Interview with Sawyer Bennett, Author of Formula Fling (Race Fever Book 1)

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Formula Fling (Race Fever Book 1)?

I love sports, and I love romance, and from my very first book, I started combining the two. I’m known for my hockey romances, but I also have written equine sports and now I wanted to combine love and Formula One racing. How I came to be a Formula One fan is actually part of a love story. I had started dating a wonderful man and he had a then twenty year old son that is really into Formula One racing. I was terrified of meeting his kids so in an effort to have something to talk about, I started watching the documentary Drive to Survive on Netflix, which follows the Formula One racing world. Our first meeting a smash hit because I could talk about the sport with him and in turn, they both told me I should write a romance book based around this sport. So there you have it… romance led to a romance race series!!!!

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

My favorite genres to read (listen to on audio) are thriller, horror and fantasy romance. I rarely read contemporary romance and I think that’s just because so much of my writing energy goes into my books. And in case you’re wondering, my favorite author is Dean Koontz.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I’m currently burning through the Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas as well as doing a re-read of my Chronicles of the Stone Veil series because I love those books so much!

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

My favorite scene was when Lex found out Posey’s secret and confronted her with it!!!

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

No quirky habits at all, but I do have two furry companions who are always by my side when I’m writing, no matter where I’m writing. My two Bernese Mountain Dogs, Radley and Dill. They’re Velcro dogs.

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

I have two that have served me well. The first is, “If it’s not broke, break it”. I’ve relied on that time and again to get me to think outside the box and take chances for growth, both personally and professionally. The second is, “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” That one needs no explanation!

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

I think the simple message is to shoot for your dreams, no matter how outlandish they might be. Be big, be daring, be bold, but be yourself.

Sawyer Bennett is the author of the new book Formula Fling (Race Fever Book 1)

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