Interview with Ava Sutton, Author of Strong Side

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Strong Side?

Originally, Casey and Noelle’s story was going to be book 2 in the series, but they needed a little more time to develop in my head. I took pieces of my personal experiences and wove them into the story I envisioned for Casey and Noelle. It was worth the wait. They spoke to me much more clearly because I gave them time.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Strong Side, what would they be?

Our Song by Taylor Swift.

What’s your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

I mostly read sports romance and small-town romance. Mafia romance is fun to dip into when I’m looking for something a little darker.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I haven’t had much time to read lately because of my writing schedule, but I plan to get some reading in over the summer.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

I really loved the tension in the bathroom selfie scene. It was a lot of fun to write.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

Not really, but I do thrive under a deadline. I wish I could be one of those writers who get a little bit done here and there, but I’m just not that way.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

Stay focused on the big picture and keep moving forward. Turn off the outside noise.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

I want them to love the group enough to move on to the next book!

Ava Sutton is the author of the new book Strong Side

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