Book Tour: Playing The Maestro by Aubrie Dionne Interview & Giveaway

Genre: Contemporary Romance 

Publisher: Entangled Bliss

ISBN: 1622668723

Number of pages: 190

Word Count: 48k

Cover Artist: Jessica Cantor

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Book Description:

Melody Mires has sworn off dating musicians, but when the sexy European conductor Wolf Braun takes over her struggling symphony, her hesitation almost flies out the window with the notes of her flute—until he opens his mouth. Wolf is arrogant, haughty, and seems to have a personal vendetta against Melody. Oh, and he’s her boss. If she wants to keep her job as principal flutist, she’ll have to impress Wolf while simultaneously keeping her undeniable attraction to herself.

Wolf came to America to get as far away from his past as possible, and to recover some of the swagger he had as one of the world’s best maestros. He never imagined being forced to reassess the entire orchestra’s talent—and potentially fire anyone who doesn’t make his cut. Dating the attractive flutist is out of the question, but as their feelings reach a fever pitch, can they risk both their careers for a chance at love?

Two Quickie Teasers: 

"Every one of the musicians she’d dated was the same as her: burned out from practicing to beat the chair ahead of him, teaching five million lessons a day to make ends meet, scrambling for gigs two hours away on the weekends, so involved in a dying art form that he didn’t even know the Bruins were an ice hockey team."

“Why would a flute prodigy from Julliard want this little Civic Symphony seat anyway? Seems to me a girl who played the Mozart G Major concerto in front of the New York Phil at age seven could get a seat in any orchestra. Age seven. When I was seven, the only thing I was playing was pretend flute on my toothbrush.”

Interview: 

1.     Where did you get the idea for the novel?

Usually I write fantasy and science fiction. My editor at Entangled Publishing asked me if I could write a contemporary romance for their new Bliss line. At first, I had no idea what I was going to write. I decided, since this was a new genre to me, to write what I knew. I’m a professional flutist by day, and I’ve played in orchestras all my life, so there it was!

2.     Your title. Who came up with it? Did you ever change your title?

Yes, it started out as My Maestro. But, that implied first person, whereas the story was written in third person. So, I suggested “Playing Under the Maestro.” That was a little long, so they went with “Playing the Maestro.” I love it. It fits the book so perfectly. Stacy Abrams, my editor, is a genius.

3.     Which came first, the title or the novel? 

The concept came first, then the title, then the novel itself. I was brainstorming in Barnes and Nobles with my writer friend, Sarah Gilman. We were in the Harlequin section, looking at their titles. She actually came up with the title first. J Thank you, Sarah! You should check out her Entangled Publishing title, Out in Blue. It’s awesome.

4.     Since becoming a writer, what’s the most exciting thing to ever happen to you?

My love of music and my musical career brings excitement to my life each day. I’ve soloed in front of orchestras, met some of my best friends at gigs, traveled, and made some lasting connections. Music is a great thing to get into and get your kids into. It will bring them such joy.

5.     What book are you currently reading or what was the last book you read?

I’m currently reading Flawed by Kate Avelynn. It’s a beautifully written book.

6.     What was your first book that you ever wrote (very first one you wrote, not published)?

That was way back in high school. I wrote a book about a flutist who goes back in time and convinces the minstrels in the king’s court to let her join their band. Although greatly inspired, I’m glad it never saw the light of day!

7.     What is your writing process?

I aim for 1k a day 365 days a year. So, if I miss a day, I try to make up for it the next day. I write in the morning before work, and at night after work. Sometimes I stop when I reach the 1k, and sometime I just keep going!

8.     Who are your favorite authors of all time?

Patricia McKillip, Tad Williams, Charlotte Bronte, and Jane Austen.

9.     At a book signing, do you just sign your name or do you write a note? How do you come up with stuff to say? 

I always try to write something like “I hope you enjoy it.” If they give me their name, I definitely write it in.

10.  What is something people would be surprised to know about you?

I’m a big Star Trek TNG fan. I’m going to a convention for the first time in June and I can’t wait! I’ve already signed up to get my picture taken with the cast members who played Beverly Crusher and Data. I’m going with my sister, and she said she wouldn’t be caught dead with me if I wore a costume, so I might just go with the communicator- maybe some Vulcan ears. J

11.  How do you react to a bad review?

Ug! I don’t even read them anymore. They frustrate me and stop my creativity. People can write the meanest things. They don’t respect other’s creations. But enough on my rant about that! There’s enough negativity in the world- So I try not to create more.

12.  How did you celebrate the sale of your first book?

I’m not sure I did very much. Just called my parents to let them know!

Thanks for the interview!

About the Author:

Aubrie grew up watching the original Star Wars movies over and over until she could recite and reenact every single scene in her backyard. She also loved The Goonies, Star Trek the Next Generation--favorite character was Data by far--and Indiana Jones. But, her all time favorite movie was The Last Unicorn. She still wonders why the unicorn decided to change back to a unicorn in the end.

Aubrie wrote in her junior high yearbook that she wanted to be "a concert flutist" when she grew up. She majored in flute performance at the University of New Hampshire on a full scholarship, then secured two teaching jobs at a University and a local community music school. While playing in orchestras and teaching, stories popped into her head, and she used them to make the music come alive for her flute students. Her students said they were so good, she had to write them down! Maybe they were right, who knows? Two careers seems to keep her busy. For now.

She is represented by Dawn Dowdle and writes sweet and adventurous fantasy, science fiction, and contemporary romance.

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