Mr. DiPasqua: Pardon me while I eat icing off my wife’s nose. Aww, isn’t she beautiful? And she didn’t drop the plates!
Folks, the day has finally arrived!! I promised you my interview and a surprise.
I lied.
Now, before you start throwing things at me, I want to clarify. I have 4 surprises!!
It’s time for my interview! I am so excited! Surprise #1: My DW is going to be asking the questions I’ve asked every RH at the A MIDNIGHT DANCE Blog Party. Plus, we added the questions from Glass Slipper winners ORA and Debbie Laurie! As for the other surprises, we’ll get to those very shortly…[Mr. DiPasqua sits down comfortably in a chair and smiles at his wife.] “Hi there, beautiful.”
Mr. DiPasqua: Gladly, I am married to Lila DiPasqua, historical romance author of the wicked and witty books.
Mr. DiPasqua: I’m an executive at a large corporation, have an MBA and am an engineer by training, a former kids hockey coach, can improvise in the kitchen, been known to swing a hammer for some home reno projects, and thanks to Lila, have grown to love both art and cheese.
Mr. DiPasqua: We were at a club with mutual friends when we were introduced. Lila was in front of me in line for awhile as we waited to get in, and she wasn’t turning around to meet me. I think she didn’t like being set up by her girlfriend who’d tricked her into showing up. She wanted no part of a blind date. So, there I was in line behind this gorgeous girl…totally admiring her. Lila: You mean, checking me out, right? Mr. DiPasqua: Of course. Let’s just say JLo and Kim Kardashian had nothing on Lila.
Mr. DiPasqua: LOL Now where was I? Oh, yeah, when Lila finally made eye contact…that was it for me… Big brown eyes stared back at me. It was love at first sight (not so much for her, though). But I was determined she was going to be mine. Later that evening, I even drop down on my knees and sang to her…”Baby, baby, I get down on my knees for youuuu…” Yeah. I know what you’re thinking, folks. Why on earth did you sing “You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling” by the Righteous Brothers to a girl you’re trying to impress? Not the most romantic song. Plus, I can’t sing. Perhaps not my smoothest moment. But, hey, I must have done something right that night, because she didn’t run away screaming. 🙂
I even managed to score an invitation to her birthday party which was coming up. I showed up alone, and she attended with a date, so that night I worshipped her from afar. Lila: *eye-roll* We’ve been having this ongoing argument for years. He wasn’t a date. Honestly. He was just a friend. I showed up with a group of friends. It was a birthday party, remember? Oh, and I thought you looked so cute when you were on your knees singing to me. 🙂 Mr. DiPasqua: A week later we met at a different party and I talked to her for hours…I think I was winning her over at last. I kept thinking, “God, I hope I am”.
Mr. DiPasqua I was at work when I got an email asking to call home. One of the kids answered the phone and told me, “Mom is screaming in her office.” I knew before she even got on the phone that she had made it. I was so happy for her. Years of hard work had paid off. I was so proud of her!
Mr. DiPasqua I would have to go with a) from the perspective of being very focused and single-minded but easily distracted by the heroine. Jules, from A MIDNIGHT DANCE, and I are alike that way. 🙂
Mr. DiPasqua: Well, as I’ve mentioned, leading up to our official first date, I sang to her which would make me (c) (though I don’t sing like Prince, the artist. Probably more like Prince the dog.); I worshipped her from afar and engaged her in deep conversation (that would make me (a) Prince Charming). But on our actual first date, I changed up my game—I played hard to get and then I surprised her with a “good night kiss” at the beginning of the date. (Why wait until the end of the night for the good stuff, right?) That I guess would make me (b). After that I was just cute and cuddly (d).
Mr. DiPasqua I’ve been an RH too long to answer anything other that (d)…After all, this blog is celebrating A MIDNIGHT DANCE! Although I did like Mr. Archer’s answer.
Mr. DiPasqua: Lila has been under contract since 2009. I wrote a blog last year that offered a fair amount of advice. I think I’ll have to expand it based on some of the great responses the RHs provided this month.
If there is one thing I would suggest, it’s try to understand your DW’s writing process. Lila is a night person, so doing things that makes this time as productive as possible is always appreciated.
When under any sort of deadline, take the kids skiing or on a road trip for a few days…Just make sure that there are some frozen dinners in the freeze or she just might forget to eat.
Mr. DiPasqua: I can’t believe how often we RHs get asked this question! I usually just smile and say “me”.
Mr. DiPasqua: I’d say Adam in THE PRINCESS IN HIS BED. He’s in the story, The Marquis’ New Clothes. And he’s an engineer—in historical times. 😉
Mr. DiPasqua: Lila is a huge hockey fan.
Mr. DiPasqua Why I love Lila: kind heart; devoted mother; sweet; laughs despite my terrible sense of humor (she has a great one); I love talking to her about absolutely nothing; she taught me to love and appreciate art, history (…and cheese—yes, I know I keep mentioning this, but I absolutely hated cheese before I met her); incredible sense of right and wrong – justice; believes in happily ever after; she is beautiful; and she is humble and down to earth (and can’t take a compliment).
She makes me smile every time she looks at me and her eyes sparkle…I don’t know how to explain it…like I said earlier love at first sight.
As for Hugs and Kisses, she is always getting them from me. My kids’ friends think we’re cute when I hug Lila…my kids – not so much!
Mr. DiPasqua I can honestly say that watching someone you love pursuing something that’s a passion is truly wonderful. Nothing gives me as much satisfaction as helping Lila out in any way I can. As a father, I’m pleased to see my children pursuing their passions. Knowing that I’m in a position to enable those dreams is a true blessing, and knowing that Lila is a role model that inspires them to chase after their dreams, makes me all the more proud of her.
Mr. DiPasqua: I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I read A MIDNIGHT DANCE from cover to cover. It’s fantastic! I hope you read it, love it as much as I do, and tell all your friends and neighbors how much you enjoyed it.
Mr. DiPasqua: Which leads me to our second surprise!
Today, for the first time ever, we’re unveiling the breathtaking book trailer for A MIDNIGHT DANCE!!!
Folks, you’re going to be the first to see it!! BOOK CANDY STUDIOS did an incredible job on this. Do check out the amazing work they do!
RULES:
To win you must:
1. Give us a quote from the A MIDNIGHT DANCE book trailer 🙂 Remember: the more you comment, the greater your chances at winning the GRAND PRIZE.
2. You MUST be a follower/subscriber of Lila DiPasqua’s blog (through Google Friend Connect).
3. Must be at least 18 years of age.
4. Winner will be selected at random on SUNDAY.
Ways to increase your odds at winning are found at the very bottom of this blog.
Now this is the interview that i have been waiting for! Very glad to hear that you will be back every month 🙂
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This has been fantastic. And how wonderful that you’ll be back every month. Thank you Lila and Mr. D for a unique and entertaining Dance Party.
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This has been a fantastic party I have loved every interview and it has been so much fun.
You are truly an amazing Husband and Lila and amazing author.
Well done and huge congrats to you both from down under.
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“Simply put this is on fabulous book”
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The quote should be
“Simply put this is one faulous book”
I should check my spelling first LOL
Have Fun
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“Lushly erotic and deeply romantic” with such a quote who could resist reading A Midnight Dance!!!! Quote from Elizabeth Hoyt, New York Times Bestselling Author.
Thank you Lila I’ve had a lovely time learning about your book and other authors with help from Mr D – definitely a unique experience!!
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Fantastic interview with awesome giveaways and the trailer is great! Your wedding pictures are so lovely and you are such a beautiful couple – WOW!
Mr DiPasqua – can we know your first name?
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I love reading romances and this quote is what makes me return back and back again to reading them!
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I look forward to getting my copy of A Midnight Dance.
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I’ve had such a good time meeting all these RH’s. Glad to hear we get the chance to meet another every month. Very much enjoyed the interview.
Simply put this is one fabulous book. The Romance Dish
Jules de Moutier is the prince charming all women drean of. Fresh Fiction. It has been wonderful to get to know these men behind all of these talented romance authors. I look forward to reading more interviews with RH’s. I hope Lila didn’t stay upset with her friend who set up the blind date for too long. Apparently her friend knew you would be a good match for Lila even if she didn’t realize it right away. I have already read the book and absolutely loved it. Defintely pick it up if you haven’t yet. Is there anything that you… Read more »
Hey! I remember you two. And I definitely remember hearing about that first good night kiss ;).
What a great month of blog writing Mr. D! Congratulations.
Of course I watched the trailer “Simply put, this is one fabulous book!!”. Since I already have my copy though, you don’t need to include me in the giveaway.
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Thanks so much for putting this party together – it’s been a lot of fun & I’ve learned about a few authors I wasn’t familiar with. I was lucky enough to win a copy of A Midnight Dance and look forward to reading it. Have a great weekend!
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Jules de Moutier is the prince charming all women drean of! Fresh Fiction…
wow… singing on a first date? That’s cool and so sweet. 🙂
I love hockey too since I am a canadian as well. 🙂 Not a toronto fan though I am from Toronto.. Just too much heartache to be a toronto maple leaf fan… 🙂
i like the book trailer, very nice, good job for the book candy studio and i hope one day A midnight dance can be made a movie, does any one know a producer there ^^ i love the a quote from Elizabeth hoyt : Lushly erotic and deeply romantic… argh.. and could it be really the last day of interview the author? for me, this was not enough, can you extend it, Mr. D =) btw, really thank you for the great interview and i really enjoy it because i can know about all the author and their lovely husband.… Read more »
What a great interview and I’m so glad that you are so supportive of each other and still madly in love after so long.
Congratulations on the new book!
Simply put, this s one fabulous book! High praise indeed 🙂
Hello, Mr & Mrs D : ) Thank you for a truly fabulous blog party! So many wonderful posts, terrific laughs, and a revealing and enlightening sharing of what it takes to make a relationship work. Looking forward to seeing you both on the web! As the song says: “IT TAKES TWO” Written by Syliva Moy & William Stevenson One can have a dream babyTwo can make a dream so realOne can talk about being in loveTwo can say how they really feelOne can wish upon a starTwo can make a wish come true – yeahOne can stand alone in… Read more »
Thank You for hosting such an enjoyable party, what a treat is was to participate and interact with you and your guests ( no chance for wall-flowers here! 🙂 I thoroughly enjoyed the interviews, they were very informatitive and humorous! Thank you Mr. D for all of your hardwork, you have provided me an introduction to new authors whose works I look forward to persuing and a greater appreciation for the authors whose books I have grown to love (Especially Lilas!! 🙂 Lovely, Lovely wedding pictures, how handsome you are, Lila has great taste, I’m sure she’s 100% glad she… Read more »
Fabulous interview and wonderful ending to the RH blog party [but I’m so happy you’ll be back on the first of every month, Mr D]. Well, what to say first? Absolutely gorgeous wedding photos: And the trailer is just so romantic and the perfect lyrical and visual expression of Midnight Dance. Now I’m going to reread my book.:)
Lushly erotic and deeply romantic. lovely sigh!Greatly look forward to reading the book. I’ve enjoyed this series of interviews very much it was brilliant . Thanks Mr D
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Mr D. thank you for wonderful interviews ! I did not always get to read them but the ones I did were marvelous !!!
Lila your a lucky girl !
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Yes! Another chance to win this 🙂
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The book trailer looks great! They did an excellent job on it 🙂
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Thanks for hosting all of the RH’s. It was a pleasure for me.
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I have been looking forward to this post and now its here! Wonderful interview! You two are so sweet. You make me smile! 🙂 Congrats on your release Mrs. D. Hope A Midnight Dance is your best seller yet! Quote: “Lushly erotic and deeply romantic…”.
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Elizabeth Hoyt said, “Lushly erotic and deeply romantic.”
I tried to get AMD this weekend, but my bookstore was out, so I’ll have to try and win a copy while I wait. 😀 This was a fabulous interview, and while I’m behind reading the other RH interviews, I want to say thanks for doing them! It’s not hard to see why Lila is so inspired. 😀
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Mr D – it has been an amazing month reading the RH interviews and, as I previously mentioned, I will miss my daily dose of humor. Thank you to both you and Mrs D for a well planned and executed blog party. I’m looking foward to the monthly RH posts!
I’ve already won A Midnight Dance from The Season Blog, so please do not include me in this drawing.
I wish you both continued success and happiness.
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Dear Mr and Mrs D,
Thank you for a wonderfully entertaining blog party. This has been a great way to build excitement and awareness of the publication of your new book. Kudos for the inspiration!
I can’t wait to read this book, but winning it from you would make it even more special. Please enter my name in the drawing.
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Oops, I almost forgot the review quote. From The Romance Dish: “Simply put, this is one fabulous book!!” (I chose this one for the double-exclamation!!)
Thanks again,
Laura
What a great book trailer – very evocative and lush! With a recommendation from Elizabeth Hoyt (“Lushly erotic and deeply romantic!”), it’s got to be a great book!
Can’t wait to pick it up 🙂
Thanks for the amazing Blog Party – it’s been a blast reading about things from the husband’s point of view, and I’m glad that this will be a reoccurring feature.
Happy launch day!
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This has been a fun party, I’m just sorry I was so late.
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OMG! I loooooooove the book trailer.
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Mr. D, you have done a wonderful job hosting other RH’s on Lila’s blog. Congrats Lila on the release of A MIDNIGHT DANCE.
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I miss you, Lila!!! Your hub is so hot, sweet, charming and he loves you, babe! hugs, Thea
Fabulous interview! I think this whol blog thing with RH was really original and fun. I didn’t get here as much as i wanted to and i’m disappointed about that, but glad to hear it will be back every month. Something to look forward to.
Congrats Lila on your book and Mr D for all his hard work on the blog.
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Great interview and beautiful trailer! I like Fresh Fiction’s review – “Jules de Moutier is the prince charming all women dream of!”
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I loved the blogs Mr. DiPasqua and yours was the best. Cannot wait to read more each month.
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Mr. D – All reviews I’ve read for A Midnight Dance have praised Lila’s writing and the story but my favorite quote from the trailer was Elizabeth Hoyt’s “Lushly erotic and deeply romantic”. To me that one summed up how a feel about all of Lil’s wonderful stories. I should have known from your first interviews why I identified with you so much. Today you answered why I felt that way. My younger son has an electrical engineering degree from The Citadel and a MBA from the University of South Carolina. My favorite quote of him talking on the phone… Read more »
Hi Mr D I loveeddd your answers theyw ere fun great! so ty for that and that book trailor is awesomeness
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I cant wait to read this book !
Love the blogs all month long!!! Kudos Mr. D!
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The best Interview ever Mr & Mrs D. Love the wedding photo.
Adored the video Lushly Erotic and deeply romantic…Elizabeth Hoyt I am sure I will Agree once I get my copy.
Have a good one & good luck to everyone.
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I loved this whole series of hubbies being interviewed!! Thanks for the chance to see our favorite authors from a more personal, yet different, light!
Aw, Mr. DiPasqua! You sounded so sweet, even with the checking out her backside part!
“Lushly erotic… and deeply romantic.” and we can all believe what Elizabeth Hoyt says!
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Mr and Mrs. DiPasqua,You two make such a cute couple! From reading this interview I can sense the chemistry between you two. and I can definitely see why Lila writes romances and creates heroes and heroines that readers can fall in love with. Mr. DiPasqua, my favourite sport happens to be hockey so I’m glad you hear you have coached a kid’s team. Hockey is like religion to us Canadians 🙂 Glad to hear you two are too! A Midnight’s Dance is on my wishlist. I’ve been hearing lots of great reviews on it such as… “Simply put, this is… Read more »
Aww I can see the chemistry between Mr. D and Mrs. D even in text! I can feel that you both love each other so much. Even though I do not really believe in love at first sight, your story makes me want to believe. Thanks for sharing it with us!
Elizabeth Hoyt said of A Midnight Dance: “Lushly erotic and deeply romantic!”
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I loved hanging out with all you hubbies this month! I’m looking forward to your monthly DH reviews now! I love your wifes books and thanks for sharing with us! Your a sweetie! BTW who, doesn’t like cheese? LOL!
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My quote is from Fresh Fiction: “Jules de Moutier is the prince charming all women dream of!” Lila, thanks so much for lending your blog to Mr. D. this past month. Mr. D., I have enjoyed all your interviews, but I think I enjoyed yours and Lila’s most of all. Checking her out from behind and opening the end of a date with a kiss… Lol! Also loved your wedding picture. It’s easy to tell that you both love each other very much. What a great idea for you to interview a RH each month! So glad this will continue!… Read more »
PS: Forgot to say how much I enjoyed A Midnight Dance’s trailer. Makes me want to read it even more. It has had so many lovely reviews.
“Simply put this is on fabulous book” I can’t wait to get this book because I have heard so many wonderful things about it.
Great interveiw Mr. D. So glad to here you will be coming back first of every month. I have really enjoyed these blog post, very interesting. Thanks so much for sharing the RH’s these past weeks with us.
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Great interviews loved hearing groom RH’s
What a great interview. I love that you sang to Lila the first night you met her. So sweet.
Quote-“Jules de Moutier is the prince charming all women dream of!”-Fresh Fiction
I have enjoyed visiting daily and seeing all the great interviews. This was such a great idea.
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Loved your interview and wish I had a Mr. D. all my very own!
Oh! The quote I have for you is,
“Simply put, this is one fabulous book. The Romance Dish
Hope I win!
JH!
Dont count me in to win a copy…as I already have one!! Got it in the mail today and can’t wait to crack that cover. But I just had to say how much fun I had following the Midnight Dance Ball. I found some new interesting authors and got a lot of laughs. It is so nice to see two people devoted to each other and still in love, and what a great wedding picture! I always love the ones that catch real moments and not posed, bonus that you didn’t drop the plates!
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Thank you for a delightful interview. You make a lovely couple.
These interviews have been both fun and enlightening. I am glad you are going to continue them.
My favorite quote is from Fresh Fiction: “Jules de Moutier is the prince charming all women dream of!”
The trailer is nicely done. Love the music.
You don’t need to enter me for a copy of A MIDNIGHT DANCE. I already have one.
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