Comments on: Do you want an author to try something new?

By: Dalton Diaz

Dalton Diaz — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 13:11:39 +0000

This is a great question, Lynn! I think Danielle hit the nail on the head. As a voraciious reader, it drives me insane when I get something different than I expect. While I’ll probably buy the book anyway if a fave author tries a genre I don’t usually read, I’ll feel duped if I’m not expecting the change. In short, my answer is go for it – just let me know!
As a writer who is thrilled to be part of the Cougar series, I’m so glad you decided to take the contemporary plunge. Sunset rocks, and she is the perfect advisor for my character, Elizabeth. Thank you.

By: Lynne Connolly

Lynne Connolly — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:01:27 +0000

Hi Desiree! One of my fellow Cougar writers, and her book is awesome, but then, I always did have a weak spot for cowboys!
Gwen – you reviewing it, then? (lol)
Danielle – I think the covers and the blurb give a clue! And I have to thank Angie for encouraging me not to change names.
Evangeline – I think it was the approved method for many years, but as you say, the epublished author is a little freer, it seems. People are talking about a new publishing model, so perhaps this is part of it, too.

By: Evangeline

Evangeline — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 22:45:34 +0000

Yes I do–and I’m discovering that I have a knack for contemporary romance and my world-building (for urban fantasy romance) isn’t so shabby either, and all after I was so certain that historical romance was IT for me. But I also feel it’s easier for e-published authors to play with not only different genres, but regarding historical romance, with different settings. So many NY published authors who formerly wrote in a variety of settings now stick to one, and while I would kill to have, say Jane Feather, write another Civil War/Restoration set romance, or for someone like Meredith Duran try her hand at a Western, it just isn’t feasible within the present market. And when authors do switch, it’s usually to revive a sagging career. It’s rare for an NY-published author to write in a variety of sub-genres, and when they do, the fans they gained with a particular romance sub-genre are apt to grumble. :/

By: Danielle Yockman

Danielle Yockman — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:59:30 +0000

I think it is great for a writer to try different genre’s and as long as the books are clearly marked so that the historical romance fiend doesn’t accidentally pick up the paranormal, one name is fine. That said, I do like the idea of the pseudonym because it makes it really easy for me as a reader to decipher which genre you are writing. Unless there is a reason you would want to hide what you are writing (maybe you have a day job, heh) I love knowing that such and such author is writing as XYZ. It makes it easy to distinguish the different genres, but allows me to recognize that I will most likely enjoy their writing. In the end it should be about what you as the author want/need/can mentally handle.

By: Gwen

Gwen — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 19:56:27 +0000

I love it when an author tries a lot of different genres. It doesn’t bother me a bit and certainly doesn’t confuse me. Good on you, Lynne, for trying contemps again.

By: Desiree Holt

Desiree Holt — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 13:30:38 +0000

Can’t wait for those cougars to start growling. This has been one of the greatest projects I’ve ever worked on and Lynne? Your contemporary voice is just as strong as your others. Your story rocks. So here’s to all the cougars in the world and to the ladies of Cougar Challenge.