Tuesday, December 5, 2017

Interview & Giveaway with Shyla Colt, author of Witch for Hire


Now available to purchase on Kindle is the urban fantasy Witch for Hire by Shyla Colt!

Young, terrified, and bound to a vampire, Louella Eschete fled the bayou and swore off magic. Years later, she’s returned to the tiny town of Cypress, Louisiana to take her rightful place as head of her magical family, whether she likes it or not.

In order to keep the tentative peace formed between the various races of powerful beings who rule side by side, she must face her own demons. Mainly one, Cristobal Cortez.

Now a master vampire, and lord of the seven cities surrounding New Orleans, her former lover has moved up in the world. Their relationship gets way more complicated when his court is framed for a rash of murders they didn’t commit.

Forced to play her role as his bond mate, and launch an investigation into the darkness threatening to overturn truces, she may be in over her head.


The author has taken a few minutes from her busy schedule to talk about her newest book.



When did you become interested in storytelling?

It’s something I always did. Once I learned how to read, I just progressed to telling my own story. I was writing fanfiction before I knew what it was, and creating my own original work.

What was your first book/story published?

Don’t Fear the Reaper

What inspired you to write Witch for Hire?

The character Louella and her bondmate, Cristobal came to me , and the story was built around them. I love exploring the concept of a secret world that exists beside our own, hidden from mere mortals. It’s always been one of my favorite premises to read.

What character in Witch for Hire is the most/least like you, and in what ways?

I’d have to say Halycon. Regardless of what happened in my life, I’d never turn to a dark magic that would slowly consume me until nothing of my former self remained.

What is your favorite part in Witch for Hire?

When Louella stands up for herself for the first time and lets people know what she will and won’t accept.

What was the hardest part to write?

I’m going broad with this one and saying the mystery arc. It’s hard to reveal enough to hint at what’s going to happen, without fully giving it away. Writing that in took a lot of edits, re-writing, and restraint.

What would your ideal career be, if you couldn't be an author?

Wow, I’m honestly not sure. I’d say a travel writer.

Do you read reviews of your books? If so, do you pay any attention to them, or let them influence your writing?

I do occasionally to see how my readers are feeling, and to see If there’s something perhaps I’ve missed and they’re honing in on that I can improve. Otherwise, I try to write from the heart.

What well-known writers do you admire most?

I no particular order, for very differing reasons, here’s my list: Stephen King, Laurel K. Hamilton, Sherilynn Kenyon, Heather Graham, and Marissa Meyer.

Do you have any other books/stories in the works?

I do. I’m working on a Contemporary Romance called Ring of Fire.





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About the Author


Shyla Colt is the sassy international bestseller of the popular series Kings of Chaos and Dueling Devils M.C. This genre-hoppers stories feature three of her favorite things: strong females, pop culture, and alternate routes to happy ever after. Listening to her Romani soul, she pens from the heart, allowing the dynamic characters, eccentric interests, and travels as a former flight attendant to take her down untraveled roads.

Born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, this mid-west girl is proud of her roots. She used her hometown and the surrounding areas as a backdrop for a number of books. So, if you’re a Buckeye, keep an eye out for familiar places.

As a full-time writer, stay at home mother, and wife, there's never a dull moment in her household.

She weaves her tales in spare moments and the evenings with a cup of coffee or tea at her side and the characters in her head for company.

You can interact with Shyla Colt online via her website at: www.shylacolt.net

Follow the author on Twitter, Facebook, and Goodreads.

8 comments:

  1. Thanks for the interview and giveaway as well.

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  2. Thank you for having me on the blog. I really enjoyed the interview questions. :D

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  3. Your cover is just amazing and I would love to read your book.

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  4. I look forward to reading about how she deals with the relationship!

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

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  5. This sounds like a book that both my daughter and I would really enjoy, thank you for sharing.

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  6. I am extremely impressed along with your writing abilities, Thanks for this great share.

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  7. Reading that your favourite part is when Louella stands up for herself for the first time makes me want to read this book. I love strong female characters.

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