Stacy-Deanne: Winner of 2 2008 YGA Literary Awards

Hi All! Welcome to my page!

My name is Stacy-Deanne (Dee-Anne). I am a veteran author of twelve years. I began writing professionally when I was nineteen years old. I write mainstream fiction including mysteries and thrillers. My first book, "Divas of the New Millennium" was published in 2005 by Amber Communications Group Inc and became a very popular seller. My second book is "Everlasting" published by Strebor Books of Simon and Schuster in 2007. My recent book is the thriller "Melody" published by Strebor Books of Simon and Schuster in June 2008. I was also featured in the 2006 book, "Literary Divas: The Top 100+ Most Admired African-American Women in Writing"

My favorite writers are Kay Hooper and Linda Howard. I grew up reading the classics and love the authors, Edgar Allan Poe, Robert Louis Stevenson, Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain and Charles Dickens.

I welcome you all to my page. I am fun-loving, kind and I also try to lend advice to aspiring writers when I can. You can find lots of helpful information by visiting the link to my articles:
http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/stacy-deanne/79527.htm


Also check out my recent interviews. You can check out all my interviews and reviews by doing a search for me online but here are my most recent:

http://www.wildonbooks.com/interviews/2008/stacy_deanne.htm
http://www.tnc-magazine.net/dapen-sdeanne.html
http://www.urbanreviewsonline.com/insideout-stacydeanne.html

ABOUT MY RECENT THRILLER MELODY:

Melody by Stacy-Deanne (available now wherever books are sold)
Publisher: Simon and Schuster/Strebor Books
Released: June 3, 2008
Genre: Mystery, Thriller and Suspense
ISBN: 1593092032

Two stories of deadly passion intertwine in this gripping mystery by best selling author Stacy-Deanne, who weaves a thrilling tale of love and death.

Melody is unlike any other thriller...

Melody Cruz is certain her sister’s new boyfriend, the wealthy, charming and handsome Keith Taylor, has a dark past that he will do anything to hide. Wanting to protect her sister, Melody works to uncover Keith’s secrets, not realizing that in doing so, she is sacrificing her own safety---because Keith will go to any lengths, dangerous or violent, to keep himself in control.

At the same time, a man named the “Albany Predator” has been brutally raping black women throughout the city, and Melody is convinced that her best friend is the rapist’s next target. Detectives Brianna Morris and Steven Kemp are placed on the case, determined to bring the sadistic felon to justice. But when things couldn’t get anymore complicated, all evidence is turned around to reveal a surprising suspect.

Full of forbidden desire and unwavering strength in the face of danger, Melody is a chilling tale that will leave readers breathless as they navigate all the plot twists and turns. Struggling to survive until the end, the diverse cast of characters will be left questioning their loyalties, their passions and how far they might be willing to go to protect the ones they love.

MY BOOKS ARE AVAILABLE FOR SALE EVERYWHERE!

SAMPLE MELODY REVIEWS:

Melody Review
One2Go Books
Reviewed by OfficiallyWrite

Bestselling author Stacy-Deanne is returning with her phenomenal novel Melody. This contemporary novel is filled with suspense, steamy erotica, and compelling and true to life characters. The thriller story is surrounded around Melody Cruz and her sister Sarah, who are the outcome of a white mother and Latino father. The sisters separated at a young age due their parents having a fatal car accident. Pulled into two different directions by family members the sisters had nothing in common but being in the same bloodline.

Keith, who is handsome and rich, lands Sarah the sister who is more beautiful out of the two. Melody from the start realizes that there is something not promising about her sister’s new boyfriend and she is right. Keith being a very persistent man pursues Melody right under Sarah’s nose. Sarah blinded by it all wants to keep it that way and denies any accusations about Keith when Melody brings it to her attention.

Melody has a superb plot and an interesting sub-plot as well. There is a serial rapist in their city attacking black women and with the author fantastic creative mind Melody is ultimately caught up in the crime. Melody is beautifully written from start to finish, which would allow for the easy read. The book has many twists and turns that will leave you guessing. I believe it will satisfy every reader needs and wants in a novel...real live characters, intense plot, and with so much detail you will actually think you’re taking a ride with the characters. There was never a dull moment in this novel, you don’t believe me!? Then see for yourself!

I support this author and this novel to the fullest. Highly recommended.

Melody Review
UrbanhottnessBooks/Urbanfirebooks
Reviewed by Shaifire

Melody is not your usual contemporary novel; it is filled with suspense, unexpected twists, and steamy sexual scene. I would classify this book as a contemporary thriller. Melody and her sister Sarah, were separated at a very young age do to a family tragedy. Sarah is the spitting image of their white father, whereas Melody has the Latino feature like their mother. When it comes down to men, Sarah only dates wealthy, white men who usually treated her like crap. When Sarah finally meets Keith, she thought that she was “in-love” with Keith. Unbeknownst to Sarah, Keith is always invading Melody’s comfort zone and security. Keith is turn on by Melody’s fear; he preys on her like predator preys on their next victim.

This is the first novel that I had read from this stupendous author; it took me awhile to actually pick up this novel, and I wish it didn’t take so long. If I would have known, the talent that this author possesses, I would of pick it up a lot sooner. The character in this book, is so real, the smooth transition between scenes is remarkable. The heart wrenching scenes, the graphic detail of violence that is attacking women in all cities, the creativity in this story line is very detailed oriented. I cannot wait to read more from this author; from a rating of 1-10, I give a 9. Excellent Job Ms. Stacy-Deanne.