I’m thrilled to have Larissa Ione here today. Larissa is a smart, quirky, fun-loving lady who also happens to be a terrific writer. She’s here today talking about her latest Demonica book, Ecstasy Unveiled. If you haven’t tried these sexy, paranormal treats yet, you don’t know what you’re missing.
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Beth: Welcome, Larissa! So cool that we are sharing a similar release time.
Larissa: It IS cool! I always think it’s fun to release with friends, because stressing out alone is no fun…
Beth: Tell us about something new you learned last year as a writer.
Larissa: I learned that I’m a slow writer, and no amount of pantsing, speed-writing, or fast-drafting is going to help that. I’ve just got to accept my slowness and find a way to embrace it.
Beth: You are not allowed to bow out of this part—I can’t believe how modest authors usually are, refusing to do this part!—please give us a paragraph or two from your writing of which you are particularly proud. Why do you like this portion?
Larissa: *sobs* Seriously? I can’t bow out of this? I have SUCH a hard time judging my work! I guess I’ll take a paragraph from Passion Unleashed, which I think highlight’s Wraith’s voice really well:
He’d spied the gang members earlier, had scented their aggression, their need to draw blood, and Wraith’s need to do the same stirred. Like any predator, he’d chosen his target with care. But unlike most predators, he didn’t go for the weak or the aged. Screw that. He wanted the strongest, the biggest, the most dangerous.
He liked his pint of blood with an adrenaline chaser.
Beth: *Grin* Yeah, good one. That last line is Wraith, but it’s pure Larissa as well.
What would you like people to remember about you as a writer?
Larissa: That I don’t hold back. I don’t pull punches. My writing is gritty, raw, and raunchy at times. But I also don’t take myself that seriously, and in my books you’ll find humor, camp, and over-the-top situations. That’s what makes it fun to write.
Beth: Okay, so you put me on the spot in a recent interview for your newsletter, so I’m going to ask you the same question (Oh, this is cruel to ask a writer). Which Demonica brother is your favorite?
Larissa: Oh, you ARE cruel! (It was funny when I put YOU on the spot!) Gah. Okay…I really can’t decide — I love them all for different reasons. I think Eidolon is the one I’d choose to date in real life, but Wraith is just fun. He was my favorite to write. So I’m just going to go with that for an answer. A non-answer…
Beth: Well, fair enough. An yes, it was very hard for me to choose, so I can imagine how difficult it would be for you. What new projects do you have in store for your readers?
Larissa: Well, I’m currently working on revisions to Sin Undone, which is the fifth Demonica book. I’ll also be starting work on the 6th Sydney Croft book and the first book in my new series, which is a Demonica spinoff about the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse. I can’t wait to get going on that series!
Beth: Thanks so much for joining us here today, Larissa. It’s always a pleasure.
Larissa: Back atcha! Always nice to be here, and thanks for having me! Your interview in my newsletter will be out next week. Looking forward to making fun of, er, having you! 🙂 (Readers, if you want to check out Beth in my newsletter, be sure to sign up! http://larissaione.com/blog/news/)
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Ecstasy Unveiled
January 26, 2010
Demonica Book 4
Grand Central Publishing
A Demon Enslaved…
Lore is a Seminus half-breed demon who has been forced to act as his dark master’s assassin. Now to earn his freedom and save his sister’s life, he must complete one last kill. Powerful and ruthless, he’ll stop at nothing to carry out this deadly mission.
An Angel Tempted…
Idess is an earthbound angel with a wild side sworn to protect the human Lore is targeting. She’s determined to thwart her wickedly handsome adversary by any means necessary—even if that means risking her vow of eternal chastity. But what begins as a simple seduction soon turns into a passion that leaves both angel and demon craving complete surrender.
Torn between duty and desire, Lore and Idess must join forces as they battle their attraction for each other. Because an enemy from the past is rising again—hellbent on vengeance and unthinkable destruction.
Read an Excerpt Now
Pre-Order Ecstasy Unveiled
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What fun she is.
Okay, Larissa has kindly offered to one lucky commenter a choice of one book from her backlist OR a Demonica bag if you have all her books already. The winner will be announced tomorrow morning. And remember to enter the Release Your Inhibitions Contest for a chance at a $100 gift certificate on Jan. 30! Have at it!
January 21st, 2010 at 9:04 am · Link
Hi Larissa! *waves* I was just laughing about Chris and Lore’s interview…I can’t WAIT to read Lore’s book! So far Eidolon is my fav, although I wouldn’t kick Shade or Wraith out of the bed LOL
Thanks for sharing, and thanks again Beth for this fun blog, um, continuing contest thing! hahaha
January 21st, 2010 at 9:04 am · Link
Hi Larissa *waving*
Ooh – can’t wait to get my mitts on the next book and am thrilled to hear about the spinoff series . . .
Gritty, raw, raunchy with some humor thrown in = recipe for the books I love!
Eidolon – 😉
January 21st, 2010 at 9:05 am · Link
I have to say, I have not read anything by Larissa 😥 I am going to have to remedy that, I do believe! Man do I love that cover, smoking hot!!!
January 21st, 2010 at 9:07 am · Link
Hi Larissa & Beth
I know we’re here to celebrate the Demonica series. I have all your books & I know they’re hot & popular. I’m going to dare to ask you if you will ever write another contemp. I still have a soft spot for Snowbound & it’s on my keeper shelf.
January 21st, 2010 at 9:57 am · Link
I love your books they never let you down and I can’t wait to read the next one. I loved the interview between Lore and Chris it was very funny. I love your cover it’s very drool worthy.
January 21st, 2010 at 10:03 am · Link
I cannot wait to pick this book up! I love this series!
Good luck with your new release Larissa! I would love a shot at the Demonica Bag!
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January 21st, 2010 at 10:09 am · Link
Hey Ladies!
Less than a week now until Ecstasy Unveiled. And now, a spinoff forthcoming, the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse.
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful glimpse of your passion in these mystical worlds.
January 21st, 2010 at 10:13 am · Link
I will just have to set aside some time to pick this book up and read it too.
January 21st, 2010 at 10:18 am · Link
Great interview. I’ll be at Borders bright and early Tuesday. I’ve said it so many times but I can’t wait for Lore. I’d love a chance to win the Demonica bag.
January 21st, 2010 at 10:20 am · Link
Sounds like my kind of series!
January 21st, 2010 at 10:42 am · Link
Hi Larissa. I love your Demonica series. Can’t wait to read Lore’s book.
January 21st, 2010 at 10:53 am · Link
*Waving* at Larissa!!
Great to see you at Beth’s, and a wonderful interview as always!!
*Beth please don’t enter me, I have all the books from the Demonica series and love them.*
Larissa – all best with the publication of Ecstasy Unveiled, you have written an awesome story for Lore!
L 😀
January 21st, 2010 at 10:53 am · Link
Larissa you quickly became one of my absolute fave authors!
January 21st, 2010 at 11:04 am · Link
I absolutely love this series.
I think the spin off series sounds really good and can’t wait to start reading it. 
loved reading the Wraith quote and it really does show him. 
January 21st, 2010 at 11:12 am · Link
Oh gosh… are you kidding me!!! I am in love with these men! They are all so yummy!!!
Ms. Beth, thanks for having Ms. Larissa here today!!! Great interview by the way!
Please drop my name in the hat!!!!
Have a great day!
January 21st, 2010 at 11:16 am · Link
Love your books Larissa and love the interview! I’ve had a soft spot for Desire Unchained since I’ve read it.
January 21st, 2010 at 11:54 am · Link
Hi Beth & Larissa 🙂
Thank you for the fun & informative interview.
Wow – Larissa is BUSY!
Thank you for sharing Larissa.
All the best,
RKCharron
January 21st, 2010 at 12:07 pm · Link
Eidelon is my favorite of the demonica brothers. His was the first book I read written by you which of course caused me to look for the other books and your crossover novels with Stephanie. Love these books!
January 21st, 2010 at 12:17 pm · Link
OMG, thanks everyone for stopping by! (And thanks again to Beth for having me!)
It’s so great to hear from everyone who has loved the series — the support is just amazing!
Also…the bag…there’s a pic of it over on my blog –it’s a neat black and gray tote…I use them as grocery bags! LOL
Mary…I’m so glad you enjoyed Snowbound! I’m not sure I’m going to do anything like that again soon. I would like to write a sequel with Todd, but right now I’m booked pretty solid. But I do have a story in mind for him. So maybe eventually! 🙂
January 21st, 2010 at 12:23 pm · Link
I’ve only read the first of the Demonica series but I loved it!! I can’t wait to start the rest! Have a wonderful day!
January 21st, 2010 at 12:26 pm · Link
I haven’t read any of your work yet (soon to change) but I keep hearing about your fabulousness from Stephanie Tyler (just discovered her SEAL guys myself…so apparently, I’ve been living under a rock!). Best of luck with the new release.
January 21st, 2010 at 12:27 pm · Link
love this series. I’ve heard that this is already showing up at wallyworld. I need to able overthere and see cause I don’t know if can wait till payday lol.
January 21st, 2010 at 12:31 pm · Link
😀
Larissa & Beth.
What fun to interview each other. This is the first time I’ve senn a pic. of Larissa and I must say I love your hair. I own Passion Unleashed, I saw it, the cover caught my eye, you’re a new writer for me so I’ll have to move your book up in my TBR list. Good Luck
Zina
seawitch6464@yahoo.com
January 21st, 2010 at 12:34 pm · Link
Hello,
I have not read any of the Demonica series, yet, but it sounds like a cool bunch of books. Thanks for the interview.
January 21st, 2010 at 12:47 pm · Link
I just finished Ecstasy Unveiled. Hot, hot, hot. Looking to read another of her books.
January 21st, 2010 at 12:50 pm · Link
That is so cool since I do not have book 3, oh and the new one sounds great 😀
January 21st, 2010 at 12:52 pm · Link
I cannot wait to read this series!
January 21st, 2010 at 1:12 pm · Link
Hi Larissa!
a series about the four Horsemen of the Apocalypse 😮 wow, that sounds great!! but I guess you have no publication date yet 😉 so I will enjoy your Demonica series – I read book one and was really fascinated about the world you created!
greetings, Ina
January 21st, 2010 at 1:13 pm · Link
Congrats on the release. I have been wanting to read your series and have the 3rd book, just waiting until I get the first 2 to start so I can do it in order. Thanks for sharing today.
January 21st, 2010 at 1:14 pm · Link
Another great interview Larissa! I try to read all the interviews I can just in case you let some Demonica news slip
January 21st, 2010 at 1:28 pm · Link
I am looking forward to getting into the Demonica series.
Great interview Ladies!
January 21st, 2010 at 1:29 pm · Link
Congrats on the upcoming release, Larissa. I’m also a fan of your Sydney Croft books with Steph.
January 21st, 2010 at 1:45 pm · Link
I haven’t yet had a chance to read the Demonica books, but I’ve heard great things about them and want to. This would be a great way to get me started.
January 21st, 2010 at 2:25 pm · Link
I actually found Lore 11 days before the release date and just finished him off a few days ago! I LOVE HIM! Now, cannot wait for Sin’s book! Thanks for the interview today. Was great!
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January 21st, 2010 at 2:56 pm · Link
Great interview.I have the books but have yet to read them.Bad me..lol.
please count me in for the giveaway
January 21st, 2010 at 3:25 pm · Link
Terrific interview! I have the first three Demonica books on my TBR–just need some time to get reading! 🙂
January 21st, 2010 at 3:51 pm · Link
Sign me up for that bag! Every time I look at it I will forget what I’m doing and be dreaming about a scene from one of the three books (which I own). Can’t wait for my pre-order to arrive….
January 21st, 2010 at 3:52 pm · Link
Hi Larissa,
I think you are awesome, I have yet to be able to get my hands on your books, the first book is the hardest to find without getting them online, and I would love to have the first in your serious so that I can get started with my very own Demon loving… I hope that after I finally get a chance to read your series you can come to my blog for a wonderful demon filled interview. Until then I will wait patiently, ever searching for Pleasure Unbound.
:3 Marie Francis
January 21st, 2010 at 4:35 pm · Link
This series is great; I can’t wait to read the next book.
January 21st, 2010 at 5:10 pm · Link
I have read the other books in this series and can’t wait to read this one!
January 21st, 2010 at 5:37 pm · Link
Hi Larissa!!!
I can’t wait until I have my hands on my own copy of Lore’s book!!!
I hate wishing my life away but I really do wish it was next week already!!
January 21st, 2010 at 7:24 pm · Link
I love the Demonica series and I can’t wait to read the next book!
January 21st, 2010 at 9:03 pm · Link
I adore the Demonica series and am panting to read Lore’s story!
Great to hear about the spin-off and more from the Demonica world.
January 21st, 2010 at 10:12 pm · Link
This series sounds SUPER AWESOME! No lie. Super awesome 😉
January 21st, 2010 at 11:31 pm · Link
This sounds so fun to read! Thanks for the chance to win.
January 21st, 2010 at 11:36 pm · Link
This is a great series and I can’t wait for the next installment!
January 21st, 2010 at 11:50 pm · Link
Hi beth and Larissa I love your work both of u congrats on ur upcoming and all future releases awesome interview
January 22nd, 2010 at 12:45 am · Link
Hi Beth and Larissa!
I love the Demonica series and can’t wait for the next installment!
Congrats on the new release and I love the cover!
January 22nd, 2010 at 1:59 am · Link
Oh Wow, I just bought this book but haven’t started it yet!!! Can’t wait…I know it’s gonna be a fun ride!!!
January 22nd, 2010 at 8:04 am · Link
Oh Oh Oh I hope I am not too late! Congratulations on the new release and even though I jumped in the middle, I loved Desire Unchained!