1–What is the title of your latest release? ACCIDENTALLY FAMOUS 2–What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book?  A small-town home renovator is thrust into the spotlight when an A-list movie star’s assistant accidentally tags her Instagram account causing his fans, the paparazzi, and the hunky actor himself to descend on her quiet coastal town. 3–How did you decide where your book was going to take place?  A remote small town was necessary for this series and the rugged, remote Maine coastline was the perfect setting. 4–Would you hang out with your heroine in real life?  Yes, absolutely! I build stuff too. 5–What are three words that describe your hero? Genuine, self-aware, compassionate 6–What’s something you learned while writing this book?  Lots and lots of Megalodon facts. They are my new favorite prehistoric creatures. 7–Do you edit as you draft or wait until you are totally done? I edit as I go along. I start each session by editing what I wrote the day before. It makes things easier in the end and keeps my voice and tempo consistent. 8–What’s your favorite foodie indulgence? Sharp cheddar cheeses especially when paired with tart apples. 9–Describe your writing space/office!  I built my…

Instead of trying to find your perfect match in a dating app, we bring you the “Author-Reader Match” where we introduce you to authors you may fall in love with. It’s our great pleasure to present Marissa Clarke! Writes: Romantic comedy About: I’m a small-town (previously large city) author who lives on the Gulf Coast. Instead of a fence in my backyard, I have a river. In trading out concrete of the city for the green of the country, I also lost my Wi-fi. Boo. It’s okay, though; my neighbors and chickens are more entertaining than social media anyway.   What I’m looking for in my ideal reader match: Someone in search of relaxation A fondness for hunky single dads is a plus in this reader Appreciation for female entrepreneurs A love of silliness Soft spot for characters who can laugh at themselves as well as each other A willingness to accept (even if begrudgingly) small-town dynamics Someone who likes to smile at shenanigans My ideal reader must have a love of happy endings   What to expect if we’re compatible: Laughter Smiles Perhaps some tense moments Scenes featuring loving, involved parents spouting terrible cliché sayings And for sure, a happily ever after ACCIDENTALLY PERFECT by Marissa…