Novel Thoughts is excited to welcome JD Tyler to the blog today! As many of you know, JD writes dark, sexy paranormal romance, and her alter-ego, Jo Davis, writes steamy contemporaries. As JD, her series ALPHA PACK is about a yummy group of former Navy SEALs who are shifters with Psy abilities, and their job is to apprehend the world’s most lethal human and non-human predators. The second book of her series, SAVAGE AWAKENING, hit shelves last week!
JD’s Bio:
J.D. Tyler, who also writes as Jo Davis, is a bestselling, multi-published author whose titles include the Alpha Pack series and The Firefighters of Station Five series. A multiple finalist for the Colorado Romance Writers Award of Excellence, she has also received the HOLT Medallion Award of Merit, and has twice been nominated for the Australian Romance Readers Award in romantic suspense.
J.D. writes dark, sexy paranormal romance and has a huge thing for shifters, vampires, the Fae, and just about everything else that goes bump and grind in the night. She can’t get enough of those dangerous supernatural heroes, and the fun of creating her own was just too much temptation to resist… so she didn’t. J.D. doesn’t do self-denial.
When she isn’t writing, J.D.’s idea of a good time certainly isn’t cleaning house (sniff), bungee jumping (not in this lifetime, or the next), or camping (her idea of “roughing it” is a slow bellboy). She enjoys reading, being pampered like the diva she is, and spending time with her awesome family. J.D. lives in Texas with her two teenagers. Visit her website at www.JDTyler.com.
Now let’s find out the lowdown on JD, SAVAGE AWAKENING, the ALPHA PACK, and what she’s got coming our way in the next few months. JD, welcome to Novel Thoughts. Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to sit down and talk with me about your new book and what’s next for the Alpha Pack.
JD: Hi, Fatin and everyone! Thanks for inviting me for a visit today!
Fatin: It’s our pleasure. Shall we begin?
JD: I’m ready when you are!
Q1) Will you tell us about your typical writing day?
JD: I get up by 7:30 or 8, get coffee, check email and answer correspondence. Then I reread what I’ve written the day before to get me into the groove. Then I write, write, write! I’m usually done by 4 in the afternoon because my brain is tired.
Q2) If you could pick one author who’s your greatest guilty pleasure to read, who would it be?
JD: Just one? Well, that’s hard. But if I must choose, it will have to be Jim Butcher’s Dresden Files series. Harry Dresden is a master wizard/private investigator who’s always in some sort of danger or trouble, and it doesn’t hurt that he’s a hunk with a sense of dark humor. These books are like a chocolate martini—smooth, flavorful, and oh so intoxicating.
Q3) I hear you actually write under 3 pseudonyms. Care to tell us a little about that? Isn’t that difficult to keep straight?
JD: In addition to writing paranormal as JD Tyler, I write contemporary/romantic suspense as Jo Davis, and paranormal erotica as Jo Carlisle. My newest Jo Carlisle release is TEMPTATION AT TWILIGHT, which is book 1 of the Lords of Pleasure vampire series, and is very erotic. (Available on Kindle, Nook, etc.) Book 2, DESIRE AFTER DARK, is scheduled for release in August. Honestly, my job isn’t as hard as it sounds writing-wise when it comes to balancing the 3 names. I work on one book at a time, and all of my focus is on that story and those characters at the moment.
Q4) Let’s talk books… Please Describe SAVAGE AWAKENING briefly for our readers.
JD: Aric Savage is the snarky redheaded wolf shifter who was taken prisoner by Orson Chappell’s evil minions at the end of PRIMAL LAW. Aric is suffering brutal experiments in the name of creating a breed of super-shifter soldiers and is losing hope for a rescue. Along comes liberation in the form of his team…and a gorgeous LAPD cop named Rowan Chase, who has joined the team in hopes of finding her missing brother and Alpha Pack member, Micah. She finds a lot more than she bargained for…
Q5) Tell us a little more about Aric. Since PRIMAL LAW, your readers have been waiting for his story!
JD: Aric is a wisecracking smartass with a bit of a temper, and loves to harass the guys. He’s a Firestarter/Telekentic, so he torch stuff, or move it at will. He’s got a big heart under his prickly surface, and he’s about to meet his match in one tough, streetwise LAPD cop… So far, I’ve had great feedback from readers who love him as much as I do!
Q6) It looks like BLACK MOON is up next, which is Book 3 in your Alpha Pack series. Would you like to share a little with us?
JD: BLACK MOON is the full-length book featuring our Sorcerer/black panther/Necromancer Kalen Black and Dr. Mackenzie Grant, the lady who’ll eventually be his Bondmate. (Their story began in the novella, BLACK MAGIC) Kalen’s mind is slowly being taken over by a lethal enemy who wants to harness his power. Mac and the team will have to either save Kalen or execute him…before he destroys them all. The book releases on December 4 and promises to be explosive!
Q7) A birdie told me that you just sold books 4 and 5 of the Alpha Pack series to your publisher! Congrats! Care to tell us a bit about those?
JD: Thank you! I’m thrilled to be able to continue with the series! Book 4 is tentatively titled HUNTER’S MOON, and all I’m saying right now is that it’s a “Predator” story… the scariest monster of all is the one you can’t see…
Q8) That sounds so exciting! Do you have any idea who will get Book 5 after Ryon?
JD: Thanks, I hope readers love Ryon as much as I do. J I do know who gets Book 5, but I want to keep the suspense going a little longer. (evil grin)
Q9) Do you have a favorite Alpha Pack member? If so, who & why?
JD: It’s so hard to pick a favorite among these guys! They’re all sexy and loveable in their own way, and they’re all different, appealing to a woman’s various tastes in men. But Kalen is my favorite right now. He’s magnetic and so different, with his kohl-rimmed jade eyes, black nail polish and black rock-star hair. But he’s also very deeply hurt, lost and damaged, having been thrown out of his home at age 14 to survive on the streets. Mac is going to have to be a special woman to get through to him, and show him how to love.
Q10) Can you tell us what you are currently working on and what’s next?
JD: Right now I’m working on BLACK MOON, which is due to my editor soon. Then I’ll be working on Book 1 of my new series SUGARLAND BLUE, being written as Jo Davis, which is a spinoff of my FIREFIGHTERS OF STATION FIVE series and stars the Sugarland Police Dept. Book 1 (title TBA) is Detective Shane Ford’s story, and I’m so happy to get started! My readers have been requesting his book for some time and I can’t wait.
Fatin/Novel Thoughts: That’s so exciting! I’m sure your readers are anxious to get their hands on your scrumptious Sugarland police officers! Again a BIG thank you to JD for stopping by and sharing her newest book and great news.
JD: Thank you again for inviting me!
Fatin: JD, What do you say we give the readers a chance to win SAVAGE AWAKENING?
JD: Sounds great! I’m giving away a signed copy, so good luck, readers!
Congrats on the release!!
I saw the books, I think two weeks ago for the first time and I couldn’t get it out of my mind since then. It really sounds interesting and I can’t wait to read it. A few days ago I’ve ordered book #1, so I can read this one first. I absolutely love your books as Jo Davis and I’m really curious about your paranormal romances 🙂
I would love to read SAVAGE AWAKENING thank you. It looks amazing.
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This is a series I have never heard of before. It sounds like something I would really enjoy. Thanks for the interview and giveaway. jepebATverizonDOTnet
I love finding new authors to read!
Melanie,
Thank you so much! I’m glad you’ve enjoyed my firemen and I hope you love the Alpha Pack as well!
Happy Reading!
Mary,
I hope you enjoy Aric’s story! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
Mathlady,
I hope you love the Pack! Thanks for stopping by!
Sarah,
Should you decide to give the Alpha Pack a try, I hope you love them as much as I do! Thanks for coming by!
Great interview. Can not wait to get into this series. I have the first one, although just haven’t had time to read it yet. Must move it up higher in the tbr pile. So looking forward to the next installment.
Thanks for the giveaway,
Elizabeth Gray
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Thanks for the great interview. Can’t wait to read this book. It sounds awesome.
Joanne B
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Enjoyed this interview. I didn’t know she wrote under different pen names. I’ve read all Jo Davis’ Firefighter of Station Five. Will now looking into her other books, can’t wait. Thanks for the giveaway.
I love the Alpha Pack books and can’t wait to read the lastest release, congrats on that and 2 more books being added to the series! I didn’t know about the other series until recently and I’ll be checking them out too. Thanks for the giveway! lfacchini(at)tampabay(dot)rr(dot)com
Love the giveaway.
These look great. I’ve seen reviews of Primal Law and Savage Awakening looks like it’s an intense read too. Thank you for the interview and giveaway.
What a great interview! I love the Alpha Pack series and I would love to win.
This series looks great, love the covers of the books. This is a new author for me and would love to win and read this book. Thanks for the giveaway.
Navy Seals and shifters?? What’s not to love? I love your Jo Davis books, so I know I’ll love these too!! Can’t wait to get started on them – please enter me. Thanks for this great giveaway.
I have enjoyed your Jo Davis books… have to admit that I did not know about your JD Tyler books… I really have to get my hands on them… they sound like a welcomed addition to my TBR pile!
I have not read any of your books yet, but I love paranormals so I would love to read this. I am always eager to find new to me authors to read.
Hi, Jo! I’m a little behind with your other personas–eek! At least I know this way there’s some great reading ahead of me 🙂 Congrats on the Alpha Pack stories, and woohoo on the upcoming Sugarland ones!
Sounds like an amazing series. Thanks for the contest.
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Good interview. Love reading about authors,their schedule and their take on things.
Elizabeth,
I hope you enjoy PRIMAL LAW and the rest of the Pack! Thanks for coming by!
Joanne,
I hope you love Aric’s story! Thanks for stopping by!
Susan,
I guess that’s my best kept secret–readers are still discovering I’m the author of the Station Five series. I’m glad you’ve enjoyed them and I hope you love the Pack, too! Thanks for coming by!
Laurie,
Thanks so much! I’m glad you’re enjoying the Alpha Pack! I hope you love my Station Five boys, too. Thanks for stopping by!
Michelle,
I love giveaways too! I find great readers that way! I love to try new-to-me series! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
Jovial,
Should you give the Pack a try, I hope you love them! Thanks for coming by!
Chris,
My cover art folks do a super job, don’t they? Wait until you guys see the cover for BLACK MOON–it’s the best cover I’ve ever had! Will share when the date is a little closer. Thanks for stopping by!
Martha,
Thanks so much! I’m happy you’ve enjoyed my Jo Davis books, and I hope you love the Pack, too! Thanks for coming by!
Colleen,
Thank you! I’m so happy you’ve enjoyed the Station Five books! I hope you enjoy the Alpha Pack too! I love when I find an author who has several books out. It’s reading heaven! Thanks for coming by. 🙂
June,
I love finding new authors, too, especially when the series is already in progress and I have more than 1 to look forward to. I hope you love the Alpha Pack! Thanks for stopping by!
Flchen,
Yes, there are plenty of readers still finding all my books under the different names! I’m a busy author. I hope you enjoy the Pack! Thanks for stopping by!
Jennifer,
Thanks! I hope you love the Pack! Thanks for stopping by! 🙂
Eileen,
I’m glad you liked the interview! I hope you enjoy the series, should you give it a try. Thanks tor coming by!
Looks like lots of great reads for me to add to my wishlist! Great interview!
I enjoyed the interview and the chance to learn more about JD Tyler’s books. I’m looking forward to reading the Alpha Pack series.
Great interview congrats on your release .I cant wait to read these they sound fantastic definately must reads for me .Thank you for the chance to win your book.Have a great week
Thanks for the giveaway. I would love to read your books. They sound very good.
OMG! I read the first paragraph and was hooked!! Seals that are shifters??? Could it get any better? Genius, JD!
I have added this series to the top of my TBR.
Congrats on your new and upcoming releases.
How long does it usually take you to write a book?
Thank you for the giveaway.
This book sounds great. I havent yet read any books by JD Tyler or Jo Davis but I will remedy this super fast…I do want to know, how did you come up for the idea for the story on Savage Awakening ?
Enjoyed reading the interview.Love the covers.i’m looking forward to reading Savage Awakening. And your new spin off series.
I love the Firefighters of Station Five so much that there is no way I will miss this new series. I am such a sucker for shifters…
Thank you for filling us in on the characters – they sound awesome.
Three of my favorite things; A new series, shifters and Seals. Bring it on.
Okay, I’m back and I still need to read you as JD Tyler. Trust me, I’ve head slapped myself over not realizing that you wrote as JD. I still can not get enough of Station 5. One of my all time favorite series of books period.
Marika
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This sounds awesome! And im loving the cover! Im a shifter fanatic! I cant wait to read this! Thanks for sharing! And for the giveaway! Definitely keeping my fingers and toes crossed! 😀
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Sounds fantastic! Wonderful interview!
Wow, I so love those covers! Give me a half naked man with a tattoo any day 🙂 Thanks for the interview ladies, I enjoyed reading it.
Thanks for the interesting interview. The story looks great.
Great interview! All the books sound very good.
Great interview .Have a fantastic weekend
Wow you can’t miss in my world of book reading when you combine Navy SEALs who are shifters with Psy abilities!!! I’ve got to get this book. Winning it would be even better! Your books sound fantastic 🙂
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Ok I just read your contest rules posted on your site and in case my comment will be deleted for posting my email (even with words and spaces) I will repeat it here again for the contest entry because I’d really like to win her book 🙂
Wow you can’t miss in my world of book reading when you combine Navy SEALs who are shifters with Psy abilities!!! I’ve got to get this book. Winning it would be even better! Your books sound fantastic
Congrats on the release!! Sounds great I am looking forward to picking up a copy.