Nana
Prah first discovered romance in a book from her
eighth grade summer reading list and has been obsessed with it ever since. Her
fascination with love inspired her to write in her favorite genre where
happily-ever-after is the rule.
She is a published author of contemporary, multicultural
romances. Her books are sweet with a touch of spice. When she’s not writing
she’s reading, over-indulging in chocolate, and enjoying life with friends and
family.
How can readers get in contact with you?
Twitter: https://twitter.com/NanaPrah
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NanaPrah.Author
Newsletter: https://www.nanaprah.com/newsletter-sign-up
Doctor Comfort Djan is looking for salvation after a tragic
accident, which takes her to deprived regions where her skills heal the
helpless. Until fate thrusts her, a medic, on board a West African military
coastal protection ship. Proving herself to the male-only crew is nothing
compared to being near one intense naval officer who has her feeling something
other than her survivor's guilt.
Commander Akin Solarin wants nothing more than to do his job,
especially when his medic's temporary replacement turns out to be a
disconcerting woman who pushes all his buttons. He runs a tight ship, and
doesn't need captivating and efficient, yet aloof, Comfort around to keep his
heart-rate in semi-permanent overdrive.
Neither can deny the attraction between them, but navigating
uncharted personal waters may be the least of their problems when confronted
with bold pirate attacks and other vicious unknown dangers onboard the frigate.
And when Comfort's life gets on the line, Akin knows he will do anything to
save his medic and heal her battered heart in the process.
What inspired your book?
My friend and now publisher, phenomenal author Kiru Taye, came
to me with an idea for a romantic suspense with military heroes set in Africa.
I took the fantastic idea and wrote up a storm (no pun intended). Healing His Medic was born and published
by Love Africa Press.
What would you like readers to take
away from your book?
Forgiveness is necessary in order to live a complete and
fulfilling life. That the most important person we need to forgive when
something happens is ourselves. And that no matter what a person has been
through, no matter how much loss they have experienced, life goes on and it
will be good again.
Which character did you have the
most fun writing about?
Akin for sure. He’s a blatant alpha hero who makes no apologies
for it. A true protector. A no nonsense man of power and strength. A leader
with a reputation of expecting the best from and for his men. Yet he has this
lighter, gentler side of him that Comfort has the capability of bringing out. I’m
pretty sure I fell in love with Akin while writing the story. *Sigh*
What advice would you offer to someone whose book is about to be
released?
Start marketing early and have fun with it. Engage with people
on social media, not always talking about your book, but make sure to do that
also. Sign up with book promoting companies like SORMAG as one of your
marketing strategies because they know how to get books into the spotlight. Go
on blog or social media tours to get your book seen. The more people see your
work, the more likely they are to purchase it.
What does literary success look
like to you?
Basically it’s having people read and like my stories. Having
fans who ask me when my next one is coming out because they can’t wait to read
another Nana Prah romance. I’ll admit that making bestseller lists would also
be awesome.
What has surprised you most about being
a published author?
How much fun it is to write and have people read my work. Aside
from backbreaking edits and rejections of all sorts, being a published author
is a good time. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t sit around with a party hat and
balloons surrounding me as I nibble on cake and chocolate with no weight gain
while writing, but its an enjoyable experience.
What are three things you wish
you’d known before you reached where you are now?
1.
Adverbs are not an author’s friend.
It has to do with the show vs. tell aspect of writing. Since we’d prefer to
show and have the reader see the scene in their mind, adverbs are not the way
to go.
2.
No matter who publishes your work,
you will still need to do some marketing. It’s inescapable.
3.
Other writers are awesome and are
willing to help and guide you when you need it. All you need to do is ask.
What do you do to interact with
your readers?
Mostly I make my presence known on social media. I’ll be the
first to admit that I’m the best at it. I’m thrilled when a reader contacts me
on one of my many social media platforms. Engaging with readers about my books
is exhilarating.
What are your three favorite social
media platforms and how are you using them for promotion?
1.
Blogging is my absolute favorite
because it is so fluid. I can write posts that people will read and engage with
or I can promote other authors’ books. The best part is that even if people
come to just read the post, links to my books are everywhere and if they are
interested, all it takes is a click to discover more.
2.
My Facebook author page (I rarely
share book related things on my personal page because I don’t want to annoy my
friends and family with things they didn’t sign up for) allows me to share
about my books and what’s happening on my blog. I like how it allows for
sharing.
3.
Instagram is my latest favorite. I
just find it fun to share pictures and write cute captions. As I mentioned
earlier, I don’t just post about my books. I show off that I’m a real person
who likes all things chocolate, flowers that capture my attention, and anything
that I think will be entertaining for people to know about me.
What are you reading this summer?
My TBR list is huge. I’m in love with Alyssa Cole’s Reluctant Royals series so whatever
comes out between now and summer, I’ll definitely be reading. Delaney Diamond’s
Princess of Zamibia is on the list.
Seems to be a royalty theme going on with me. Empi Baryeh has a book coming out
in March, Expecting Ty’s Baby that I
can’t wait to get my hands on. Christina C. Jones has two books from her High
Stakes Series sitting on my Kindle, ready and prepped for my reading pleasure.
The list goes on and on.
When you're not writing, what do
you like to do in your spare time?
Reading is at the top of the list. Going to the movies. Hanging
out with friends and family. Seeing what’s going on in social media is
addictive.
Oprah always asks, what do you know
for sure?
That nothing is ever as difficult as it seems to be.
Can you give us a sneak peek of
your next book?
Sure. I’m excited to announce that Ambitious Seduction, my last Harlequin Kimani romance is coming out
on March 5th of this year. I’ve been paired with the amazing Chloe
Blake whose story is A Taste of Passion.
Ambitious
Seduction Blurb
Heir to his family’s international empire, Leonardo Astacio chose to make his name in the legal arena. Now he’s up for a partnership and must work with his competition, ambitious attorney Kamilla Gordon, to win their firm a deep-pocketed client. In Aspen, the simmering attraction they’ve been fighting boils over. But when they uncover corruption that reaches to the highest levels, can passionate rivals become lovers for life?
Heir to his family’s international empire, Leonardo Astacio chose to make his name in the legal arena. Now he’s up for a partnership and must work with his competition, ambitious attorney Kamilla Gordon, to win their firm a deep-pocketed client. In Aspen, the simmering attraction they’ve been fighting boils over. But when they uncover corruption that reaches to the highest levels, can passionate rivals become lovers for life?
Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/Passion-Ambitious-Seduction-Deliciously-Dechamps-ebook/dp/B07CYYWBJC
Anything you'd like to say to the
readers of SORMAG?
Thank you so much for taking the time to get to know me through
my interview. I hope it has inspired you to pick up a copy of Healing His Medic and all of my other
books. LOL. I’m looking forward to linking up with you on social media sometime
soon.
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