Emily For today’s special blog, I have the honor of interviewing my long time critique partner (and general partner in crime) about the release for her new book, Seduce Me. Before we get started, I have to admit that Seduce Me is my favorite Robyn DeHart book so far. It’s filled with grand adventure, sigh-inducing romance, and a hero you’d love to … well, some things are best left to your imagination (and to the pages of Robyn’s fab book).

Robyn Well, thank you, Emily, that’s so kind. And I’m thrilled you loved this book, I’ve been waiting to write that hero that would sweep you off your feet. Especially since you did that for me with the first book of yours I read.

Emily Oh, he definitely swept me off my feet. Whew … is anyone else getting hot in here?

But back to the interview. Years ago, when Robyn and I first met, we were both Entertainment Weekly fans. They had a weekly column called Five Stupid Questions. In a nod to our shared past as collectors of arcane pop culture trivia, I am resurrecting the tradition of Five Stupid Questions.

So, Robyn, if you were the heroine in one of your favorite movies, who would you be?

Robyn I think this one is pretty easy, I’d definitely be Evie from The Mummy. How awesome is she? Not only is she so beautiful, but she’s intelligent, brave, charming and has a wonderful sense of humor. And hello, she gets Rick who is so very hot! And while Rick’s quick gun wielding keeps them out of jeopardy many times, it’s Evie’s equally quick thinking truly saves the day.
While I didn’t consciously model my new heroine, Esme Worthington (from Seduce Me) after Evie, I know there must be similarities. It will probably be difficult not to notice especially since the tone of my new Legend Hunters series mimics that of The Mummy movies.

Emily You’ve often mentioned that you got your start writing romance as a child when you used your Barbie and Ken dolls to star in romantic story lines. I’d like to hear more about those stories. Dialogue has always been one of your strong suits. Can we hear some of the Barbie and Ken dialogue?

Robyn Oh, now I don’t know if I could recreate that dialogue, but no doubt it was stellar and oh-so-romantic. But I will admit that my Barbie “games” were very elaborate and would last forever, sometimes all the way through the night and into the next day. The Barbie dream house was too limiting for me, I needed more space for my story lines. I remember there were often masquerade balls and lots of kissing – wasn’t it amazing how perfectly Barbie’s head turned and you could mash her lips up against Ken’s? Ah, those were the days….

Emily I’ll never forget the time I tried to talk a boy into playing ball with me. He kept looking around for a basketball and I couldn’t understand why he would dance with me.

Instead of asking you where you get your ideas, I’m going to assume that–like me–you order yours from the Sears catalogue. Which department do you like to shop from?

Robyn Absolutely, and in a pinch I use Oriental Trading because you can buy in bulk. I tend to favor the Outdoor Living and Sports & Fitness sections since my characters so often are on the run and in danger, they need the appropriate equipment. But of course sometimes you need ideas from the Home department, always luxurious bedding to be found there.

Emily Wow, I think you and I should go shopping more often. You obviously have excellent taste! And speaking of shopping, tell us three things you bought the last time you went to the grocery store.

Robyn Rice Krispie treats for The Professor (he’s a snacker), cherries and Diet Big Red.

Emily No Diet Coke? It’s like I don’t know you at all!

Robyn Well, in your defense, normally I am a Diet Coke drinker, but since moving back to Texas I’m able to have Diet Big Red (no where to be found in SE Tennessee) and I haven’t quite gotten my fill just yet.

Emily I heard that for the release of Seduce Me, your publisher is sending you on a high-powered book tour. I’m thinking they’re sending you to New York, San Francisco, Tokyo … Can you tell us where they’ll be sending you?

Robyn Hmmmm….well, they are sending me on a promotional tour and I suppose I might reach readers in Tokyo and San Fran, but actually I’ll be able to participate in this tour from the safety of my own home and in my pj’s! How awesome is that? They’re sending me on a blog tour the first two weeks of August and boy is my schedule packed. You’ll find guest blots, lots of Q&A’s and plenty of reviews and giveaways. Not only will you have a chance to win copies of Seduce Me, but I’m actually hosting a scavenger hunt contest to coincide with the blog tour. All of this you can find more info on my website.

So come on show your excitement for the release of Seduce Me! Tell your friends, run to your bookstore, make some noise…