Ava Olsen

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As a lifelong reader of romance novels, Ava Olsen has always been inspired by love stories. When the pandemic hit, she decided it was time to make her daydreams about storytelling into a reality, so she turned her pen from sales proposals to romance novels.

Ava lives in Canada’s largest city. When she isn’t writing, she can be found reading (of course!), baking or binge watching reality TV and travel shows.

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Welcome to Uncaged! This year, 2022, is the year of your first published novel, and you’ve released a few already. Can you readers more about the NY Nights series you have running right now?

This is a three-book MM romance series and the concept is based around a group of friends in New York City. One is a writer, one a publisher and the other an artist. One dinner party is the catalyst for events that will bring love into each of their lives. The first book is a collaborators to lovers story, the second, frenemies to lovers and the third, a second chance romance. All three book have lots of humor, heat and HEA. I write primarily contemporary, low-angst LGBTQ romance.

What inspires you to write in the romance genre?

I’ve been reading romance novels since I was 12 (my mom always had a stash of harlequin presents books) and never stopped! I love the positive message that the romance genre is all about, the triumph of love. Creating characters that evolve and grow together in love over the course of the book is so satisfying.

What is the most difficult scene for you to write?

What is the easiest? The most difficult is the first time the characters tell each other “I love you”. The moment has so much meaning and impact that you want to ensure that the readers resonate with the scene. The easiest? The sex scenes LOL

What are you working on now that you can tell us about?

I’m writing a new MM romance series called the Voyagers. It’s based around a superyacht, with four love stories that span the globe. The first book, OH BUOY, will be released in December and features a boss-employee trope: a billionaire and his yacht steward. The second book, STARBOARD is about second chances: a Hollywood star/recovering alcoholic and a divorced ghostwriter (bisexual rep). The third book, THE COCKPIT, is enemies to lovers/age gap: a ship’s captain and a model turned photographer (demisexual rep). The fourth and final book in

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the series, ENDEAVOR, is MMM friends to lovers, boss-employee: a Hollywood director, a British barrister and a bodyguard (poly rep). I’m very excited about this new series and I hope readers enjoy it.

Do you base any of your characters on real-life people?

I take inspiration from everyday life as well as current celebrity/entertainment news.

What behind-the-scenes tidbit in your life would probably surprise your readers the most?

I write spicy scenes in my books but ask me to talk about it and I will blush like a beet.

Which comes first, the plot or the characters in the planning stages?

The characters, then I outline the story.

What are some things you like to do to relax when you aren’t writing or working?

I love to attend musical theatre. Live performances are so energizing! I also binge watch baking shows like Great British Baking, as well as mysteries.

What’s your favorite holiday? Do you have any special traditions?

Christmas: the music, the snow, the cookies! My mom always finds the best gifts for stocking stuffers, I wish I had her talent!

Do you prefer ebooks, audiobooks or physical books? Are you reading anything now?

I prefer the convenience of ebooks since I can read on my tablet or phone, anywhere and I read a lot. Audiobooks at night when I need to relax. I also have a small collection of physical books, romance, mystery and classics. Right now, I’m reading “About Last Night” by Aimee Nicole Walker, one of my favorite romance authors. I usually read

What would you like to say to fans, and where can they follow you?

I’m just so thankful for the readers who’ve picked up my books and are loving the characters. Stay Connected

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Enjoy an excerpt from Novel Affair

Novel Affair Ava Olsen Contemporary Gay Romance

It started as a novel affair…

Ryker Desoumas is a science-fiction novelist living in New York City. A former crime reporter with a secret trauma, he prefers to work—and live—alone.

Wes Stewart is a celebrity author from Toronto. After years of writing self-help books, he’s looking for something exciting to rekindle his passion for the craft.

When Ryker’s publisher pitches a collaboration between the two men, Wes is all for it. Ryker, on the other hand, resists and fears that Wes will turn his quiet world upside down. But Wes is sexy and charismatic, and Ryker can’t help being drawn to him. A tentative professional partnership becomes something much

But Wes has been burned by love in the past, and Ryker isn’t sure he’s ready to let someone into his heart. Will they find happiness together?

…it could be the love of a lifetime.

Excerpt

“So, what do you think?”

Ryker stood in front of the full-length mirror in his walk-in closet and looked down expectantly at his three fur babies, all of whom had watched his every move as he got ready over the past half hour. He’d chosen slim black designer jeans, a charcoal t-shirt, and a black velvet blazer. He’d added a lava bead necklace and left his long, dark hair loose. In addition to his usual bracelets, he’d strapped a leather cuff to his right wrist. He decided to forego glasses tonight in favor of contacts and added navy eyeliner to complete his look. He mulled a quick shave, but decided the scruff was better. Combined with the dark eyeliner, it made him look edgier and unapproachable. Perfect.

He slipped into his old combat boots and grabbed his phone, noticing that Cal had texted him a few minutes ago.

Cal: Got our ride ready. Move your ass!

Impatient, as usual. Ryker shook his head and hurried down the hallway to the front door.

Thankfully, the elevator ride was a short one, and when he got to the spacious lobby of his building, his gaze immediately caught on the limo out front. Jesus, it was a bit much for a short ride to a dinner party. But who was he to argue with Cal’s overthe-top style or generosity? The man was outgoing, funny, and flirtatious to the max—a platinum blond, brown-eyed imp with a personality no one could resist. Even grumpy-ass Ryker. The back window rolled down to reveal Cal’s blond hair and big smile. Ryker opened the door and glanced in at his friend, who had a glass of bubbly in hand.

“Really? You’re dressed like that for a dinner party?” Ryker exclaimed.

Cal was relaxed in a slim white tuxedo jacket and pants but no shirt. As he stretched his arms out over the back of the leather seats, the jacket opened to display his chest and gold nipple piercings. Cal liked to push the fashion envelope and hated restrictive clothing and clothing in general. “Jesus, Cal, why didn’t you put a shirt on! Save that outfit for the clubs.” Ryker was half amused, half horrified at Cal’s clothing choice.

“Come on, Ry, I look hot.” Cal winked at Ryker and smoothed his hands through his chin-length hair, then down his jacket lapels. “Besides, this way all the attention will fall on me, and you’ll be left in peace, just like you prefer. Or at least, that was my plan until you wrecked it with the eyeliner. People are going to stare, bud. You look pretty hot yourself.”

Ryker grunted, squirming uncomfortably at that comment. “This look is supposed to repel people, not attract them. Aren’t you getting my ‘f**k off’ vibe?” “No, I’m getting ‘I’m down to f**k’ more than ‘f**k off.’ Bad boys are irresistible, didn’t you know?” Cal’s teasing laughter filled the limo.

“I’m grumpy, not bad.” Ryker pouted, then accepted the glass of champagne Cal held out to him, forcing himself to relax. “And how come you’re so happy? Have the text messages stopped?”

“Nothing today, so that’s good. Anyway, I don’t want to think about it tonight. We both need to destress and have fun.” Ryker accepted Cal’s point and refrained from any further questions.

Cal chatted away about his day, and Ryker rolled the window down to watch Manhattan whiz by. Soon, they were in front of Mac’s three-story brownstone in the East Village.

Cal got out first and walked nonchalantly up the stairs, ignoring several passersby on the sidewalk as they gaped at his outfit—or lack thereof.

Mac opened his front door, dressed in trim navy slacks and a white button-down, his practiced smile in place until he looked down at Cal’s outfit. “I didn’t order a stripper. You have the wrong address.” Mac managed to get halfway through his comment with a straight face, and then he and Ryker bent over snickering, their laughter echoing in the cool night air.

“Hey, I’m f**king sexy and I know it.” Cal smirked as he opened his arms wide and gestured down his body. “And you should be used to this by now. Wearing the least amount of clothing necessary is my trademark.”

“You’re ridiculous is what you are. But we love you anyway,” Ryker muttered, shaking his head. Mac ushered them through the door and into his modern foyer. Ryker watched as his two closest friends embraced, big grins on both their faces. “Mac, you didn’t tell me it would be that kind of party,” a deep voice boomed from behind them, and they all turned to look at the man who had spoken.

F**k me, Ryker thought as he got a good look at the tall, gorgeous man who stood casually at the end of the hallway with his hands in the pockets of his dark grey dress pants. In the dim light of the chandelier, Ryker could make out the man’s thick blond hair, styled in an undercut, sharp cheekbones, and light eyes.

F**king hell, this was Wes Stewart. Ryker recognized him from his social media. Ryker couldn’t control the look of surprise on his face or the jolt of anger that rippled through his body at this unwelcome surprise. He hadn’t known he’d be meeting Wes tonight, and he wasn’t prepared. And the pretentious prick had a smug grin on his face that meant he was all too aware that he had the advantage. Yeah, we’ll see about that.

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