As a
reader, editor and writer of books, I’ve always found that backdrops and
settings are important to me. I’m a
lover of context—of place, time and even seasons—and also of atmosphere. When
textures and flavours, period details and neat social observations provide an
effective and rich yet unobtrusive background that tunes into the senses,
anchoring, enhancing and even explaining the characters and their storyline,
it’s such a satisfying experience.
I write
romance and I find seasons and holidays make great components in relationship
stories. Spring is for creating a fresh, blossoming romance that ends in a
wedding, while a sultry summer setting is perfect for a passionate affair. Fall acts a symbolic backdrop for
relationships that are rekindled: it’s a time of reflection or a last bout of
golden-ness as the year begins to die. While Thanksgiving, Christmas and the
New Year offer the best opportunities for getting together and the most
romantic scenes of all when it comes to proposals!
My latest
novella, Taming the Italian Bad Boy,
is set mostly in summertime on the beautiful Sorrento coast—with lots of
opportunity to explore the delicious scenery, architecture and cuisine of the
area, while also experiencing a sizzling romance under a hot sun (with a
gorgeous Italian hero for extra spice)—and it ends happily on November 5th
in England, during the traditional celebration of Bonfire Night: there are
fireworks galore!
Taming the Italian Bad Boy by Joanne Walsh is available on
digital platforms now.
1 comment:
I've read about Guy Fawkes Night in stories.
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