IT HAD TO BE YOU is book # 4 in the Grayson Friends series, and my 3rd book in 2010. While IT HAD TO BE YOU was a fun book to write, it required a great deal of research. I have a habit of giving secondary characters professions because they fit at the time. The problem comes when it's time to write the person's book and I have no idea how or why they do what they do. Since I firmly believe we are shaped by our childhood, I have to answer those questions. That was especially true when I sat down to write IT HAD TO BE YOU.

I knew the perfect man for Laurel Raineau, a classical violinist, would be Zachary "Rolling Deep" Wilder Albright, a hot-shot LA music producer. Although I love music, I knew nothing about producing an album and even less about a classical violinist.

Luckily for me, like Zach "Rolling Deep", I know people. Smile. Rosalyn Story is a gifted violinist as well as a fantastic author. She was kind enough to give me real insight into why she selected the violin, the training, the music. When I needed a record producer, Alecia Thompson, a local radio personality, connected me with Kristi B., a dynamic record producer and singer. I was blown away by her incredible voice and so very thankful that she allowed me into her recording studio to see how it's done.

Once I had the background, I could weave Zach and Laurel's story, but here again, it wasn't easy. Laurel's music might have touched Zach deeply, but she wants nothing to do with a man the tabloids reports as a party animal. When his agent can't get past her agent, Zach takes matters into his own hands, tracks Laurel down in Playa del Carmen and introduces himself by his real name. Neither expect the intense sexual attractions. It's just a matter of time before Laurel learns Zach's true identity - and she's not going to be happy.

I warmly invite you to visit my web site at www.francisray.com to read the prequel, NO ONE BUT YOU, and view the book video, which gives you a real flavor for IT HAD TO BE YOU.

All the best,
Francis