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Laura Moore
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What do you find romantic? I think about the most romantic thing I know is seeing a couple who've been married for years taking a walk together at dusk and holding hands. There's something incredibly moving about two people who still take the time to share special moments with each other, who continue to find joy in each other's company. Why do you like reading and writing romance? I love reading romances that bring together two strong and compelling characters, then watching the sparks fly as they struggle with their growing attraction. I don't think I will ever tire of watching two people fall in love. I think romances are a wonderful and important antidote to the craziness and horror that surrounds us in the world today. There are many different types of romance novels to enjoy, and yet, at their core, they share a vital message. They remind us of what really matters: finding one's love and building a lasting relationship with that special person.I write romances because I love "love" stories. It's that simple. I'm fascinated by the challenge of charting the oftentimes circuitous course my heroine and hero take as they follow their hearts, and I adore describing what makes my characters feel that first thrilling 'zing' of excitement and attraction. Sometimes I feel like a cheerleader on the sidelines, urging them on until they figure it all out. Your novels are both entertaining and educational. As a writer, how do you go about weaving the educational aspects into your story? What a lovely thing to say! As a romance writer, I hope my books Share how you go about conducting your research for your stories? I read voraciously. I get ideas from newspaper articles, magazines, non-fiction, and history. That's often my first step. Then I go to the library and start doing background research. I also use the Internet but more sparingly, as in the beginning stages I've found that I frequently waste tons of time sorting through entries that don't really have what I'm looking for. If I go to a book, I can tell in thirty seconds flat if it will be useful. Once I have a basic knowledge of what I'm after, I talk to as many people as I can. I've always been amazed at how open and generous people are in helping me with my research. I've talked to trainers, riders, breeders, marine biologists, venture capitalists, artists, and gallery owners. It's a blast once you get past the worry of sounding like an ignoramus.What characteristics do you like to give your heroes and heroines? Strong, fun and generous..basically people you'd like to kick back and have a couple of beers with. Oh, and the guys are incredibly sexy.What influenced you to write the novels you have published to date? It's funny but my characters and their stories just seem to come into my head. When I try to pinpoint the source, I guess what's important to me is finding ways to show how my characters care--for each other and for the world.
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are more entertaining than educational, but it's true, I do try to make my
stories informative. As I have to live with my characters until the end of the
book, it's a lot more fun if their everyday lives and occupations are
interesting and meaningful. I guess it's because in real life as well as fiction
I'm fascinated by what people choose to do in the world--what it is they're
involved in, what they're passionate about. So in all my novels I like to create
opportunities where I can show that aspect of my