Kilt Worthy with Catherine Bybee
My special guest today is Catherine Bybee who is celebrating the release of her book Kilt Worthy. It’s out today! Grab a glass of champagne from one of the waiters wearing a kilt and get comfortable while Catherine and I chat about Kilt Worthy…
Congratulations on the release of Kilt Worthy, Catherine. It’s lovely to have you visit today. Tell us a little about yourself and your new release.
Thanks for having me, Shelley. I can’t tell you what a thrill it is for me to be here. Let’s see, a little about me. Okay, I’m a wife a mother and a lover of all things romance. I say that a lot because it really does define me. Oh, and I’m also a ER nurse. Which means I’m very cynical and very little riles me. In fact, my children seldom run to me whining about anything unless blood is involved… a lot of blood. LOL
Kilt Worthy is my debut release, but certainly not the first thing I’ve written. In fact, it was one of the last books I subbed to date. But because this “Sexy lil’ romp” is just that, little, it was quick to go to contract. Kilt Worthy’s trailer was voted Best Trailer for the month of June with You Gotta Read Reviews first ever contest. So yeah me!!!
Here is the blurb:
Peering at the world from behind her camera lens, “Plain Jane” Parker is stunned to see a handsome hunk wearing a kilt as he confidently strolls down a busy Seattle street. Her dormant libido roars to life even before their eyes meet. Aroused and intrigued, she tosses aside her usual caution and follows when Logan MacLaren beckons for a delightfully sinful one-night stand.
Logan is an exceptionally talented lover, wielding the abundant sword he sports beneath his plaid to deliver unparalleled pleasures. He reminds her to trust her instincts after reality proves they’re a more perfect fit than either imagined.
Then Logan drops his bombshell: He’s traveled through time to find her and wants her to stay with him forever…in medieval Scotland. Did Jane just have the most erotic sex of her life with a delusional crazy man, or is it truly possible for her one-night stand to last forever?
Where did the idea for Kilt Worthy come from?
A friend of mine sent me a testosterone charged kilted picture that sparked an opening paragraph. Said paragraph grew and when I looked up all 40 pages were written. Sometimes a picture does say a thousand words. In this case 10,000 words. LoL
Your heroine is a plain Jane. How has this shaped her character?
Poor Jane has a bit of a complex. Her ex-boyfriend did a number on her confidence level with the opposite sex… so when Logan crosses her path she’s a bit taken back by his attraction. She really believes that she isn’t ‘Kilt Worthy’.
Time travel is an interesting genre. Can you tell us how your hero travels to present day Seattle and what made you choose this method of travel?
This question is a bit hard to explain. In this ‘lil romp, Logan’s ability to travel is somewhat in his blood. There are no time machines or spells moving him in and out of time. Because this erotic piece is meant to be pure fantasy, I thought it best to keep his way of time travel out of the forefront of the story. Now… in December I have a full-length time travel, Binding Vows, where the entire concept of how, why and when is a major part of the plot.
Your hero is Scottish and comes from the medieval period. Where exactly does he live and what does his home look like?
Turrets, rolling hills and maids. Not to mention sword-carrying manly-men.
What does a Scottish man wear under his kilt?
The first thing that comes to mind with this question is NOTHING… However, that might tick off men with something… so I’ll answer this with; EVERYTHING.
What is your best tip for an aspiring author seeking publication?
NEVER GIVE UP!
What is your best marketing tip for published authors?
You’re competing for the same book dollars as thousands of authors out there so be sure your name is on peoples lips. A friend told me once that your name has to sneak its way in front of a reader seven times before they’ll purchase your book. Just think of your own purchases to see if this is true. So get your name out there. Social Networks. Blogs. Loops. Chat Rooms. I’ve video blogged about this over and over so feel free to check them out on my you tube page.
Now that Kilt Worthy has hit the buy page, I’ll find out if all my efforts pan out. The bottom line tip is this… Marketing is the author’s responsibility and it is never too soon to get your name out there. Even before you’ve sold your first book so start now!
Where can we find you on the web?
I’m happy to say that if you googled Catherine Bybee you’ll find me everywhere.
I do have a website, myspace, blog, twitter, facebook and not one but two publishers.
And where can we purchase Kilt Worthy?
You can pick up Kilt Worthy at The Wild Rose Press, and for only two bucks. So please pick up a copy and let me know what you think. I look forward to hearing from readers. E-mail me with your review at catherinebybee@catherinebybee.com
CONTEST: Now… if you want to win free pdf download of Kilt Worthy, you can enter a chance to win by leaving a comment here on Shelley’s blog and sign up to receive my newsletter. Step on over to my website to sign up on my contest page and I’ll be picking a name at random by August 11th.
Thanks again for having me, Shelley.
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August 7th, 2009 at 1:15 am · Link
LOL at what a Scottish man wears under his kilt. I like the sound of EVERYTHING!!
Huge congrats on the release of Kilt Worthy, Catherine, I’m looking forward to reading it and having a peek under Logan’s kilt (did I really just admit to that?)
August 7th, 2009 at 2:14 am · Link
LOL I thought it was an important question!
Catherine – congrats on your new release. I’m looking forward to reading it!
August 7th, 2009 at 3:26 am · Link
It was a great question, Shelley! Of course Catherine’s answer, Everything! Just makes us all so interested to see under Logan’s Kilt! LOL.
Best of luck, Catherine. Kilt Worthy is a wonderful romp and everyone who buys it will love it!
August 7th, 2009 at 5:04 am · Link
Wow. Seven times, huh? I can believe that.
To help, ladies, I posted about this interview over at Win a Book. Holler if we can do anything else to help you reach that magic tipping point!
August 7th, 2009 at 6:11 am · Link
This sounds like a fun little romp – best of the luck with both the book and your career! :)
August 7th, 2009 at 7:57 am · Link
Christina: I do hope you like Logan’s ‘Everything’!!!
Shelley: Thanks again for having me today. It’s like a virtual trip to the land down under. lol
August 7th, 2009 at 8:01 am · Link
Kaye: Thank you, m’dear. I do hope everyone enjoys it.
Susan: Thank you so much for the cross promotion. I really appreciate it.
Debora: Thanks for stopping by.
August 7th, 2009 at 9:05 am · Link
Congrats on the new release! Love the cover, but they cut the picture off before we got to the really good stuff. Heh-heh!
August 7th, 2009 at 9:25 am · Link
This sounds like a great story. I love time travel, and in the last year or so I’ve gotten a Scottish hunk kick, so it’s got everything. So is Binding Vows related to this story, or about totally different characters?
August 7th, 2009 at 9:27 am · Link
Men definitely carry some of their best ASSets underneath their kilts…so I’ll have to agree with everything! Congrats on the release. Can’t wait to see what comes next!
August 7th, 2009 at 10:02 am · Link
Jody: Yeah… the cut off is a bummer. LOL
Robin: No. Binding Vows is a completely different set of characters. And although Binding Vows is spicy it isn’t erotic. Check out my book page on my website. http://www.catherinebybee.com
to read more about that series. Thanks for stopping by.
Emma: Thanks for making your way over here today. xo
August 7th, 2009 at 10:44 am · Link
He carries his package under his kilt.
good luck Catherine you go girl!
August 7th, 2009 at 10:46 am · Link
Thanks, Mary.
August 7th, 2009 at 2:12 pm · Link
WOW, WOW, What a hunk. Definitely Kilt Worthy!! I can’t wait to read the story. Congratulations Catherine.
August 7th, 2009 at 2:27 pm · Link
Catherine,
Your cover will sell the book. And I love time travels.
It sounds like your well on the way with marketing too. I think you will do great!
Autumn
2009 Golden Heart Finalist
http://www.autumnjordon.com
August 7th, 2009 at 4:00 pm · Link
Ooh Catherine, Kilt Worthy sounds like my kind of story. I love men in kilts.
Cheers
Margaret
August 7th, 2009 at 4:05 pm · Link
Mona: I hope you enjoy it.
Margaret: Logan is my kind of man!
August 7th, 2009 at 5:59 pm · Link
Great interview!
I just bought my copy of Kilt Worthy and can’t wait to read it! :)
August 7th, 2009 at 6:30 pm · Link
Ohhh, Cari. I do hope you eat it up as Jane would! Thank you so much for your support.
August 7th, 2009 at 7:12 pm · Link
Congrats, Catherine! I do love a “plain” heroine–will add this to the TBB!
August 7th, 2009 at 11:03 pm · Link
Susan – thanks for that!
August 8th, 2009 at 5:19 am · Link
Oh, those rugged romantic Scots! The highlands, the heather, the heroes…Gerard Butler. A woman can only dream (and read)!!!
August 8th, 2009 at 8:14 am · Link
I was gone most of yesterday at a piano competition with my son, but I’m following you around today, Cathy! Congratulations, again!
And hi, Shelley!
August 8th, 2009 at 9:36 am · Link
Fedora: The plain heroine often doesn’t feel she’s “worthy” which makes the hero’s job all that much harder. I hope you enjoy!
Virginia; The Scot’s don’t let you down… do they?
Helen: Thanks for the follow. And the friendship.
August 8th, 2009 at 5:07 pm · Link
Hey Cathy!
Wonderful interview and I can’t wait to get my hands on this story.
What does a Scottish man wear under his kilt? LOL reminds me of a joke I hear quite recently.
Answer: A blue ribbon.
Hah! you figure it out:)
Dayana~
August 9th, 2009 at 10:14 am · Link
Oh Dayana… You’re so bad!
Okay folks, I’m going to pick the winner of the free download of Kilt Worthy later today. If you haven’t signed up for my newsletter please do. If your e-mail address doesn’t reflect your name, please let me know so I can put your name in the pool for a winner. You can e-mail me directly at catherinebybee@yahoo.com
Thanks again for all your support and wonderful words.
August 9th, 2009 at 2:10 pm · Link
Congrats, Emma Lai. Your name was picked out of the hat by my 10 year old who keeps asking… “What is this for?” lol
Enjoy your free copy of Kilt Worthy!
Thanks again for everyone who came by.
August 10th, 2009 at 4:31 am · Link
I love time travels and I love Scotland but I’m lucky enough to live a few hours south of scotland.
Good Luck with your first book
Hugs
Hollie
xxxx