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I’m Stella, Author & Publisher of 40 Flirty & Feisty Romance Novels. I’ve been married to my too-hot-to-handle, sexy husband for over 23 years, we have two adult children to God’s glory and live in London, UK. My romance stories feature sexy heroes who have hearts and souls and curvy heroines who are smart and know what they want. My lively, flawed characters who on their quest to find love will elevate your pulse rate, make your heart skip here & there, so that you’ll laugh, shed a tear sometimes and gasp for breath as their story unfolds. If an emotionally intense happy-ever-after is what you want coupled with a sprinkling of life lessons, turn to chapter one now & start reading. When I'm not writing, I'm having a laugh watching movies with my honey-boo, swimming like a star fish, or on mom duties with my grown-ups, or praising God in my own corner of the world. I dare you to read any or all of my steamy romance stories. I’ll love to hear from you.

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Hello Romance Lovers, 

Welcome again to my Series on Black Authors Matter. After my New Release; Longing for You: A BWWM Sweet & Steamy Romance hit Amazon US #1 New Release in African Literature on June 1st 2020 and became a #1 Amazon US Best Seller on 17th June 2020, I decided to start a movement to promote Black Romance Authors or Authors who write about characters of colour. Let me also add that Longing for You was also #2 Amazon UK Best Seller in African Literature on July 14th 2020!

In the coming weeks, I'm going to showcase one black romance author after another and their great books. 

It's Friday! Now grab your best drink, take a small sip as you chill on a comfy couch because you are about to meet the number 21 Black Romance Author on my list. Her name is Author Tralisa McNeal! Tralisa was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. 




AUTHOR NAME: 
Tralisa (Lisa) McNeal

BOOK TITLE: Love Me Sane

GENRE: Realistic Fiction

RELEASE DATE: 1/20/2012

NO. OF PAGES: 332



Drum roll please...


We want to know a bit about your family?

I have six sisters and 2 brothers. I'm divorced but I have two beautiful granddaughters I love so much from my son, May God rest his soul. Now, I'm a teacher by trade. 


What drives you to write romance stories?

I don't specifically write romance. I write books in different genres. Depends on my muse. 


Do you have hidden messages woven into your stories?

I do sometimes have hidden messages woven into my stories. 


What’s the best thing about your writing and publishing routine?

The best thing about my writing and publishing routine is that I am under no pressure to meet any deadlines.  When I write, I am purging myself, so I do it at my convenience. 


What steps did you take to publish your first book?

Love Me Sane is my first book that I published and sold. I didn't take any steps because my intentions were not to sell the book. I came up with the idea of the book when I was trying to process some emotions. However, I did not want anyone to know this book was about me so I added some details that changed the book from an auto biography to realistic fiction. 

For example, I was never married to a preacher however my friend that I talk about at the beginning of the book did actually marry a police officer. When you experience trauma and you can create your own ending it gives you power over your situation. Power is what changed me from a victim to a survivor. 

How did you come up with the idea for your recent book/Who’s your favourite character and why?

My favorite character in the book is Kristen, Kristen actually played the role in my life that my son has played. My driving force for remaining sane through it all. Which ironically this book no longer contains the worse things that have happened to me.  My son is no longer with me on Earth so once again life is a challenge. 

This is a different level than before. Before, the challenge was maintaining my sanity for the sake of my son. Now, the challenge is realizing that losing my son is going to cause me to evolve into someone else. I stick around every day to find out who that person is because once the discovery is made, I will know my life's purpose. 


What’s the hardest thing about the publishing process?

The hardest thing for me during the publishing process was formatting the book. Technology is not my friend. So, once I downloaded the book, I felt a sense of accomplishment. The formatting still is not perfect. 

The second hardest thing for me was the amount of slang that I used. I am a communications major so that was difficult. However, at one time, I exchanged readings with a beta reader and her comment was, "people don't talk like that" so, I changed my verbiage. This meant I had to be very selective with who I have shared the book with. 


Why should a new reader buy your book(s)?

I think people would enjoy my voice. My characters are often relatable even though their stories are dramatic with a lot of plot twists.


Working on a new book/project?

Yes, I am working on a sequel to Love Me Sane titled, Beyond Transgressions

I have 3 books in my head at the same time. Totally different topics. I intend to write a book on improving race relations some day. 


Brag about any awards or badges?

None yet.

Any thoughts on Black Lives Matter Movement?

My thought on the Black Lives Matter Movement is that it needs a brother company that unites blacks so they can stop killing each other. 


Now to the Rapid Questions

Your ideal Partner?
Spiritual.

Favourite place to write?
Beach.

Preferred genre to read?
Realistic Fiction.

Best time of the day to write?
Late at night.

One food you can’t do without?
Fried Chicken.

Favourite Drink Award go to?
Wine.

Best Dessert in the world?
Tres Leches cake.

Best Actor Award go to?
Denzel Washington.

Beautiful Song Award go to?
Alicia Keys.

Amazing Band Award go to?
Rolling Stones.

Your #1 Colour?
Purple.

Perfect gift you hope to get someday?
House on the beach.


I hope you enjoyed getting to know Author Tralisa McNeal.




Read the blurb of Tralisa 's book, Love Me Sane below:





My name is Stacey Jones. I honestly believe that my sole purpose for being on Earth is to establish a solid trusting relationship with a loving God so that I may spend an eternity with him in heaven. How can I build a connection with a God who sometimes seems evasive, unrealistic and egocentric? I should be ashamed to say this, but I've blessed and cursed Jesus in the same breath. Later, I'm asking for forgiveness. Is this too much information for the "perfect Christian"?
I'm sure you've passed all tested trials with flying colors. You think this is a secret I should keep to myself? I disagree.

I wish I could say life's been good and worth living, but there have been many days when I've begged the "Good Lord" to take me out of here. I've always been somebody's perfect victim. My questions scare the "ideal Christians." I pretend like everything's okay, singing songs of praise and worshipping a God I don't understand, who disappears just when I think I'm getting close to him. Rod believes this is blasphemy so I'm trapped. I look to heaven and scream, "Enough already." I don't want to go to hell. I've taken chances on Rod's convictions. But, now I've reached my spiritual bottom. His faith can no longer sustain me. I'm not ashamed to ask, "Will you trudge with me on this journey to find my God?



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A BIT MORE ABOUT ~ Tralisa McNeal


I am a new and aspiring author from Indianapolis, Indiana. I am a Speech Communication BA graduate from Indiana University and I have a Master's of Science in Leadership from Grand Canyon. I write stories from my heart. I originally started writing as a way to manage life's daily challenges. I share experiences with the protagonist in my debut novel, Love Me Sane so often times these events were written from a first-hand perspective. The reason this is a fiction book instead of non-fiction is because not all of our experiences are exactly the same.



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I'm Stella Eromonsere- Ajanaku, the initiator of 

#BlackAuthorsMatter. 

Before you go, please take a quick look at my Bestselling New Release; Longing for You and some of my other hot books. 

For sure, you will laugh, cry, get an emotional thrill and drool with suspense.


If you have read any of my 32 hot romance books, please leave a review. because I love reading your comments.



 

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You are deeply appreciated.


I wish you a romantic week.


Love 


Stella 
   

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