Quick Six with Allison Brennan
Please welcome New York Times bestselling author, Allison Brennan!!! Allison is one of those fabulous 
people who is not only amazingly talented, but incredibly nice! Every time I see her name hit the New York Times list, I’m thrilled, because she always deserves every accolade she receives. Not only is Allison’s 15th book, LOVE ME TO DEATH, on the shelves, but she has a new e-only novella, LOVE IS MURDER, that you have to check out!!
Plotter or Pantzer?
Organic Writer. I hate the word pantzer. I don’t plot, hate plotting, won’t plot, and everyone is just going to have to accept it. How the hell am I supposed to know what happens in the book before I write it?Champagne or beer?
Can I say both? It depends on my mood. Hot summer days watching baseball? Beer. Parties with good friends at the house? Champagne. And of course, margaritas are good any time!Clean or cluttered?
Cluttered. As I’ve told people who wrinkle their nose at my messy desk, “An empty desk is a sign of an empty mind.” If that is in fact true, my mind is overflowing!Ocean or mountain?
Mountain. I love the ocean–to look at from the top of a mountain. I love the trees, the paths, the crisp, cold air, the sounds of leaves and small critters and birds and most of all, no distractions!Bath or shower?
Bath! There is nothing better than a hot, scented bath with a good book and a glass of wine (or champagne!) Alone. Door locked. Kids sent to the movies with the husband. When I want peace and quiet, I want everyone gone.
Cop or Firemen?
I actually had to think about this, because I always thought I preferred firemen . . . except, I’ve never written a fireman hero, and I’ve written a whole lotta cop heros. So I’ll have to say cops. Like U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens (JUSTIFIED). Or Detective John Stone (DETROIT 1-8-7). Or Peter Bishop (FRINGE). (Ok, he’s not a cop, but he works with them!)Thanks to the gorgeous and gracious Tawny for having me today! I’m celebrating the release of LOVE ME TO DEATH, my 15th romantic thriller. I just found out that it hit #20 on the New York Times list, so maybe that’s why I picked champagne today
So to celebrate, I’m giving away a $20 gift card to your favorite on-line bookstore (Amazon, BN or Borders!)
New York Times and USA Today bestseller Allison Brennan is the author of thirteen novels and three short stories. A former consultant in the California State Legislature, she lives in Northern California with her husband Dan and their five children.
Hi Tawny and Allison! I have to admit I haven’t read one of your books yet Allison, but now I really want too! I have been introduced to so many new and wonderful authors lately that me TBR list gets longer and longer every day. My hubby told me the other day that I’m gonna need a library just for myself if I continue buying books, lol!
Have a wonderful day!!!
Thanks Alina! I write pretty dark romantic suspense
The good news is that I found out yesterday that LOVE ME TO DEATH has now enjoyed 4 weeks on the NYT list! . . . Thank you so much Tawny for having me here today. You’re just as nice as you say I am!
Congrats on a Top 20. I’m seeing your name all over the place.
I hope that’s a good thing! LOL. I haven’t had a book out in 6 months, so I’m spending more time online than I normally do. Well . . . maybe not. Maybe I always spend too much time online!
Hey there! I’m sorry to say I’ve never heard of you or your books before, Allison. Thank you, Tawny, for bringing this author to my/our attention! I look forward to checking out your books in the near future, Allison.
Five children? My hat is off to you, young lady! I wanted four and my husband wanted zero; we have two (now young adults) and everyone is fine with that. As long as they’re healthy, right (and even if they aren’t, they are still a blessing)?
Have a great day today, ladies, and thanks for sharing the love.
15th romantic thriller, Major congrats and on the news of it hitting #20 on the New York Times list!!! Wonderful news!
Thanks Colleen!
Congrats on your new release! Your book covers do scream “thriller” and I like their layout. I also agree with you on the margaritas!
I love what I write–I call them romantic thrillers because they’re really focused on the suspense/thrills but I always have a strong relationship in the story. For LMTD, I have two characters who launched my Lucy Kincaid series, so I’ll be spending a lot of time with Sean and Lucy.
I think I will have a glass of champagne with you!
Congrats on your success!
Happy weekend, everyone!
Thanks Cheryl! I’ll be at a volleyball tournament (me and my laptop!) for my oldest daughter, I’ll definitely need a drink tomorrow night!
Congrats on making it on the New York Times list at #20! That’s fabulous!
Hi Allison. Congratulations on reaching #20 on the New York Times list. That’s wonderful. I am so happy for you. Wishing you many more sales.
I love the internet. I am constantly discovering new things – most especially new authors! Congrats on reaching #20 on the NY Times list. That’s amazing and exciting!
Congrats Allison I have heard soo much about your books I have them added to my must have list I do love romance and of course add suspense and a thriller YAY
Have Fun
Helen
Congratulations on your 15th romantic thriller and reaching #20 on the NYT list Allison!
Congrats on hitting the NYT bestseller list. I love margaritas, too.
Congrats on reaching #20 on the NYT list, that’s just awesome. Loved your quick six answers. Can’t wait to read your newest! Keep up the wonderful job you are doing with your books.
Hi Allison
I’m so happy you’re here visiting today! Thank you – and congratulations on your fabulous hit to the NYT (again *g*) Can you share a little about your latest books?
Congrats on your accomplishment of hitting the best sellers list! That’s a great way to start the weekend. And since my first crush was on Johnny Gage from the show Emergency! I’ll definitely choose fire dudes to drool over. But it’s definitely a close call.
Congratulations on getting to #20 on the NYT list. Loved your answers, especially the one about plotting
Wow, Allison! Congrats on your #15 hitting #20! May your numbers keep rising
Very fun answers–and hey, I’m a bit cluttered myself 
Love that I’m in such distinguished company!
I can’t wait to read Love Me To Death and Love Is Murder looks good too.