Yaaaay! My very first BLOG HOP! I’d like to send out a big “thank you!” to SCOTT RICHARDS for inviting me to participate.

He posted last Wednesday, the 23rd. You can find his blog here: http://www.theshroudbetween.com


 Now, it's my turn to answer these fabulous questions for y'all.


*What is the working title of your book?

 I'm actually working on releasing my novel Major Jazz in two months, but when you say "working", that means something I'm working on. Right now, I'm working on writing my first folklore called Beneath the Bayou.


* Where did the idea come from for the book?

 I would talk about Beneath the Bayou, but it's still in the developmental stages. So, I'm going to answer theses questions about Major Jazz, since that's what's coming out next for me. I am no stranger to San Francisco because that's where my mother's side of the family comes from, but I was down there having some fun with friends in the Fillmore and I got a chance to take a peak into the Fillmore Jazz District. From there, the streets gave me a story.


* What genre does your book fall under?

 Historical Fiction.


* Which actors would you choose to play your characters in a movie rendition?

Wow.... To be honest, I can see Terrence Howard playing Major Ingram. The hazel eyes and skin tone is a dead give away. Plus, he definitely has the power to do it. I can also see Idris Elba playing Frank Blue... That would be a role he would have to dig deep and I know he got it in him, for sure. I can see Journee Smollett playing Sallie Aquino because of her slanted eyes. And for Kae Taylor, I would pick KeKe Palmer because she can sing and has the essence of a teen still. But, to be honest, I would love to see a brand new line of awesome characters rock the silver screen.


* What is the one-sentence synopsis of your book?

 When love triumphs over the love of the second her, through jazz music life comes around full circle.


* Will your book be self-published or represented by an agency?

 I am the newest author of the Independent Award Winning Publisher, Peace in the Storm Publishing.


* How long did it take you to write the first draft of your manuscript?

 The very first draft took me about a year. I'm beginning to see that it really takes me a full two years from start to finish.


* What other books would you compare this story to within your genre?

 That's really tough and I really don't want to say I'm quite up there with these writing giants/geniuses yet, but if you want to look at excellent Historical Fiction novels... The Color Purple by Alice Walker, Beloved by Toni Morrison, and Sugar by Bernice L. McFadden.


* Who or What inspired you to write this book?

 My biggest inspiration that I carry with me every single day is Zora Neale Hurston. When I read her book of complete short stories, I thought to myself "How can I get back to those days?" I moved to the Fillmore for ten months and in that time, I soaked up all I could about the area.


* What else about your book might pique the reader’s interest?

 The deep history is the main part, but the love story that's entertwined is something I want readers to admire. Everyone has a fairytale ending in their dreams. I just want people to know that even when life doesn't go your way, there can be a happy ending regardless of the situation.


 ANNNND THAT'S A WRAP!!! Thank you again, Scott Richards for inviting me to play along. Those were some fun questions! Here is my contact information. Find me, follow me, talk to me!


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 Up for next Wednesday, February the 6th:

Scott Livingston

Rooster Smith

Tell Your Girl Blovel

I started a Blovel because I wanted to give my sexy readers something from me that was for entertainment purposes and also to introduce myself to those whom have never read anything I wrote before. So far, I've been getting awesome response and feedback via Twitter, Facebook, and text messages. People are loving the read. Right now, there are nineteen chapters posted. I started it on Tumblr and then moved it to wattpad, where it's easier to manuever through the chapters. I appreciate the love from everyone. Reading is sexy and take care, Niyah Moore.

PEACE IN THE STORM PUBLISHING WELCOMES NIYAH MOORE...

I’m so overjoyed to be Peace in the Storms’ newest author. Elissa has been one of those guiding forces ever since I started working with her on The Heat of the Night and Pillow Talk Duets. I’m completely ready for this new journey and I know that I can stay true to my craft without trying to sell myself short just to sell books. MAJOR JAZZ COMING SUMMER 2013 www.peaceinthestormpublishing.com

Marcus Books San Francisco

My novel Guilty Pleasures is now available at Marcus Books in San Francisco. Book signing date coming soon.

The Heat of The Night! FIRE!

The Heat of the Night anthology is creating a trailblaze. Six sirens have come together and written six short stories that will blow your mind. Authors Niyah Moore, Elissa Gabrielle, Pynk, Ebonee Monique, Lorraine Elzia, and Lalaina Knowles are definitely forces to be reckoned with. If you enjoy erotica as much as I, make sure you pick up a copy. Also available on Kindle right now. Valentine's Day will never be the same. Smooches.


www.theheatofthenight.net

Guilty Pleasures - The Novel

GUILTY PLEASURES RELEASES DECEMBER 1, 2011
Available now for pre-order.

Enter the Sugar Hill Gentleman’s Club…

Married lawyer, Hassan Walker, can’t seem to get enough of the Sugar Hill Gentlemen’s Club, as he is in love with sexy dancer, Cinnamon. Unable to shake the taunting images of her out of his head, he can’t even have sex with his own wife without envisioning Cinnamon. When he makes up in his mind to never return to Sugar Hill again, he finds out that his wife is cheating on him. He uses her affair to his full advantage taking his obsession with Cinnamon to the next level.

Roxi Walker can no longer hide the secret affair she has been having with her female boss, Dawn James. Confused and in denial about her bi-sexuality, she does everything in her power to become more discreet, but Hassan is onto her every move. Given an ultimatum to stop cheating or lose her husband for good, she tries to give Dawn up, but can’t seem to fulfill her husband’s request completely.

Jada James’ sultry alter-ego “Cinnamon” is one of the tastiest treats for any hungry man that comes down to Sugar Hill. Never having feelings for any of the men that tip her to grant their wildest fantasies, she finds that she is just as curious about Hasan as he is about her. Once she realizes Roxi is the woman her sister has been seeing, she doesn’t mind going after Hassan using every trick in her book to get him.

Horizon’s House of Fashion’s Founder, Dawn James, encourages Jada to go after Hassan so she can have Roxi all to herself. When Jada gets pregnant, that plan only brings the couple surprisingly closer. Dawn comes up with a plan B, only it’s interrupted once her other married lover, Quincy, catches wind of what she’s been up to and is more than determined to stir up trouble leaving everyone’s plan in a fatal disaster. www.nayberrypublications.com