Author KT Egan Talks About Romance

February is the month of Love and Romance. 

A perfect time to pick the brain of a Romance Author

KT Egan writes mainly sweet romances with some suggestive moments and is the author of the Anderson Creek Series. She took time from her busy schedule to stop by and share her thoughts on Romance.

 

Thanks for stopping by today, KT. I love your book, All You Hold On To. How would you describe your Romance Writing Style in 5 words?

KT: Sweet, with cozy happy endings.

I love sweet with cozy, happy endings. *wink, wink* What food or drink would you consider sexy or romantic?

KT: For me, the sexiest food out there is shrimp (mainly ‘cause I’m slightly allergic so it’s a forbidden treat)

Definitely agreeing with shrimp being sexy, especially when your honey feed it to you. *sigh* I’d probably end up wearing it tho. LOL We know romance isn’t perfect. What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you while on a date?

KT: My now partner and I met in college. We’d been friends for a while before we started dating – but like, the kind of friends who would just hang out on campus mainly. So on our first date, we were getting in his car, and out of nowhere (and without really thinking about it) I go “Please don’t be a serial killer…and like…kill me.” It’s been over two years and he still doesn’t let me live it down.

Too funny! So….What’s the kinkiest, sexiest thing you’ve ever done?

KT: Uhhhh…I’m not really sure that I’ve done anything that could even be considered close to kinky.

Ok, I’ll give that one to you. We’ll talk more later. Back to Romance…if you could spend a romantic weekend anywhere in the world, where would you go?

KT: I would go to Aspen and spend a weekend in a little ski shack curled up in front of the fire with my partner, some really decadent food, and no internet access.

Ooooo… sounds wonderful. But how about some tunes. What are your favorite songs for love and romance?

KT: Oh there’s too many to count! Right now my favorite love ballad is Ever Long by the Foo Fighters and my all time favorite romance song is When You Say I Do by Jamestown Story featuring Michelle Rene.

 

Oh, yeah…now we’re talking. Let’s cover fragrance now. What are your favorite scents for love and romance? 

KT: Roses, vanilla, definitely the scent of a fireplace.

That certainly sounds like romance. What bit of romantic advice would you give your readers?

KT: Follow your gut – even if it leads you to make mistakes along the way. Don’t overthink it when it comes to love.

FUN STUFF:

Dine in or dine out? Dine out

Flowers or candy? Flowers

Roses or name another flower? White roses

Diamonds or name another gem? Opals

Ice cream or frozen yogurt? Ice cream

Pillow talk… flirty or dirty? Both!

Perfume or jewelry? Jewelry

Tall or dark or handsome? Or all three? Dark and handsome – height is overrated sometimes. 

Thanks for joining us today, KT! 

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As Roxanne discovers that she still has power of attorney over his affairs, she places her life on hold and rushes to Maverick’s side in Scranton, Pennsylvania. While helping him to recover, memories of childhood and old relationships resurface, making it difficult for Roxanne to balance her new life with her old one. Roxanne is left to sort through complicated feelings from her past alongside the realization that Maverick may still have feelings for her— and even worse, she may still have feelings for him, too.

Flying With A Little Love

 Flyboy has flown away but takes a bit of romance with him. He'll be gone for two weeks but I've hidden fun little love notes in his bag. As he unpacks throughout his trip, he'll find them. 

I picked up a booklet from Cary Ann's Hallmark that has easy tear-out pages. They are small enough to fit in luggage or lunch boxes but big enough to not be lost. A great way to keep romance alive. 

The book with the tear-our love notes is featured in lower left corner.
Available at your local Hallmark shop.

Tips For Autumn Romance

 Fall is a beautiful time of year here in Michigan. I love the incredible palate of colorful trees and shrubbery. Nature’s pure fragrance of leaves and earth as well as the temptations of pumpkin pie, baked apples, and hot mulled cider create a wonderful setting. This time of year is also the time to pull out the winter woolies and time for some old fashion cuddling. It is a time for Autumn Romance.

 >Plan a special morning. Romance isn’t just for nighttime. Make a special breakfast using flavors of the season...apple turnovers, cinnamon rolls, pumpkin bread to name a few. Add a little pumpkin spice creamer to your coffee. Try in it cocoa!

 >  Rake a pile of leaves and yes…. Jump in!  It’s not just for kids.  Let your hair down and play!  Laughing is great foreplay.

>  Hit the trails. Go for a walk holding hands or a nice bike ride. Stop periodically to enjoy the view. This is a great way to stay in shape and relieve tension as well as giving you a chance to talk.  However, if you come to a hill… I dare you to roll down it!

> Enjoy the patio at night and build a bonfire for two. Curl up together under a blanket and sip a cup of hot apple cider.

> Have a night in and start up your fireplace. Slip into something sexy. Pour your favorite wine and play your favorite love songs.

> Make time to simply sit and share a drink together. Try a spiced wine or an apple whiskey.

Leelanau Cellars
has a variety of wines perfect for Autumn.

Take Time for Romance

Can couples find the time and energy for romance 

and still cope with commitments, tress, and even fatigue?  

Absolutely!

"Being over-scheduled is the biggest killer of romance, because when we're tired and frazzled we have nothing left for each other." - D.P. Washington

Flyboy and I goofing around.

Establish priorities and set goals by making better use of the time they have by creating time they thought they didn't have.

*Make a lunch date together

*Take a shower or bath together

*Make time for pillow talk

* Set aside one night a week - no interruptions, no appointments

*Plan your weekends in advance - put them on your calendar in ink

*Take control of your time - unplug the electronics

Thursday Thirteen - 13 "Love Surprises"

Little things mean alot. 

I'm sure you've heard that before... but it's true. 

Simple things such as a smile can brighten one's day. 

My flyboy hubby is gone often so I enjoy hiding things in his suitcase.  When my mom was alive, living in an apartment, I'd have fun leaving goodies in her fridge or on her dresser for her to find. When Football Moms were allowed to decorate the boys' locker room, we'd leave encouraging notes and candy on our sons' locker doors. I enjoy leaving a cute little card on my secretary's keyboard.

Here's a list of some items for you to leave in often over looked places for your honey or someone special to find.

For your honey:
1. Handcuffs.

2. A sexy photo of yourself.

3. A pair of panties scented with a favorite fragrance.

4. Favorite candy. Sweet for a sweetie.

5. A key (to your heart).

6. A love poem.

7. A love letter.

8. Love coupons.

For someone special:
9. A greeting or inspirational card.

10. A photo of the two of you in a cute frame.

11. A small book. (Inspirational, poetry, romance, comedy)

12. Favorite CD.

13 Favorite magazine. (Magnolia, Taste of Home, Oprah are my favs to give to a gal or a hunting magazine for a guy)

Other items may include Hersey kisses, a teddy bear, jewelry, a list of why that person is special to you, small artwork, and a small bottle of their favorite fragrance.

What other items can you think of?

Special Thanks to Cary Ann's Hallmark in Flushing, MI

for keeping me well stocked in "little things."

Check out more fun Thursday 13 lists HERE

Take Time Together

 

Home is where the heart is, so take time to spend together at home. You can find many delightful ways to spend time together around the house. Morning coffee in bed is one of my personal favorites or breakfast on a sunny deck. A card game or watch a video on a rainy day. Unplug yourselves from the electronics and quiet time at home can be simple. Just sitting together watching a ballgame is cozy contentment. Go for a walk or take a nap. In the evening, enjoy a glass of wine, play soft music and give each other a massage.

 

Take a break from the daily grind and revive that feeling of being relaxed and close.

Love On the Other-side of the World

My pilot hubby spends half each month "on the road" and many people ask how we "deal with him being gone". 

After being together for almost 30 years, I simply shrug and say it's not that hard, after all, it's like a mini-honeymoon when my fly boy comes home. Ooo...I love a man in uniform!

Capt. "Quast in his "office"

I've learned to take fix things such as a broken washer, flooded basement, power outage, etc. You see, things only happen when he's gone. But that train of thought is best left for another day.

Keeping romance alive goes hand in hand with creativity. Before he leaves, I hide things in his luggage such as a mini card, small gifts, candy, sex coupons... you get the idea. I highly recommend getting to know your local Hallmark shop owner and Lover's Lane managers well; they will keep you in the loop for unique items and sales. 

Right now he's in Hong Kong while I'm in Mid-Michigan.

I love the photos he sends and it's fun hearing the antics of the crews while they bond during down time.

The 12 hour time difference gives us a small window to chat but we celebrate morning greetings and bed time murmurs every day. Little texts throughout the day are nice but we have to be considerate when the other is sleeping. (These guys are Freight Dogs and often fly at night which is a challenge state-side.) A phone call often starts with the entire family on speaker phone but ends in private time. Sure, we miss each other, but we don't focus on how much it hurts to be apart. Ending the day while sharing something that makes us laugh makes our hearts full. 

I believe the key is to find laughter and romance everywhere.

If you had to break down your day into only a few minutes with your honey, how would you handle it? What would do to make it bearable?