Featured Author: Gia Riley

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Gia Riley!!!

Between the Pain

Author Gia Riley

Contemporary Romance Novella

Synopsis:

Graduating from nursing school and finding herself thrown into the real world, twenty-two year old Hallie Dawson is determined to prove herself on the job. A chance encounter on the first day has charming Ryan Andrews showing up everywhere she goes. With only a string of random hook-ups and one failed relationship in her past, Hallie isn’t used to being pursued. For the first time, two men desire her. Will she choose the right one – or does fate hold all the cards?

Between the Pain is a Contemporary Romance novella about finding love - and being brave enough to follow your heart. Will Hallie end up in the arms of her true love or are the moments in between her pain forming the real story.

Timing is everything.

A fraction of a second, one altered course, one note -- change her life forever.

Excerpt:

I finally get a closer inspection of this mysterious stranger. I love what I see. Ryan has to be close to six feet tall with broad shoulders and a defined waist I could wrap my legs around. I bet he has that v thing happening and seriously chiseled abs. I can tell he works out and definitely has an athletic build, but it’s his smile that lights up his whole face and those eyes….golden brown with a hint of green. I never knew hazel could be so alluring. They’re the perfect complement to his sandy brown hair that I would love to run my fingers through and tug on while we make out in the supply room. Not that I would do that or anything, just hypothetically speaking. His tan skin is seriously sexy making it look like he just came back from an exotic vacation. What are the odds of seeing this guy twice in the first hour I’ve been here? I will chalk it up to beginners luck. Surely that applies to meeting strangers and not just board games. I snap back to reality, realizing I am openly gawking, and finally manage to speak.

 

PURCHASE INFO:

Amazon US

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KPGEIG6

Amazon UK

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00KPGEIG6

Amazon Canada

http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00KPGEIG6

Amazon Australia

https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B00KPGEIG6

Barnes & Noble
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

I'm both a Contemporary Romance novelist and a Behavioral Therapist. Writing has been a passion of mine since high school, where I took my very first creative writing class. Since I'm a firm believer that everyone deserves their happily ever after, I love creating emotional stories about life and love. I'm also an active wife and mother. When I have a quiet moment, I love to swap my play-doh for my laptop. I also enjoy traveling, listening to music and singing.

My Books:

Between the Pain (Contemporary Romance Novella) Available NOW!

After the Pain (Contemporary Romance) Coming September 2014!

CONTACT GIA

Website: http://giariley.weebly.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Author-Gia-Riley/645866645481614

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22023125-between-the-pain

Twitter: @AuthorGiaRiley

Email: GiaRileyBooks@gmail.com

Interview With Gia:

1) Can you tell us a little about your book?

Between the Pain takes the reader on an emotional journey through life, love and personal growth. Chance meetings end up challenging the characters to overcome really intense obstacles. You will laugh and you might even cry.

My leading lady, Hallie, is sassy, witty and most importantly real. I’ve gotten so many messages from readers telling me how she was so easy to relate to. That’s what I wanted to create – characters who you would want to be friends with and maybe even fall for. 

2) Do you have a favorite spot to write?

I bought a beautiful writing table not long ago that I placed in front of a group of windows. I love the natural light and it’s keeping me very organized. 

3) Do you have any “odd” writing habits?

I’m not sure it’s odd, but I don’t always write the book in the order you would read it. Sometimes I think of a great conversation or scene that I know will happen. I’ll write it and then work around that to fill in the gaps. It helps me to write it down and get it out of my system instead of waiting for it to come. 

4) If your book were made into a movie, who do you picture playing each characters part?

I have trouble finding the “perfect” Ryan for the big screen but I’d probably go with Justin Timberlake or Channing Tatum. I do have a friend out in L.A. who would also make a great Ryan. You may see him on a future cover as a different character!

Sean would be played by Robbie Amell, a Canadian actor. The dark hair, crystal blue eyes and overall look is definitely how I picture Sean.

Hallie is tough, but I could see one of my favorite ladies from The Young and the Restless, Elizabeth Hendrickson, portraying her on the big screen. She’s an excellent actress, has great style and makes me think of Hallie. 

5) Which of your characters would you like to meet in person and why?

All of them! I’d feel bad choosing one over the other. 

6) What's the last book you read?

I have so many books on my Kindle right now. The one-click feature on Amazon always gets me in trouble. I’m currently reading a manuscript from a fellow author friend along with writing my next book. I think the last book I read was Stolen Course by Ally Martinez. 

7) What's one random fact about yourself that you can share?

Hmmm. I don’t drink anything with caffeine. I can’t say I’m totally caffeine free though because I need chocolate in my life. But that’s the only exception. 

8) Do you listen to music while you write?

Absolutely! I create a playlist for each book based on the plot or mood of the story. When I sit down to write, I make sure to put it on. Of course I can’t listen to the same one over and over, so I have several. Right now, I’m listening to Phillip Phillips. He has a Dave Matthews vibe to his music that I love. My playlists cover every genre. I need variety. 

9) When can we expect book two?

The cover reveal for book two, After the Pain, is scheduled for August 18^th! The release will follow mid-September!! 

10) I saw you would be at the Kiss and Tell Author Signing Event; will you be at any other event?

I’m so excited to be joining the amazing group of authors in Harrisburg, PA next July. That’s the only signing I’m committed to at the moment, but I have a few other things in the works. I look forward to getting to meet those who’ve loved Between the Pain. I’m really grateful for the wonderful support I’ve received.