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~ Kaycee M Jett ~

I have always been an avid reader and I like to read everything I can get my hands on. I have always enjoyed spinning tales as well. After years and years of deliberation, pushing and shoving from my best friend, I finally submitted my first story to Forbidden Publications in a contest. My book "The Ordinary Housewife" won the contest and was released December 22, 2006.

I am currently working on several other stories at the moment. I am currently working on a Paranormal Romance, a Historical Romance as well as one set in the Renaissance Era. This one should prove to be very interesting. I intend to widen my scope of writing to include not only romance but to the realm of fantasy, thriller and suspense. Of course, there will be romance in there... How can there not be?
 

Thank you for joining us today Kaycee. Could you briefly tell us a little bit about yourself?

First, I'd like to say thank you for this wonderful opportunity to speak with you today. I was born and raised in central Georgia but now live in Mississippi with my wonderful husband and my beautiful family. Here in Mississippi my imagination runs as wild and free as the deer in my backyard. I am an avid reader and I love to read everything that I can get my hands on. I have always dabbled at writing, mainly children's books and young pre-teen romances and I had rather big dreams and ambitions to be a great writer. At the urging and constant prodding by my best friend, I finally got the nerve to submit a short story to Forbidden Publications.

Your writing career took off when you were selected as a winner in a short story contest. Can you tell us about your emotions when you discovered that you were a winner?

After I entered the contest at Forbidden Publication, I anxiously awaited the announcement of the winners. I do believe that it was the longest wait that I have ever endured in my life. I was on pins and needles and I chewed my nails down to the nub until Forbidden Publications sent me an email letting me know that my story had been chosen. I was so excited and couldn't wait to tell my best friend and my family. It was one of my biggest dreams come true. I'd like to thank Forbidden Publications for taking a chance on this new author.

In "The Ordinary Housewife", you write about one woman's desire to prove to her husband that she is more than just his wife. She wishes to be regarded as his lover. Do you think that this is a situation that a lot of readers will be able to relate to?

Most definitely. I think that there are many women out there that feel like they are being taken for granted by their significant other. I think that most women could take the bull by the horns and reclaim the excitement in their lives with a little encouragement.

You mention on your website that you have a very supportive friend, who has been instrumental in your career as an author. But how have your family reacted to your new status as an author?

My family is very supportive about my writing. I do have to admit though that my husband has never read anything I have written. He jokingly comments that he can retire when I've sold a million books. My older children give me constant encouragement and my husband provides the inspiration. I have a great support network. I couldn't be who I am without them.

I see that you enjoy reading paranormal stories and indeed, are working on one of your own at the moment. Could you tell us a little bit about it?

Sure, I'd love to. Right now, I am working on a paranormal romance I have entitled "Angelina's Tears". My hero (no name chosen at the moment) is a ghost. He is forever trapped within the pages of an old parchment and lost between realms. Angelina is a physic and unknowingly has the power to release him from his cursed life.

Are you able to share with us the Historical Romance that you are also working on?

This story is called "Aria's Way" and is set back in the late 1800's. Aria is a young girl who is vacationing with her family. While on vacation, she meets the man of her dreams. He is a half-breed and she is in an arranged marriage. This story will take you on an epic journey of betrayal, love and passion.

Do you put anything of yourself into your characters and if so, which one is most like yourself?

I am glad that you asked me this question. As a matter of fact, I do put a lot of myself into the stories I write. This way, I can relate to the heroine and I feel like it makes my story more credible and have more heart.

You seem to be a very busy woman right now, Kaycee. Are you able to keep a happy medium or do you find yourself writing at night, when the family have gone to bed?

You are right. I do stay busy in my life. I have a full time job, a husband, small children and a home to care for. I write when the mood strikes me. I carry around a small tape recorder with me where ever I go so that if an idea comes to me, I can record it at the moment then write them out at my leisure.

What is the most surprising thing you have learnt about yourself, on becoming a writer?

Hummmm... the most surprising think I have learned about myself is self-expression and not being "bashful" when I write. I never knew that I could write romance especially erotica. Romance to me is a state of mind and an adventure for the heart. When I write, I envision the scene before me and if I like the way it plays out in my mind, then I write it out. Self-expression is a must in writing romance.

Who has been the biggest influence in your life, as far as your writing is concerned?

I can't say that one person has influenced me more than the other. My best friends give me the confidence and moral support that I need. My husband is my rock and my guinea pig. When I envision certain things in my stories, my husband is there for my inspiration. My family is my cheering squad and they let me know that they are proud of me. I have the best support system in the world.

What is the most valuable piece of advice that you have ever been given?

I have been given so much wonderful advise over the years that it will be hard to pick just one today. If I did, it would be to Live life today as if it were your last, love with all of your heart, laugh with every breath you take and dance as if no one were watching. Apply this to your life everyday and keep in mind that life is short. Never give up on your dreams. They do come true.

As an author, what are your hopes and aspirations for the next twelve months?

I sincerely hope to have two (2) of my books that I am working on accepted for publication. I am working on a third idea at the moment as well but it is still in the rough stages.

Thank you for sharing with us today Kaycee. May I take this opportunity to wish you lots of success in the future.

Thank you very much for this fantastic opportunity to share myself with the readers.

Interview conducted by Deborah Kimpton
February 2007
Sensual Reads & Reviews



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