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EDC Creations Virtual Book Tour Showcase was created as a home for authors on virtual book tours. EDC Creations hopes to introduce readers to new and exciting books and the authors who create them. Meet the authors on tour here.

Explore our site to meet authors on book tours and our virtual tour partners as well. You will meet people from all walks of life who support literacy and quality books. Share with us all of your favorite books, poetry, plays and offer the authors some insider information. If you would like to become one of our virtual tour partners, feel free to mail the founder, Ella Curry, with your request. We are searching for blogs, websites and radio shows that will support our authors, while meeting others who love books too. Email Ella at: elladcurry@edc-creations.com

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Give the Gift of Knowledge Tour Featured Authors



Pamela Samuels Young Crime/Legal Thriller; Legal Suspense
http://www.blackpearlsmagazine.com/pamelasyoung.htm
ISBN-10: 0981562701
ISBN-13: 978-0981562704

Pat G'Orge Walker Christian Fiction; Faith-basedhttp://www.blackpearlsmagazine.com/patwalker.htm
ISBN-10: 0758235402
ISBN-13: 978-0758235404

Azarel Comtemporary Fiction with Urban flava
http://www.blackpearlsmagazine.com/azarellcb.htm
ISBN-13: 9781934230671

Monique Mensah Dramatic Fiction
http://www.blackpearlsmagazine.com/moniquemensah.htm
ISBN-13: 9780578023489

Martha A. Taylor Historical Fiction; Multi-cultural Romance
http://www.blackpearlsmagazine.com/marthataylor.htm
ISBN-10: 1432734717
ISBN-13: 978-1432734718

Sherryle K. Jackson Christian Fiction
http://www.blackpearlsmagazine.com/sherrylejackson.htm
ISBN-10: 1601629354
ISBN-13: 978-1601629357

Melesia Betts Personal Memoir
http://www.blackpearlsmagazine.com/meleisabetts.htm
ISBN-13: 9780615290508

Lynne Forde Comtemporary Fiction with Urban flava
http://www.blackpearlsmagazine.com/lynneforde.htm
ISBN-10: 1604023783
ISBN-13: 978-1604023787

Patricia Bridewell Christian Fiction; Faith-basedhttp://www.blackpearlsmagazine.com/patriciabridewell.htm
ISBN-13: 9780977939862

Keya Franklin Comtemporary Fictionhttp://www.blackpearlsmagazine.com/keya.htm
ISBN-13: 9781434393913

Electa Rome Parks Mystery; Erotic Suspense
http://www.blackpearlsmagazine.com/electarparks.htm
ISBN-10: 160162199X
ISBN-13: 978-1601621993

Loretta Faith Harris Motivational
http://www.blackpearlsmagazine.com/lorettaharris.htm
ISBN-10: 0978668154
ISBN-13: 978-0978668150

Each week EDC Creations will sponsor bookclub chats, live readings
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discussions, and radio shows that deliver the best our writers have
to offer. All we ask is that the readers of the world spread the
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If you would like to spotlight this author on your blog, website,
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Meet Bestselling Author Francis Ray


One Night with You by Francis Ray
New York Times bestselling author Francis Ray continues her captivating series about the Grayson family and their circle of friends with One Night With You, as two people with no plans for romance find themselves blindsided by desire…


Latest Release: One Night with You
November 03, 2009
Series: Grayson Friends Series
ISBN-13: 9780312365066
ISBN-10: 0312365063


When you first started writing, did you think you would ever write as many books as you have and have such a loyal following? Did you know this would become a "business venture" for you?
Francis: I had no idea I would write this many book or have such a loyal following when I started writing. I simply keep trying to write the best book possible, and was blessed to find an editor who kept buying my books. Yes, I always knew that you had to take the business side of writing seriously to stay in this industry for years. It requires a great business head for book promotions and even more professionalism to handle the contracts.


What has been the best and the worst experience you've had on your literary journey?
Francis: The best is after I sold my first book, I've never had a book that was rejected. The worst was walking away from one publisher and unsure if I'd find another publishing house that wanted my books. Scary. Scary.


How long does it take you to write a novel?
Francis: The time frame differs. I wrote ONE NIGHT WITH YOU, my November 03, release in 3 months. IT HAD TO BE YOU, Book #4 in the Grayson Friends series, and the last book I wrote took six weeks.

Have you always wanted to be a writer?
Francis: No, the writing bug didn't hit me until I read SHANNA by Katherine Woodewiss. By her third book I knew I wanted to write similar books. The difference was I wanted people of color to take center stage.

How did you get started writing?
Francis: I joined my local chapter of Romance Writers of America, North Texas Romance Writers of America. I'm proud to say I won the first service award, The Yellow Rose. The friendships and mentors were invaluable. I can honestly say that without them I would not be published now.

Do you remember the very first story you ever wrote? What age were you when you wrote it? Was it romance even then?
Francis: I had no idea I wanted to write until Woodewiss' third book. The first story I wrote was Wife For Hire for Black Romance. I was an adult.

Since romance novels have a pretty set formula that they follow, how difficult do you find it to continue to write stories that will make loyal romance readers overlook that aspect of the book? Francis: The only set formula I can see is that hero and heroine are at odds, but by the end of the story they're in love and the writer has tested that love so the reader knows that whatever happens in their lives their love is strong enough to endure. I'd say the possibilities are endless. My plotting skills, not the parameters, is the challenge I face.

Several romance authors have ventured into writing in other genres such as mystery, etc. Have you ever considered taking that step also?
Francis: I wanted to write Christian fiction and was blessed to have been given that opportunity when Harlequin publishes, HOW SWEET THE SOUND. I've thought of writing young adult but I haven't gotten past three pages.

What is your favorite part of the writing process?
Francis: The actual writing is probably my favorite part. Starting a new book is always scary. I plot slow. And despite my best intention, I always have loads of research on my character's profession, the setting, even the cars they drive..

What is the hardest part of writing for you?
Francis: I guess the hardest part of writing is plotting. If I can't see it, no matter how wonderful the story might be, I can't write it.

What challenges have you faced in your literary journey? How did you overcome them?
Francis: Probably the biggest challenge in my literary journey was finding a publisher who wanted to publish African-American romances. Then, when I did find a publisher, distribution was spotty at best. If the book did make it to an outlet, the challenge was getting readers not to think the book was badly written because it was written by an African-American. I overcame the challenge by continuing to write and believing that I had a story to tell that people wanted to read.

What are your best and worst experiences as a writer?
Francis: The best is after I sold my first book I have never had a book that was rejected. The worst was walking away from one publisher and unsure if I'd find another publishing house that wanted my books. Scary. Scary.

What is the one thing that has surprised you the most during your writing career?
Francis: That people think all published authors are wealthy.

What authors influence your work?
Francis: Katherine Woodewiss, Elizabeth Lowell, Amanda Quick, and Nora Roberts.

What are you currently working on?
Francis: I'm working on BECAUSE OF YOU, Book # 6 in the Grayson Friends series.


How may we contact you online?
Website: www.francisray.com
Blogspot: www.francisrayblog.com
Myspace: myspace.com/francisray
Fanclub: readersoffrancisray@yahoogroups.com


Pick up a copy at Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/One-Night-You-Grayson-Friends/dp/0312365063/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1256167034&sr=8-1

Pick up a copy at Barnes and Noble
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/One-Night-with-You/Francis-Ray/e/9780312365066/?itm=3

One Night with You by Francis Ray
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Give the Gift of Knowledge Literary Tour



Give the Gift of Knowledge Spring 2009 Literary Tour
Chat room available for group discussions
Main tour site: http://edccreationsbooktours.ning.com
Ella Curry, Event Organizer: elladcurry@edc-creations.com

Authors On Tour

Patricia A. Bridewell author of Reflections of a Quiet Storm
Website: www.patriciabridewell.com

Lynne Forde author of Lies of Blue
Saffyre Entertainment Inc.
Website: www.liesofblue.com or www.saffyre.us

John R. Williams- The Author
Website: www.theauthor.us

Michael Taylor author of A New Conversation with Men
Website: http://www.anewconversationwithmen.com">http://www.anewconversationwithmen.com

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New Book! Carbon Copy by Essence Magazine Bestseller- Azarel

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Reflections Of A Quiet Storm

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Author on Tour: Ashes, Ashes, They All Fall Down by Anita Ballard-Jones

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Book Release Party Trice Hickman June 23, 2009!

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Business Spotlight: Jesus Never Fails (JNF) Enterprises

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Author Keya's Online Media Kit: When Lightning Strikes 1 Reply

Book: When Lightning Strikes ISBN#: 9781434393913 Author: Keya; Location: Texas Email: wlstrikes@yahoo.com Author Website: www.keyalit.com Synopsis: Taylor is on the road to happiness and succe...

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When Lightning Strikes Reader's Guide

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Meet author Keya; Book: When Lightning Strikes

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Meet Patricia A. Bridewell author of Reflections of a Quiet Storm

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