Tell us about you...
My name is Carolee Samuda and I an author, writing under the pen names of C.D. Samuda, Diana Flame, Diana Storm and Diana Legend.The genres I write range from interracial romances, fairytales, science fiction, PNR and fantasy.
I have concluded that there are two things in life I cannot live without. I cannot breathe without writing, and the idea of never having cheesecake again is completely unthinkable.
I was born in the sunny paradise of Jamaica. I am what Jamaicans refer to as a ‘country girl’. A country person is from the rural areas, outside of the city.
My passion for writing came through my love of books, starting at a tender age. My mom keeps reminding me that I started kindergarten before the acceptable age and was the youngest in my school. She said I loved books before I could form words properly.
I can remember the first novels I read out of school. All I remember is ‘borrowing’ my sister’s novels and falling in love with the stories. That made me want to create these stories. The first author I remember actually falling in love with was Barbara Cartland, then I found Danielle Steele. I also read Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew stories.
When I was in high school, I read every Mills & Boon and every Harlequin romance I could get my hands on. That’s when I knew I was going to be a romance author.
However, discouragement from outside forces and life got in the way. I spent twenty something years pining away at the idea that maybe I’d never realize my dream.
In 2009 I started pursuing that dream. I quit my job. With no money and no way of earning a living, I started ghostwriting.
In 2017 I quit ghostwriting and am now pursuing that lifelong dream full time. I have one regret, and that is not having the courage to quit my job sooner.
I love animals, plants, food, good music and my family.
I have a love for Asian dramas, chocolate and a glass of good wine. But cheesecake is my one weakness, that’s the only thing I hate sharing. *smile*
I have concluded that there are two things in life I cannot live without. I cannot breathe without writing, and the idea of never having cheesecake again is completely unthinkable.
I was born in the sunny paradise of Jamaica. I am what Jamaicans refer to as a ‘country girl’. A country person is from the rural areas, outside of the city.
My passion for writing came through my love of books, starting at a tender age. My mom keeps reminding me that I started kindergarten before the acceptable age and was the youngest in my school. She said I loved books before I could form words properly.
I can remember the first novels I read out of school. All I remember is ‘borrowing’ my sister’s novels and falling in love with the stories. That made me want to create these stories. The first author I remember actually falling in love with was Barbara Cartland, then I found Danielle Steele. I also read Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew stories.
When I was in high school, I read every Mills & Boon and every Harlequin romance I could get my hands on. That’s when I knew I was going to be a romance author.
However, discouragement from outside forces and life got in the way. I spent twenty something years pining away at the idea that maybe I’d never realize my dream.
In 2009 I started pursuing that dream. I quit my job. With no money and no way of earning a living, I started ghostwriting.
In 2017 I quit ghostwriting and am now pursuing that lifelong dream full time. I have one regret, and that is not having the courage to quit my job sooner.
I love animals, plants, food, good music and my family.
I have a love for Asian dramas, chocolate and a glass of good wine. But cheesecake is my one weakness, that’s the only thing I hate sharing. *smile*
What is your relationship to audiobooks?
As an author, I aspire to have my books made available to everyone and that includes people who prefer listening
What made you decide to follow me?
Marnye is the Audio Sorceress! Her works speaks for itself. I not only respect her as a professional, she is warm and caring and I have personally experienced that side of her.
Who is your favorite literary character?
It’s hard to decide on one character. Ariella from Awakening (sci-fi romance) is one of my favorite. As far as male characters are concerned, I must say that Braun from my Dangerously Wilder Series has the top position.
What is your favorite quote?
“If a man is not faithful to his own individuality, he cannot be loyal to anything.”
― Claude McKay
― Claude McKay
How can we get in touch with you?
|
|
|
|
|
|
