This is it. The payoff for all those hours spent peering at a blank screen and stressing out over every word and phrase. Eternal Pleasure hits bookshelves everywhere (I hope). Okay, so technically it hit some bookshelves last week, but this is the official BIG DAY.
I bet some of you are wondering, “So what’s the big deal? You write a book, send it in, and wait for it to go on sale. No sweat.” Hah. Let me tell you the many, many ways I find to drive myself crazy.
First we have the story itself. Will readers like the plot? Will they think it’s too, well, out there? Fine, so all of my plots are out there. Will they think its exciting enough, sexy enough, and on and on and on? Oh, and don’t forget the characters. Will they think the characters are sympathetic? Will they want to read more books about the same characters? Or, horror of horrors, will they find the characters shallow and unlovable?
Once I finish worrying about the story, it’s time to move on to the cover. Is the guy on the cover hot enough? Will impulse buyers pick up the book to take a closer look at him? Does the cover pop or just blend in with the rest of the books on the shelf? And why didn’t they give me foil embossed lettering on my cover? Is the publishing house trying to tell me something? Am I no longer worthy? Wait. My name and title do have a metallic shine. Whew. They must still like me.
Next comes the back cover blurb. Does it grab readers by the throat and shake them until they absolutely have to buy the book? Does it make extravagant promises of unspeakable pleasure if they’ll only spend their hard earned money on this book?
I bet now you’re thinking, “Enough. There can’t possibly be anything else to worry about.” What, you have no faith in my ability to make something out of nothing? There are tons of things to leave me sleepless. What will reviewers say? How should I promote this book? How will I make time to blog, keep up with mail, write my next book, have a life? It doesn’t take long to realize that something has to go. Yeah, so having a life is overrated anyway.
From all the whining above, you probably think I must hate what I do. Not so. I worked at quite a few different jobs in my life, and nothing, nothing gave me the satisfaction I get from completing a story and knowing I’ll be sharing my characters with readers who may never meet me, but who will hopefully enjoy my books. I feel blessed.
And for those of you who are thinking, “Wow, she’s insecure,” here’s my theory. I believe that on the day that I become too comfortable with what I’m writing, too sure that there’s nothing left to improve, too laid back about my career, I’ll stop growing as a writer. A little angst keeps me humble and motivated. There are tons of talented writers out there, and to convince readers to choose my books I have to keep getting better.
And now for a question that has nothing to do with the above subject. When I finish my present work in progress, Eternal Promise, I’ll be returning for another peek into Ganymede’s and Sparkle’s lives. I’d been planning to set this book at the Woo Woo Inn. But a lot of readers have told me now much they liked the Castle of Dark Dreams books. So here’s the question. Should my next Mede and Sparkle book take place at the Woo Woo Inn or the Castle of Dark Dreams? Of couse, you can always mess up my little poll by choosing none of the above.
I’ll stop now because my deadline for this next book is looming. I hope you’re enjoying a memorable summer blast. Don’t forget the sunscreen.
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I loved Eternal Pleasure and finished it quickly. I now want more, of course. Do you know when the next book is slated for release and how many do you plan to do in this series?
Thank you!!
by Wanda
on July 6th, 2008 at 4:38 pm
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Nina -
I love all your books. Your characters always grab me right from the start. I just finished reading the first book in your new series, “Eternal Pleasure” and I can’t wait for the rest of the books -like how about yesterday :o) Only kidding,but I am looking forward to the next in the series. Actually I’m looking forward to any book you write. Thanks so much for keeping me entertained and keep up the great work!
by Elaine
on July 6th, 2008 at 8:02 pm
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Because your books are an automatic buy for me I was at the bookstore on July 1st ready to pick up “Eternal Pleasure” the day the store put it on the shelf. It grabbed me from first page and I couldn’t put it down until I finished it. Only bad thing, now I have to wait for the next one. I love Sparkle and Ganymede as well. Thanks so much for all the entertainment.
by Marie
on July 6th, 2008 at 9:28 pm
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Nina~
I just wanted to say that Eternal Pleasure was a great book and now I can’t wait for the next book in the series. I can’t get enough of the alpha males that go bump in the night. I hope you never run out of new material to write about. Thank you.
by KASEE
on July 6th, 2008 at 10:28 pm
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I have not had a chance to pick Eternal Pleasures up yet, but I will be very soon. I loved the Castle of Dark Dreams books. I picked up my first of your books, Wicked Pleasure, about a year ago. Since then I have read 14 of your other titles. I’m working on getting the other 2 I haven’t read yet, which are An Original Sin & Men at Work. Sparkle & Ganymede are so much fun, I’d really love an update on eveyone in the casle. Thank you for creating so many enjoyable characters.
by Tammy
on July 7th, 2008 at 2:56 pm
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Eternal Pleasures reaches a realm never before ventured into. Unbelievable doesn’t begin to describe it. The Woo Woo inn is great but I love the Castle as well. You’ll just have to write more books for both. Any chance we’ll see pics and bios on your website in the future for the Gods of the Night???
by Susan
on July 8th, 2008 at 8:33 pm
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Eternal Pleasures looks like a fantastic book, I can’t wait to read it.
As for the next Sparkle and Ganeymede book? Doesn’t matter where you set it, I’ll read it! *G*
by Brandy
on July 9th, 2008 at 9:09 pm
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I loved it. Like many others out there I can’t wait for the rest. I love the plot and the fact that I have so many questions only makes the wait for the next harder to bear.. Please, please say Fin will have his own book. From my viewpoint the badder the better and he looks to be the grandaddy of them all. Nina Bangs has made a fan for life!!
by Deana
on July 11th, 2008 at 11:48 am
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Nina,
In response to your question:
So here’s the question. Should my next Mede and Sparkle book take place at the Woo Woo Inn or the Castle of Dark Dreams?
MY Vote: Dark Dreams!!! What an amazing adventure…
I’m game…
by Michele
on July 14th, 2008 at 12:40 am
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I can tell you love what you do…It shows!
How about a story that goes from the Woo Woo Inn to the Castle or vise versa.
I haven’t had the pleaseure of EP yet…its waiting in my TBR pile!
by Darla
on July 15th, 2008 at 10:20 am
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Eternal Pleasure is my favorite Nina Bangs book to date! Somehow Ms. Bangs always makes completely unbelievable characters and scenarios believable.
Can’t wait for the next in this series.
And as far as the voting…DEFINITATELY the Castle of Dark Dreams!!!!
Terri
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Can’t wait to see who the alpha in Eternal Promis will be! Please Please Please don’t tease us and give us some more info on your website. Also can’t wait for the next book with Sparkle and Ganymede, I too don’t care where you set it I just can’t wait to read it. Keep them coming!(:))
by Toby
on July 16th, 2008 at 12:12 pm
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I am almost finished reading Eternal Pleasure. I have slowed down because I don’t want to read it too fast. Its very good and I wish the next book was already out. Please hurry with book 2 of Gods of the Night!!!! Thanks for being a great writer.
by Narda
on July 16th, 2008 at 5:02 pm
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I love all your books but Eternal Pleasure is my favorite. I love Sparkle and Ganymede and will read anything you write about them. But there is just something about Eternal Pleasures that I really can’t wait for the next book. Thank you for writing them.
by Vickif
on July 17th, 2008 at 7:30 pm
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Nina,
I just finished Eternal Pleasure and I loved it! It is the first book of yours that I have read and now I am going to be hitting the bookstore to buy everything else you’ve written. It was a lot of fun for me that the book was set in Houston - I’m in Sugar Land and it was great to hear all the familiar street names and landmarks. I will be eagerly awaiting book #2 in The Gods of the Night. Thanks for giving me yummy Ty to dream about :).
by Angie
on July 27th, 2008 at 12:15 am
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I have to admit, Eternal Pleasure has been the most intrancing book I’ve read in a long while. I instantly fell in love with it.
The funny thing is, it was a complete chance of me picking it up. I was in a reading slump-unable to find that right book. when I went to the corner store with my aunt and the cover caught my eye. I picked it up to read the back and thought why not…and now I’m glad…awsome job on it, I can’t wait for the second book. ^^
and thank you. ^^
by Holly
on July 27th, 2008 at 1:46 pm
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This Book Tops all the other books you have wrote and that is saying a lot!!!!!!!
Thank You for the Great Story, Cant wait for rest of series. My Shelf is flowing with your books, I know I can pick 1 to read again & again and always find something new, and take me to another realm.
Plzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Keep Writing Books
by Tucsonazdryheat
on July 28th, 2008 at 5:59 pm
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hello
im a big fan of the books. i just bought eternal pleasure, im very excited. i enjoy all your books, espically the castle of dark dreams series. i know all the brothers found love but is there going to be a fourth one? And is there going to be one for sparkle?
by Kate
on July 29th, 2008 at 12:32 pm
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Hello Nina
I just finished Eternal Pleaures. I picked it up at the library just to give the genre a chance omg I am hooked. I just got wicked fantasy and will plunge into the world of conall and Gerry.I am so excited. You are my new author to MUST READ chat soon Gerry and Conall are waiting
by Tamara
on July 31st, 2008 at 10:21 am
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I loved Eternal Pleasure!!!! It was fantasitic. Once I read the first page I was hooked and had to finish the book. I was up all night finishing it and now I can not wait for the next in the series. I hope it is Q!!
by Crystal
on August 4th, 2008 at 11:04 am
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Nina,
I’ve now had my Eternal Pleasure fix.
It was very different and I really loved the idea of the world you’ve created. Congrats, I hope there is more of this series to come!
by Darla
on August 8th, 2008 at 9:19 am
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I really enjoyed Eternal Pleasure. I can’t wait for the next one to come out!
by Ericka
on August 8th, 2008 at 6:43 pm
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I loved Eternal Pleasures. Dinosaurs have always fascinated me. Gee I now have two things that I love Dinosaurs and Hot Hunky Heroes. Can’t wait for the next book.
by Debra
on August 14th, 2008 at 12:07 am
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Nina, I love th3e Woo Woo Inn. it gets my vote!!!!
by Anastasia
on August 14th, 2008 at 2:55 pm
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You are one of my favorite authors and I love ALL the books. The Castle of Dreams books grab my heart and soul though. Something so compelling about the Vikings characters turned Vampires that need love too. I love Sparkle Stardust and Ganymede as well. Keep up the great writing! Olmsted Falls, Ohio
by Charmaine
on August 19th, 2008 at 2:26 pm
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I Loved Loved LOVED! Eternal Pleasure, great twists and turns! It kept me completely entertained. I got into the bathtub, and 5 hours later, When I was finished it I got out… lol I vote for the Woo Woo Inn, though anything you write, I’ll be addicted to… lol Thanks for writing such amazing stories!!
by Janine
on August 20th, 2008 at 1:24 am
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Nina, I am a great fan of yours - all your books are great reads. Really enjoyed Eternal Pleasure. Read it in one go - only stopped to get food!! Looking forward to the next book. Please don’t let it be tooo long before the next great read! Take care!
by Barbara - Australia
on August 20th, 2008 at 5:15 am
