We're excited to share with you the second book in Layla Lochran's Tell All Secrets series, BATTLE BORN FOR YOU! This second chance romance and continuation of Alexander and Liliana's story is available in eBook, Paperback, and Audiobook formats, grab your copy on Amazon today!
1: How did you get started in writing?
I’ve always had a pencil and paper ready to go, no matter where I’d be. I remember sitting in the grass at the playground in 2nd grade writing about a furry three-eyed purple monster and his calico cat. I had quite the imagination back then, still do I suppose. Creative writing classes were, and still are my jam!
2: Are you a pantser or a plotter type of writer?
Pantser all the way. For those that do not know, a pantser is a ‘fly by the seat of your pants’ style of writing, as to a ‘plotter’ is just that, a writer who knows a good premise of the storyline throughout the book. I may have a vague sense where a character is wanting to take their story, however, most times I expect the story to go one way, and wouldn’t you know it, the character has other plans.
PS- Shark is really good at doing this to me as I write his book! I never know where the characters are going until they tell me. It’s more fun that way. 😊
3: How did you come up with the characters Liliana and Alexander?
Lili and Alexander are two souls with dark pasts. Not many authors to my knowledge write this type of romance. My goal with creating Lili and Zander is to connect with the reader, tell them it’s okay to talk about your darkness, let others in so that you do not have to bear this burden alone. There are others going through similar situations, and help is out there. These two characters have stuck with me for quite a few years, only now I can hear them clear enough to tell their stories, tell all their secrets.
4: Will Sly Van and/or Zane’s band get their own spin-off series?
Good question, and a popular one at that. I can tell you to check back mid-summer 2023. Zane has a few words he’d like to toss off. He’s mad at me, I know he is. I’m hiding from him *don’t tell him I said that*. Then again, you might get a little sneak peek of Zane and the Seasons of Sirens band in book 3. Shhh. That’s all I can tell you. Spoilers.
5: Will we see Lili and Zander mentioned in future books?
Yes! These characters are all chit-chatting about who might be next to spill their secrets, and most, if not all are connected in the storyline. At the end of Battle Born for You I give a teaser to book 3, Shark’s story. His book has scenes with Lili and Zander, and a few newcomers, too. 😉 Set to release 3/13/2023.
6: Do you have anything else coming down the pipeline in 2023/2024 you can tell your readers about?
Other than working on getting books 3, 4, and 5 in the Tell All Secrets series out by the end of 2023, I have two words for you: Supernatural beings. Does this strike your fancy? Yes? Stay tuned for a paranormal romance series with hints of ancient Pompeii scenes, coming your way late 2023.
ABOUT THE BOOK
by Layla Lochran
(Tell All Secrets #2)
October 24, 2022
Alexander: Stumbling upon the one person you're missing in your life only to screw up and watch her walk away. It's Soul crushing. Heartbreaking. What Lili doesn't know is this Marine's endurance is untamable. I've been beaten down, now it's time to rise, or submit and lose it all. Do I succumb to the darkness and welcome the silence? My sunshine is shrouded in ominous blackness; the trust she placed on me now vanquished. She's gone and I fear my demons will find their way out.
Knock, knock. Poetry is my expression, only now that life is grim. I'm no longer in control. I do not want to hurt those I love, but I cannot keep afloat. I'm drowning, calling for help; the gun is in my hand and I'm eager to pull the trigger.
Liliana: He betrayed my trust and now my skeletons are out of the closet for all to see. If any of my secrets fall in the wrong hands, chaos would follow. I knew I could never love, so why does this hurt so? The monster is at the forefront of my mind, enjoying the game. Time to play. Can I trust Zander and his mates with their vow of protection? If I have learned anything, you should never question a Marine's promise. With music as my emotion, the songs playing behind the locked door tell me of a broken man's world. Sometimes it's the hero that needs saving, this be one of those times. Do not fret, Alexander, I'm going to save ye.
Paperback
Audiobook
Narrated by Joe Arden and Stella Hunter
Other Titles by Layla Lochran
Painting Her Fate – Book 1
Pre-order More for Me, Book #3 in the Tell All Secrets series – Coming 03/13/2023
Narrator announcement coming soon!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Layla Lochran is an international bestselling author best known for her Tell All Secrets suspenseful romance series and the Ambrota Defenders paranormal romance series.
Layla resides nestled in the woodlands of Western New York with her son and adopted pet, Kit Kat. School life is her passion, writing romance gives her satisfaction. She enjoys her family, musical instruments, festivals, and takes pride in being a volunteer LGBTQ+ youth counselor and advocator of Love is Love.
Where you can find Layla Lochran…
Tour-Wide Giveaway
To celebrate the release of Battle Born For You, Layla is giving away a $20.00 Amazon Gift Card to one reader during this blog tour! To enter, fill out the Rafflecopter form found in this post. Follow along with the Blog Tour for more chances to win daily. Good luck!
Sounds like a book I will enjoy.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your release of Battle Born, Layla, great interview and your book sounds like one that I will really enjoy! Good luck with your book and the tour!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing it with me and have a terrific day!
This sounds fun! Love second chance stories!
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