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PHOTO: Susan Mac Nicol, celebrated romance author and screenwriter, in a candid moment. Exploring Love and London
SUSAN MAC NICOL
S Behind the Scenes with the Prolific Romance Author
usan Mac Nicol is a name that romance readers hold dear, known
Susan Mac Nicol discusses her inspiration for the Men of
London series, the influence of Benedict Cumberbatch on her
for her ability to weave writing, and her experiences in both novel and scriptwriting.
steamy, sexy, and fun contem- glimpse into the passions and expe-
creative spirit.
Join us as Susan Mac Nicol takes us on a journey through her literary and personal adventures, offering a
especially in terms of dialogue, riences that shape her writing.
porary romance stories. With
a knack for suspenseful, gritty, and dark themes, her work re- mains consistently entertaining. Beyond her role as a prolific author, Susan is the Editor in Chief at Divine Magazine, an online entertainment e-zine, and holds memberships with both The Society of Authors and
the Authors Guild in the US. Her talents extend into screen- writing, where she has earned accolades for scripts based on her own published works.
London to life through diverse and captivating stories. She shares her journey of transforming admiration for Benedict Cumberbatch into
pacing, and visual storytelling. Susan’s versatility spans across genres, blending contemporary ro- mance with elements of romantasy, suspense, and emotional depth. She reflects on balancing these diverse elements to create stories that reso- nate deeply with readers.
Finally, Susan’s love for theatre, live music concerts, and horror films serves as a wellspring of inspiration for her storytelling and creative process. From the gran- deur of Phantom of the Opera to the psychological thrill of Stephen King’s The Stand, her wide-ran- ging interests continually fuel her
Your Men of London series features diverse and captiva- ting stories set in the vibrant landscape of London. What inspired you to create this se- ries, and how do you approach crafting the unique tales for each instalment?
I’m a lover of London and I thou- ght it would be wonderful to create stories based around London and introduce the readers to the vibrant city I love. It has so much to offer, and by seeing the city through the eyes of these different men as they look for love and a relationship, I believed it would create a world
In our exclusive interview, Susan delves into the inspiration behind her beloved Men of London series, which brings the vibrant city of
the character Bennett Saville in Cassandra by Starlight, offering insight into the challenges and triumphs of adapting a story from screenplay to novel. Furthermore, Susan opens up about exploring the quirky and intriguing world
of London’s fetish community in Welcome to Fetish Alley, ensuring authenticity and sensitivity in her depiction of this unique subculture.
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We also discuss how her award-winning scriptwriting expe- rience influences her novel writing,