Authors Interviewing Characters: Briana Cole
Briana Cole (The Marriage Pass) is back this Fall with COUPLES WANTED (November 30, Dafina), a contemporary African American romantic suspense novel about two couples and a swinging setup gone wrong, perfect for fans of Alisha Rai’s Forbidden Hearts series.
We asked Briana if she would partake in our Authors Interviewing Characters series, and to our delight, she said yes!
About COUPLES WANTED
True heat packed in this sizzling and emotionally intense read about sexual impulses and possession.
Adventurous and open-minded, newlyweds Bridget and Roman are determined to keep their relationship exciting. So, when they meet married swingers Corinne and Patrick, they’re instantly drawn to their carefree glamour and warm promise of friendship. And after swapping spouses for one passionate, exhilarating night, Bridget and Roman feel fulfilled and closer together than ever…
Until Corinne and Patrick start turning possessive, wanting more of them than Bridget and Roman can ever give. Soon, the young couple is plunged into a nightmare of suspicion, lies, and secrets in which they can’t trust each other—or what they think they know about themselves. Pushed to the breaking point, they must uncover the truth behind the other couple’s machinations. But when the dust settles, there’s no guarantee Bridget and Roman will have their love—or anything else—left to save…
BRIANA COLE INTERVIEWS CORRINE
BC: Hi, Corrine. I sincerely appreciate you taking this time to interview with me.
Corrine: Of course. It’s no problem at all.
BC: Can you start by telling the readers a little about yourself?
Corrine: Sure. (pause) Is my husband going to read this?
BC: He may.
Corrine: Okay. Well, I am married to a wonderful man, Patrick. My soulmate. I am certainly a lucky one to have him.
BC: And what do you and Patrick do for fun?
Corrine: We (pause) enjoy adventures. We like to try new and exciting things with new and exciting people. I think that’s the one thing we love most about each other. Our willingness to be open.
BC: So, would you say that you two are thrill-seekers?
Corrine: Something like that.
BC: And what about yourself? What do you do?
Corrine: I am a caterer. I love to cook so I opened my own catering business.
BC: When did you decide you were going to become a caterer? Has that been your chosen career path since you were younger?
Corrine: Well, I didn’t realize a lot of things about myself until I was a little older.
BC: Do you have any siblings?
Corrine: Yes, I have a sister, Gina. We’re very close. She’s like my twin. And she has my beautiful niece, Vanessa.
BC: That’s sweet. So outside of your sister, do you have any friends?
Corrine: I have a few. It’s sometimes a little hard to meet friends.
BC: Why do you say that?
Corrine: I mean it’s hard to find people who… share your same interests, you know what I mean?
BC: Yes, I think I know what you mean. So, tell me about your parents?
Corrine: Um, can we not talk about them please?
BC: Of course. I apologize if that was too invasive.
Corrine: No, it’s not that. I just didn’t really have the best childhood. I honestly would just prefer to forget it altogether (wipes a tear). I’m sorry. I definitely wasn’t trying to cry during this interview.
BC: No, please don’t apologize. I understand how a childhood can be unpleasant.
Corrine: Ha, I don’t think you could ever understand. Try traumatizing. That’s why I appreciate my sister more than she’ll ever know. She really helped me when I was at my lowest. It wasn’t until I realized my truth that I found my happiness.
BC: With Patrick?
Corrine: With myself.
BC: That’s good to hear. So, you have a wonderful husband, wonderful life, wonderful career doing what you love. You seem to be doing very well for yourself.
Corrine: I certainly think I am.
BC: What would you say are your strengths?
Corrine: I think I am a kind, beautiful woman that always sees the best in people. I have such a big heart.
BC: And what about your weaknesses?
Corrine: (considers) I have such a big heart.
BC: Your big heart is your strength and weakness? Can you elaborate on that for me?
Corrine: I am very loving, and I give and give and give. I can be a little bit of a people-pleaser. Unfortunately, that is what other people can take advantage of sometimes. But it’s all I know. I can’t change who I am. I’m just me. Corrine.
BC: It was such a pleasure speaking with you, Corrine. Thank you so much for your willingness to share yourself with our readers.
Corrine: I thank you for the opportunity to do so. ?
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Briana Cole is an acclaimed author, motivational speaker, sex educator and actress. Her novels are known for exploring unconventional relationships and making readers question all expectations about love, lust, and monogamy. An Atlanta native, she graduated cum laude from Georgia Southern University and is a proud member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Her motto and ultimate drive toward success is a famous quote from Mae West: “You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” Connect with Briana online at BrianaCole.com, and on Facebook, Goodreads, Instagram, and Twitter @BColeAuthor.
Category: Interviews, On Writing
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