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Amanda Weaver | An undeniable attraction could spell disaster
Author Guest / September 10, 2024

1–What is the title of your latest release? Fast & Reckless   2–What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book? Six years ago, Mira made a mistake that forced her exile from the world of Formula One. Now she’s back as her father’s assistant and determined to make up for the past. Will, the talented new driver for her father’s team, flamed out early in his career and is battling his way back to the top. He’s the last man Mira should want, but giving in to their undeniable attraction could spell disaster for both of them.   3–How did you decide where your book was going to take place? Formula One is an international sport, with every race taking place in a different country. It sets the stage all on its own!   4–Would you hang out with your protagonist in real life? Oh, for sure. She and I would probably be great work friends. We’re both hyper-organized and take everything way too seriously.   5–What are three words that describe your protagonist? Determined, hard-working, and vulnerable   6–What’s something you learned while writing this book? Oh, what didn’t I learn? Formula One is a highly technical sport. There…

Amanda Weaver | 20 Questions: LOVE AROUND THE CORNER
Author Guest / March 10, 2020

1–What’s the name of your latest release? Love Around the Corner 2–What is it about? It’s about Gemma Romano, the oldest of three Italian American sisters in Brooklyn. There’s a lot of change happening in her life, some good, some bad. And now her first love, the boy who broke her heart, has moved back home. They have a lot of baggage to unpack. 3–What word best describes your heroine? Tough. But she’s also so big-hearted. 4–What makes your hero irresistible? He tries SO hard to do the right thing, and to take care of everyone in his life. He’s made mistakes, but now he’s determined to do the right thing. Gemma describes him at one point as George Bailey from It’s a Wonderful Life, and that’s pretty spot on. 5–Who are the people your main characters turn to when they need help? Gemma’s Number One is her dad, John. Since her mother died when she was a teenager, the two of them have relied on each other. They’re more than father and daughter. They’re business partners and best friends. Brendan could stand to rely on a few more people. He’s stubborn and insists on shouldering every burden himself. But…