Thanks so much for hosting the ladies today Shannon!
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LOL! I figured Romeo was in good hands with you Anna!! 😀
Thank you for hosting us today!! This was a lot of fun…and I still Julie Ann was cruel making me choose a favorite!! 😉
Thanks for having me on Cocktails and Books! And thank YOU, PA, for letting me celebrate your latest release. I LOVE that you answered the question honestly. That took big, brass clackers, baby! 😀
LOL!! I’m still hiding from the rest of the team once this went live. I know they’re NOT happy to have that particular character named as my favorite! *Snort*
Thank you so much for celebrating with me!! And for allowing me to join in on letting readers know about your awesome anthology coming out this May!! Awesome cause that’s close to my heart. <3
PA is a new to me author and I need to change that. The book sounds good.
Woohoo! I wholeheartedly endorse your sentiment. LOL! 😉
She is an awesome author. So much action it keeps you on your toes even when you should yo to bed.
Thanks Dawn Wright!!!! Who needs sleep? That’s so overrated when you’ve got a book in your hands, right? 😉
looks interesting
Thanks for stopping by bn100! 😀
That is pretty cool, having a character named after you! Looking forward to reading both books!
It really was! I can’t wait to see what “I” do and what happens to “me” in Julie Ann’s September release!! Happy Reading!!! 🙂
Sounds great!
Thanks for stopping by Brandy!!!!
Happy reading! 😀
These books sound so good, and the covers are great to look at too!
Thank you JeanMP! I love covers with yummy Man Candy that allow me to use my imagination. 😀
How fun is that to have a character named after you! Too cool Penni!
It’s seriously awesome!! I’m still grinning and giggling over it. I LOVE IT!! …and to have Julie Ann Walker be the one to write about my alter “Secret Service Agent” persona…um, wow!! 😀
I love Julie Ann Walker’s Black Knights and PA DePaul’s Shadow of a Doubt looks great!
Excellent taste with Julie Ann’s books! Thanks for the compliment MrsMac19!
Happy reading!! 🙂
This book sounds great. I’m always happy to find new authors and books to read
Woohoo! Always happy to add to the TBR pile! 🙂
You two are a comedy act and lucky for us you’re taking it on the road. LOL The book sounds fabulous!
Lol! I have a ball with Julie Ann! I hope you enjoy the books!!! 😀
What an exciting book! Interesting post. Thanks for sharing.
Hiya BookLady!
Thanks for stopping by! I hope you enjoy reading it! 🙂
This looks like such a good read. I’ve added the book and the author to my read list. Thanks for the post.
Woot! Woot! Thank ya Jenny Dauksa Schaber! Hope you enjoy the books! 😀