Welcome JS Marlo

Welcome to my Reading Nook, J.S. Marlo. Please make yourself at home and let my cabana boys/girls get you a drink.

Comfortable? Wonderful. Now let’s get started.

What is your writing process? Do you outline, fly by the seat of your pants or a combination of both? 

It's a combination of both. When I begin a book, I have a general outline in my head. I know where i'm going with the main thread, but I don't plan the secondary threads, they develop as I write.

What did you do before you were a writer? Do you write full time? 

I earned a business degree, moved every three years, and raised three wonderful kids. For years, writing was more an escape than anything else. Then I started writing full time, and I began thinking I might just reach that crazy dream of becoming a published writer. And I did.

If you were going to cast the characters of your book, what actors would get the part? 

When I write a character, I give him/her personal attributes, but as a rule I don't picture someone in particular. The only exception would be in "Unscripted-Duty Bound Book One". My main character, Blythe Huxley, is a middle-aged Canadian actor. If I had to cast anyone to play his role, it would be Ted Atherton who's also a Canadian actor.

Since I don't have a picture in mind, I'm always eager to see my book covers, and I have to say my cover artist has been amazing at bringing my characters to life.

I know you're not supposed to show favoritism but who's been your favorite character to write?

Oh my… I can't pick one. I truly love all of them, even my baddies. 

Do you have a favorite TV show you can't miss? 

A long time ago, it was Scarecrow and Mrs. King. Now, it's Murdoch Mysteries.

If you could date any character from any book, which would it be and why-no it doesn't have to be from your books?

A long time ago, I met my special man. There's not a character in or out of uniform that could match him.

Please share with us some juicy details about your latest release. 

"Salvaged" is the story of a young female scuba diver who investigates underwater wrecks for a living. Her life changes when she's hired by a handsome captain to explore a Model T sunk in the middle of a lake.

There are lots of water scenes in Salvaged: lake, bath, shower...

What was your inspiration behind this book? 

My daughter is a scuba diver. When she's not doing research, she likes to explore shipwrecks. Her many underwater tales unleashed my imagination and inspired me to write Salvaged. Little did she know I would call her at weird times to inquire about lake depth, oxygen intake, or belt weight. One day, she unpacked her diving gear on her living room floor, told me to put the vest on, and proceeded to explain how every piece of equipment worked. To thank her for her technical assistance, I gave her a cameo appearance in the book.

Do you listen to music while you write? If so what are your favorites Artists and or albums?

There's always music in the background. I listen mostly to soft rock and country music, in English or in French.  My all-time favourite group is ABBA.

If you could go any place in the world and to any time period, what place time would you choose to visit?

An Ice Hotel in Scandinavia.

What is your favorite super power and why do you want it?

I'd like to be able to see in the dark. Over the years, it would have stopped me from bumping my toes and breaking a few of them.

If you could write a warning label for yourself as a person or an author, what would it say?

As an author: Daydreaming in progress, do not disturb my creative process.

As a person: I do everything, I'm a mom.

Do you have any guilty pleasures? 

Dark chocolate...and more dark chocolate.

Thanks for taking the time to be here today. I wish you many sales and wonderful reviews.

Thanks for having me, Dawn. It was lots of fun.

Salvaged- blurb:

            The discovery of a submerged Model T blurs the line between dream and reality, exposing a young scuba diver's past and threatening her future.

 
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        Star Fisher refuses to let the scar marring her face dictate her choices or the dreams haunting her nights affect her life. A skilled scuba diver and underwater investigator, she assists in the salvage operation of a sunken Model T, but will it reveal its secrets?


        Captivated by the feisty diver, captain Hauk Ludvikson struggles against his attraction as they explore the old automobile linked to the unsolved disappearance of a rich heiress. As past crimes create new ones, he must decide if he wants to protect Star or protect his heart.

        With danger lurking under and above the water line, Star fights for her future—a future she may not salvage twice.

Salvaged-Buy links: 

Breathless Press: http://www.breathlesspress.com/index.php?main_page=product_free_shipping_info&cPath=7&products_id=300

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Salvaged-ebook/dp/B008SB3SOS/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1344021794&sr=1-3

Salvaged-excerpt:

Hauk left the cabin and stepped onto the twelve-foot deck. According to his watch, Arnie and Fisher had been down less than ten minutes.

The oxygen tanks lined up against the storage bin beckoned to him. He grabbed the closest one and peered at the gauge. 1,700 pounds. Enough air for a short dive. Wanting to witness what had prompted Fisher's request, he geared up and dove.

The wetsuit didn't completely insulate his skin from the colder water he encountered fifty feet below. With darkness surrounding him, he trusted the guide rope to lead him to the site as he continued his descent. Minutes later, through the shadowy waters, Hauk spotted his two divers. Arnie floated above a lamppost, and Fisher knelt on the lakebed in front of the wreck.

An object was in Fisher's hand. He swam toward her to get a better view, but the mysterious object disappeared into her bag, and she glided away from him before he had a chance to satisfy his curiosity. A few flutter kicks behind her, Hauk stretched out his arm with the intent of tapping her shoulder. Her hand swiftly swept across her belt, and a glint of light from the lampposts reflected off her glove.

She spun around. Eyes glazed with fear, she swung her arm. Sharp reflexes allowed Hauk to deflect the blow, but they didn't prevent her other hand from sneaking past his defenses. He inhaled sharply.

A silver blade, shining in the light, pushed against his hose, ready to sever his air supply with the flick of her wrist.