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Here is my interview with Kris Tualla

30 Saturday Nov 2013

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Name: Kris Tualla

Age: 60 (!)

Where are you from: I live in Phoenix. I’m from Wisconsin.

A little about yourself: I’m a retired high school teacher, married for over 36 years, with four adult children, no grandchildren, and a new standard poodle puppy!

Fiona: Tell us your latest news.

 

Kris: I currently have a boxed set available on Kindle through DECEMBER 31st – five full-length books about 3 generations of Hansen men. The books are normally $5.99 each, but the set is only $9.99!

http://www.amazon.com/Hansens-America-Box-Set-Nicolas-ebook/dp/B00GM4NGNG/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1385762357&sr=1-1&keywords=hansens+in+america

Fiona: When and why did you begin writing? What inspired you to write your first book?

 

Kris: I started writing in 2006 because I am a huge fan of Diana Gabaldon’s “Outlander” series. She said that the best way to learn to write a book was to write a book. So I did.

Fiona: If you had to choose, which writer would you consider a mentor?              

 

Kris: Six months into this journey, I actually had the opportunity to spend six hours at a conference in a small critique group with Diana Gabaldon. Since then, we have kept in contact and she has been extremely encouraging! In fact, she will be the keynote speaker at Buildin’ the Dream next May!

http://arizonadreaminevent.com/

Fiona: When did you first consider yourself a writer?

 

Kris: When I finished my first manuscript – at over 100,000 words – and my beta readers LOVED it.

Fiona: Do you have a specific writing style?

Kris: Yes – it’s pretty fast paced. Only as much description as is necessary, and cut the scenes that aren’t!

Fiona: How did you come up with the title?             

Kris: Well… I have 12 books out, and 3 more I’ve just begun. When I title a book, I always look on Amazon to see if there are any books already out with the same title. After I read this question, I realized that I tend to refer to my heroes in the titles.

Fiona: Who designed the covers?                              


Kris:On the seven self-published novels, I did. On the five with Desert Breeze Publishing, co-founder Jenifer Ranieri did.

Fiona: Is there a message in your novel that you want readers to grasp?

Kris: The same as all romance novels, I suppose: happy endings can come true, even if things look hopeless.

Fiona: How much of the books are realistic?

Kris: I always try to make all of my characters’ situations and reactions realistic. And, because I write historicals, I strive to keep the setting details realistic as well. I never want any of my readers to say, “Well that would never happen!”

Fiona: What is the hardest part about writing your books? Do you see writing as a career?

 

Kris: Absolutely! And it’s becoming harder and harder to find time to keep my butt in the chair. With twelve books to promote, classes to teach online and in person, opportunities to speak, traveling to conferences, and various other writing-related tasks, I work more hours a week than when I was teaching!

Fiona: Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?

 

Kris: I have five books about a deaf private investigator in the 1700s. Remembering that he can’t hear – and won’t be awakened by a knock on the door, for example – was one part. The other was finding a way to let the reader know how he is communicating: is the dialog signed? Written? Or is someone speaking?

http://www.desertbreezepublishing.com/search.php?search_query=Kris+Tualla&x=47&y=8

Fiona: Did you learn anything from writing your book and what was it?

Mostly I learned to listen to my characters. They often know better than I.

Fiona: Name one entity that you feel supported you outside of family members.

 

Kris: Romance Writers of America – the local chapters!

Fiona: Do you have any advice for other writers?

Kris:  Don’t write in a vacuum, and don’t publish without outside editing and proofing!!!

Fiona: What are your current projects? Can you share a little of your current work with us?

Kris: I just started writing “A Nordic Knight in Henry’s Court” – Part 1 of 3 in a trilogy set in England, Spain, and the Baltic. Here is part of the opening scene:

 

“Spain? Why are you sending me to Spain?” Jakob Hansen demanded, adding a hasty, “Your highness.”

King Christian glared at the knight. “The Order of the Golden Fleece. Have you heard of it?”

“No, your Grace, I’m afraid I have not.” Jakob shifted his stance to take weight off his aching leg.

“It’s an elite order, made up of various sovereigns and noblemen from the whole of Europe.” The king adjusted his ermine-trimmed tunic. “I have decided to become a member.”

Jakob gave the king a nod of understanding. “And you wish me to accompany you to the gathering for your safety.”

Christian snorted his disgust. “No, you nitwit. I am sending you in my stead.”

“In your stead?” Jakob scowled. “Is that acceptable?”

“Of course it’s acceptable. Such important men cannot be expected to abandon their thrones and their many responsibilities to meet in some stuffy cathedral for months on end.” Christian flipped a jeweled and dismissive hand. “They all send their most trusted knights, of course.”

The king’s unanticipated compliment was admittedly satisfying. Even so, it didn’t make the prospect of the long journey any more palatable.

Jakob struggled to keep his irritation concealed. “When am I expected?”

“You’ll leave in seven days. On the way, I want you to visit Henry in England on my behalf. I neglected to make a fuss over the live birth of his daughter, Mary.” Christian squinted and stared at nothing. “I believe she has just passed her second birthday.”

At the very least, the prospect of visiting King Henry the Eighth should prove interesting. “How long will I be absent from your service?”

Christian’s piercing glance shot back to his. “Make no mistake, Hansen. Your will be in my service the entire time you are away. You are to work on my behalf at all times, do you understand?”

Jakob rocked back on his heels and dipped his chin. “Of course.”

Christian’s brow puckered in the way it always did when the Danish king was about to impart unpleasant news. “The Order will convene on January 1st of next year, in Barcelona Cathedral.”

“Seven months?” Jakob blurted. “I leave next week to assume a position that is yet seven months distant?”

“I intend for you to make Henry a strong ally while you spend time in his court.” Christian shrugged. “Charm the man. Charm the queen. Act as though Mary was the most beautiful baby ever born. Do what you must to make him a friend of Denmark.”

“Don’t forget Norway,” Jakob grumbled.

One corner of Christian’s mouth curled. “You never allow me to.”

Jakob dipped his chin again. “We Norsemen are your loyal subjects as well, your Grace.”

 

Fiona: Do you have a website?

 

Kris: http://www.kristualla.com/ And find me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/KrisTualla

Thanks for having me!

Here is our interview with Lynette Willows

30 Saturday Nov 2013

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Name: Lynette Willows

Age: When my Mom was my age, she was much older.

Where are you from: Red neck farm country, about an hour. outside of Edmonton, Alberta.

A little about your self `ie your education Family life ect: Mother of three grown boys, tolerant wife, over educated and under experienced.

 Fiona: Tell us your latest news?

Our first book in the Sons of Liberty series “No Gentleman Is He” was released by Tirgearr Publishing in March of 2013, and we are currently finishing up the second in the series, and already have an outline for the third. Very exciting time for us and I love the stories!

Fiona: When and why did you begin writing?

 I started a very young age, mostly because I’m verbally awkward and always have been. In writing, I can get my thoughts, ideas, fantasies, everything out in a way that sounds clear, intelligent and entertaining.

Fiona: When did you first consider yourself a writer?

 When a publisher saw my satire/humour columns (under a different pen name), she wanted to make them a regular feature in her magazine. I was so flattered when I started to get fan mail. Then I took up freelance journalism and my work was bought and shared all across print mediums. That was also very thrilling and fulfilling for me. That’s when I knew I was a good writer.

Fiona: What inspired you to write your first book?

 I have been writing novels for many years, actually, but lacked the confidence to submit any of them. Authoring is so different from freelance writing. The whole process is different, as are the expectations of readers. For many years, my co-author, Carley Bauer and I wrote interactively on stories secretly. On one story, she mentioned she thought it was interesting enough to be a book, and that we should consider trying to get it published. Needless to say, she has more guts than I have, and when were done editing and primping and making it all pretty, she convinced me it was time and contacted a publisher. To our surprise, the owner of Tirgearr wanted to look at the whole manuscript, we sent it in, and she replied a few weeks later offering us a contract!

Fiona: Do you have a specific writing style?

 I tend to be very descriptive, and I love snappy and witty dialogue, no surprise there since I cut my teeth on humour writing. But with romance novels, you really have to watch it when you’re tackling a serious subject like the American Revolution. My co-author was very generous in allowing me little snippets of humour in there, so I’m grateful to her for indulging me.

Fiona: How did you come up with the title?

 It was a chance comment from a secondary character in “No Gentleman Is He”, when she was warning our heroine about taking a job and getting too close to our hero.

Fiona: Is there a message in your novel that you want readers to grasp?

That if you love someone, you can overcome any obstacle if you work together towards a resolution, no matter how daunting it may be. Also, never judge a book by its cover; in other words, our hero could be considered an anti-hero in many respects. He’s certainly a man of his time.

Fiona: How much of the book is realistic?

A lot of it, actually. We researched this novel extensively, so that we could mix in real events with our love story between Cassandra and Colton. We wanted our readers to smell the gunpowder when the shots were fired in Concord and Lexington, we wanted them to groan when our hero almost got arrested and thrust into an English prison ship, and we wanted them to feel the disappointment when all seemed lost when allies deserted the rebels, leaving the underdog Americans even more desperate. All of these events were played out in reality with real people, although our two main characters’ personal story is fictional.

Fiona: Are experiences based on someone you know, or events in your own life?

 No, but many of the events are based on situations and characters who lived through the times, based on letters we uncovered during our research, and incorporated them into the events unfolding in the story.

Fiona: What books have most influenced your life?

 I love historicals, and biographies, as well as really good literature. My favorite book of all time is “To Kill A Mockingbird”, probably because the main theme of the book is something that occurred every day in those people’s time, but the writer approached it with interesting, flawed characters, was incredibly descriptive and allowed readers to see an issue from all sides, and not in a way they were accustomed. Harper Lee was a gifted writer, and it was a shame she was only known for one book.

Fiona: If you had to choose, which writer would you consider a mentor?

 Again, Harper Lee. Two Canadian writers I admire greatly are Margaret Atwood and Pierre Burton.

Fiona: What book are you reading now?

 I’m actually studying the History of Canada, believe it or not. I’m such a geek. I just finished Alison Weir’s series of biographies as well, most of them on English Tudor rulers.

Fiona: Are there any new authors that have grasped your interest?

Oh yes. Janice MacDonald is very popular, especially in my neck of the woods. She’s a wonderful mystery writer.

Fiona: What are your current projects?

 Again, Book 2 is almost completed in the Sons of Liberty series, and we have the detailed outline of Book 3 complete and I’m already compiling research for that one. I’m also doing a series of short stories and readying them for submission to a magazine for speculative fiction. This is a long shot, because it’s a new genre for me to tackle. Should be interesting to see what happens.

Fiona: Name one entity that you feel supported you outside of family members.

 My co-author Carley is mostly responsible for supporting me and keeping my confidence up enough to keep trying as an author. She believed in me, and for that I will remain forever grateful to her.

Fiona: Do you see writing as a career?

 Definitely. Pay is awful for most authors, but the rewards are uncountable.

Fiona: If you had to do it all over again, would you change anything in your latest book?

If I answered that, I’d be shooting myself in the foot. Yes, there are a few things, but what I would change, others might think made the book great. Each person would have a different answer to that one.

Fiona: Do you recall how your interest in writing originated?

Again, as a child. I was too shy to talk to anyone, and when I did, I usually screwed it up and said something stupid. With writing, you can edit; with speech, not so much.

Fiona: Can you share a little of your current work with us?

You mean, like, an excerpt? Sure, be glad to. I’m going to share my favorite part of it: The rebels have found out they have been betrayed, and now they had to get their leaders, including Sam Adams and John Hancock into hiding before the English Army can arrest them, They also have to save their precious supply of armaments, so they leave to rush to the various secret depots and to warn everyone. But the English Army mobilized a few hours earlier than expected, so Cassandra (whom Colton called Casey) is determined to warn the men, especially Colton, our reluctant hero.

Excerpt “No Gentleman Is He”

“Come,” Abigail touched her shoulder, urging her back into the parlor. “There is nothing you can do. Besides, you do not even know where they went.”

“I know they went to Lexington or Concord, based on what they discussed here…” Cassandra said, uncertainly. “I should be able to find them on the road…” Her voice faded, watching her aunt return to the parlor.

Picking up her cup with her back to Cassandra, she said, “Come and sit and finish your tea, my child. They will certainly hear the…” Cassandra did not hear anymore and she pulled the door closed behind her.

Cassandra quickly saddled Thunder and, with the help of a crate she used as a mounting block, settled in the saddle and rode out in search of the men.

On the road, she passed the line of marching soldiers. She ignored the command to stop, barreling by the officers in front and dodging one who reached out to grab the reins. She ducked into a side street. Unfamiliar with Beacon Hill, she knew Thunder could out-run British mounts and get her safely back on track. The sound of thundering hooves soon faded.

She rode recklessly through the dark, hoping her horse did not stumble over the ruts in the roads and throw her. Luckily the soldiers did not seem to consider a lone woman worth the effort to pursue. As she put distance between her and the soldiers, she suspected it was mere luck more than skill that kept her mounted.

When she came to the crossroads, she reined up abruptly, causing Thunder to rear and toss his head before coming to a stop. Mud rose up, splattering the hem of her dress but she paid no mind. She studied the signs, indecisive. Was it Lexington, or Concord? She searched her memory for which city was more urgent, based on the conversation the men held at Aunt Abigail’s. They said the leaders were vital, and that meant Lexington. She turned and started down the road to Lexington, but stopped abruptly yet again, circling Thunder. He snorted in frustration at the rough treatment.

Colton would be more concerned about the arms, she knew, while Jackson would be concerned about the men. She circled her horse again, trying to make up her mind.

The men were more important, and she knew she should warn Jackson first, since he was no doubt heading in that direction.

Cassandra kicked her horse, having made up her mind. She rode to the crossroads and turned toward Concord, trying to make up wasted time. Her concern for Colt overrode her duty.

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The men spent the entire night and the early morning routing the English soldiers, as more and more men joined them from the countryside. Entrenched in ditches and behind trees, guerilla-style ambushes were not what the British soldiers expected, having taken up their street-style fighting in three rows of troops. As the number of Colonialist men joined in the fighting, the soldiers were ultimately overwhelmed by the sheer fierceness of the opposition, and the steadily increasing number of rebels.

From his position on the bank of the ditch, Colton felt the sting of the gunpowder and smoke from the line of men on either side of him. He glanced over as he reloaded and saw a boy huddled down in the grass, tears flowing down his face and clutching his musket like it was a doll.

“Buck up, boy!” he shouted. “You are not shooting rabbits in your backwoods anymore.” The boy turned and stared at Colton with a blank face, and he suspected the boy had joined in the fray for fun but soon realized this was no game. The boy was dazed with horror. He could not have been more than sixteen summers. Colton was not surprised when the boy run away.

He shifted positions, scuttling along the line, shouting for the men to reload and continue firing. He looked over his shoulder to see Jackson, shouting out encouragement to the men, uplifting their confidence each time a man fell. Behind Jackson, Colton saw more men running across the field, darting from tree to tree, some rushing under the bridge and splashing through the shallow part of the spring-melt river to get to the rebel crowded ditch.

Eventually, the English troops split. Some broke the line, racing back to Boston and the safety of the fort. Some were cut off from the main troops and being driven back to the town of Concord. The sight of retreating red coats cheered the men, and jeering broke out from the American rebels. Colton fought with a fierce joy, feeling a grim satisfaction when two soldiers fell to his gunfire. Most of the rebels gave chase toward Boston, ambushing along the way. They had effectively cut the army in half.

The rebels left behind saw fires lighting the sky. Plumes of smoke from the town alerted them to the crisis arising from Concord.

Another concern now possessed Colton. Cassandra was still in the town, and he feared for her safety.

Seeking out Jackson, he weaved his way through throngs of men gathering about, looking for further direction. Jackson was shouting, trying to gather the men together and restore some semblance of order. A few townsmen prepared to go across North Bridge and defend Concord and their homes, but Jackson and the rest were to follow the retreating soldiers.

“Jackson,” shouted Colton breathlessly as he trotted toward his friend.

Jackson turned, haggard. “Colton, by God, you are still alive. I lost sight of you. I was worried.”

“Jackson, I have to go back to Concord,” said Colton as he surveyed the area. “What a mess,” he added, shaking his head at the corpses scattered about the road and beyond, both rebel and scarlet-coated soldiers.

“Our losses were heavy, but theirs are more so,” said Jackson with grisly satisfaction. Then he turned, startled. “What do you mean, you are heading back to Concord? Are you insane? We are on the chase to send a few more to hell before they hit Boston!”

Colton started to reload his rifle as he explained. “I left Casey back in Concord, in the house where we took shelter. I have to go back and fetch her.” He clutched his powder bag between his teeth while he carefully poured some down the barrel and then tamped it down tight.

He looked up to see Jackson staring at him with disbelief. “Cassandra? What on earth is she doing in Concord? She was at her aunt’s in Boston. Colton, what in God’s name did you do now?”

Fiona: Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?

 I have adjective disease, more of an addiction, really. I over use them, then have to do drastic cutting when it comes to the edit.

Fiona: Do you have to travel much concerning your book(s)?

 I don’t, but Carley did. She lives close to the very areas where much of the story occurs. I like the nit-picky details that surprise us and the readers, but she does a lot of the heavy drudgery parts.

Fiona: Who designed the covers?

 Our illustrious publisher, Kemberlee Shortland of Tirgearr Publishing. She did a beautiful job, too, don’t you think?

Fiona: What was the hardest part of writing your book?

Debating details with Carley was challenging, but it was also the most fun. We love the debates.

Fiona: Did you learn anything from writing your book and what was it?

 I found out quite a few surprising details about the Revolution, many which are not general knowledge. I love that. The fact that I’m a cheeky Canadian who found out a lot of the details was particularly funny to both me and Carley. But then, I love trivia and research.

Fiona: Do you have any advice for other writers?

 Read…a lot! You can’t hope to be a writer until you’re a voracious reader. Read the bad, the good and the ugly because you’ll learn something about your chosen craft by all of it. Then write…a lot! For the same reasons. At first, you’ll suck, but with practice, keeping your toolbox full of well used writing tools like grammar, and keeping a sense of humour with criticism, you’ll eventually become good.

Fiona: Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers?

 Yes. I love readers. They’re the ones that are the real artists. They will turn a bunch of symbols on a page and turn the characters into real life personalities and the plot into a block buster movie in their heads. I have more pride in being a reader than I ever will as a writer.

Fiona: Other than writing do you have any hobbies

Reading (a lot!), gardening, camping and fishing, training dogs, and chasing tornados when I get bored.

Fiona: What TV shows/films do you enjoy watching?

I’m a BBC fan, and I love British programs, especially mysteries. I’m so glad they are prevalent in Canada.

Fiona: Favorite foods / Colors/ Music

: Favorite colour is red, food is barbequed ribs and stuffed baked potatoes, and for music, classical and country & western.

Fiona: If you were not a writer what else would you like to have done?

 I was a social worker for a while, and while it was often heart breaking, it was also rewarding and very exciting. As a worker, I was chased by a shotgun wielding man, lost in the bush looking for a remote foster home, and met the most interesting people I have ever had the privilege to know, including an old Blackfoot woman, 84 years old when I knew her, who put her three kids through University by working a trap line in our harsh Alberta winters. She was without a husband and didn’t speak a word of English. We communicated through sign language of a sorts. A very noble woman who, I’m proud to say, had tea with me and called me a “human being”. I found out later, she never associated with white people.

 Fiona: Do you have a blog/website? If so what is it?

http://lynettewillows.blogspot.ca/

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lynette-Willows-Carley-Bauer/278323855613717

https://www.facebook.com/lynette.willows

 

Here is our interview with Lucy O’Farrell Carter.

30 Saturday Nov 2013

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Name: Lucy O’Farrell Carter.

Age: 45.

Where are you from: Bradford, West Yorkshire, England.

A little about your self `ie your education Family life ect

I’ve lived in Bradford, West Yorkshire all my life and started writing when I was very young. I decided I wanted to be a writer after my English teacher at middle school told my mum I had a talent for it. Nothing really came of it until I started writing for a Beatles Fan magazine when I had my own column and really started to appreciate the art of writing again. I freelanced for a few years and then, after taking a creative writing course I decided it was time to take this writing lark seriously.

Tell us your latest news?

I have just published my first children’s book which was published this November! It’s a Christmas tale of hope and love called Jet- Forever Home.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1493639412/ocduk02-21

What inspired you to write your first book?

I have very fond memories of my childhood. It was very different back then and we had some great times on the estate that my grandparents lived on. Everyone looked out for each other and the kids played out until the street lamps came on. It was a healthy time. A big part of my life back then was our family dog: Jet. She was a real character and we had a very special relationship. I wanted to capture those times and share them with others.

Do you have a specific writing style?

 

If I had to describe my writing style I would say it was ‘easy reading’. I don’t believe you need to use big words when you can write simply and still be understood and enjoyed. This goes for my adult fiction as well as my children’s stories.

How did you come up with the title?

 

Once I knew the plot of my story, the title was easy. It was about my dog ‘Jet’ and she wanted her ‘forever home’.

Is there a message in your novel that you want readers to grasp?

 

Yes! My story is a simple tale of a puppy dog who wants to be loved and accepted. I want to show that animals have a right to a happy life and that dreams can come true.

How much of the book is realistic?

 

In my head? All of it! No seriously; my story is based on my memories but of course some of it is fiction. In a nutshell: Jet was a real-life puppy who lived with my grandparents. She was brought to the house by Josephine but of course she was accepted immediately and didn’t have to wait for Father Christmas’s blessing. Patch was real too. In fact all the characters are real apart from Penelope the Poodle, Suzie the Squirrel and Mervin the mouse!

What books have most influenced your life most?

To me Enid Blyton was the master story-teller. Her books kept me entertained for hours when I was a child. In fact I still have most of them to this day. If anyone influenced me with my writing it would be Enid.

What book are you reading now?

How to Fall in Love by Cecelia Aherne. She is my favourite present-day author. I love her writing style because it’s easy to read, funny and she has some great story ideas.

What are your current projects?

 

At present I am busy promoting my book Jet- Forever Home. Next year I intend to follow up with a 4-book series when I’ll introduce lots more characters to Jet’s world. I also have another book in the pipeline but this one is for adults.

Name one entity that you feel supported you outside of family members.

 

Apart from my brilliant family and friends I would have to say my writing circle. Through writing my book I have been lucky enough to make some new contacts that have supported and encouraged me – you included by giving me the opportunity for this interview.

Do you see writing as a career?

I would like to think so, but it’s a tough business. Whether I have a writing career or not, I’ll always be a writer.

If you had to do it all over again, would you change anything in your latest book?

 

No I wouldn’t change anything. I think once you have a story in your head there are a million ways you can write it, and over time this can change numerous times! There’s no right or wrong way but it’s important to be happy with the end result.

Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?

The most challenging thing for me is the editing. I find this part of the writing process time-consuming and I torture myself for weeks trying to get it just right.

Do you have to travel much concerning your book(s)?

Only in my mind.

Who designed the covers?

I found a great illustrator called Nicola Spencer who is also from Yorkshire and studied painting and printmaking at the Glasgow School of Art. Nicola uses mixed media to create her illustrations which makes them really interesting. It was great working with her and she really has done justice to some of my favourite memories.

What was the hardest part of writing your book?

Apart from the editing process it was difficult sometimes to entwine fiction with reality. When you are using your own memories, sometimes it’s hard to fabricate.

Did you learn anything from writing your book and what was it?

 

That less is more. As a writer I tend to have a million ideas spinning around my head and I’m often tempted to squeeze them all into one story. Sometimes doing this can spoil the illusion you want to give.

Do you have any advice for other writers?

 

Try to keep focused on your plot and try not to drift off into complicated storylines. Most of all: follow your heart and create what feels right to you. It’s your story.

Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers?

I just hope that anyone who reads my book enjoys it and that it touches them in some way. I try to write stories with meaning and that are uplifting; even though at first they might not seem that way.

Other than writing do you have any hobbies?

Other than writing I really enjoy music, theatre shows and photography. I’m also a 1960s fan.

 

What TV shows/films do you enjoy watching?

I love a good drama and I’m a self-confessed soap fan but I have an awful habit of dissecting storylines. I love most Stephen King films and Jimmy McGovern is my favourite TV writer. I like anything with a twist!

Favorite foods / Colors/ Music

Now you’re talking! I love Asian cuisine and am a curry addict. It has to be vegetarian though. My favourite colour is purple and my music tastes are broad. I love rock, soul, Motown and classical. My favourite group is The Beatles.

If you were not a writer what else would you like to have done?

 I would have loved to have been an entertainer but I never had the confidence or talent to pursue it.

Do you have a blog/website? If so what is it?

http://www.Jetforeverhome.com

http://www.lucycarter.net

Here is my interview with Teresa Waltman

30 Saturday Nov 2013

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Name

My name is Teresa Waltman, but on Facebook I’m under T.M. Waltman. I have a pseudonym (Reese Jacquez)

Age

 It’s said that if a woman is willing to reveal her age, she’s willing to reveal everything.

Where are you from

 Upland, California

A little about yourself i.e. your education Family life ect

 I enjoy the outdoors, spending time with family friends, and taking walks in the park and at the beach. I love classical and instrumental music, museums, and nature. I like aroma therapy baths with candlelight, soft music, and I listen to music while I read. I enjoy reading a lot. In my spare time, I enjoy playing World of Warcraft.

Fiona: Tell us your latest news?

I’ve been doing some rewrites on Allured, getting the manuscript ready to ship out to agents.

Fiona: When and why did you begin writing?

I started writing at the age of twelve. I was bored during one summer, and decided to write a play. From there on out, I started my writing career,

Fiona: When did you first consider yourself a writer?

When I was twenty-four, and wrote my first novel. Now I consider myself a novelist.

Fiona: What inspired you to write your first book?

One day, I took a tablet and started writing. Just an idea came to me and I started writing.

Fiona: Do you have a specific writing style?

Not really. It depends on what type of story I am writing. Half the time it’s narrative, other times it’s written in the first person.

Fiona: How did you come up with the title?

Simply because the title reflects my main character.

Fiona: Is there a message in your novel that you want readers to grasp?

Yes. Not to be inhibited by others.

Fiona: How much of the book is realistic?

None of it, it’s all fiction.

Fiona: Are experiences based on someone you know, or events in your own life?

With Allured, very little. My villain in Allured is based on several people I’ve known all bunched up into one person. Other stories I have started, “Death Howls, and “ The Death of Myra Gray,” have characters centred around people I know, and a few events that have actually happened. So it depends on what story I am telling.  

Fiona: What books have most influenced your life most?

Interview with the Vampire by Anne Rice, A Christmas Carol Charles Dickens

Fiona: If you had to choose, which writer would you consider a mentor?

I would say, Charles Dickens

Fiona: What book are you reading now?

Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, Empty Coffin by Gregg Olsen

Fiona: Are there any new authors that have grasped your interest?

Yes, a few

Fiona: What are your current projects?

Edits on Allured

Fiona: Name one entity that you feel supported you outside of family members.

My life long BFF Diane Davidson

Fiona: Do you see writing as a career?

Yes, I do!

Fiona: If you had to do it all over again, would you change anything in your latest book?

Absolutely. I’d start all over again, keeping the plot, characters, and change few things. Every writer would change their novel.

Fiona: Do you recall how your interest in writing originated?

I got interested in writing at the age twelve, right after my uncle gave me a book called, Notes to myself. I wrote from that point on.

Fiona: Can you share a little of your current work with us?

That would be giving the cow away. Wait for the novel to be released, you’ll be glad you did.

Fiona: Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?

Flushing out the characters. Other than that, not really.

Fiona: Who is your favorite author and what is it that really strikes you about their work?

Charles Dickens. He describes his characters and scene in such a way that you’re pulled into the story, and believe what is going on.

Fiona: Do you have to travel much concerning your book(s)?

No, not yet.

Fiona: Who designed the covers?

No one, still looking for someone.

Fiona: What was the hardest part of writing your book?

All the distractions.

Fiona: Did you learn anything from writing your book and what was it?

Yes. That there are more stories in my head waiting to be born.

Fiona: Do you have any advice for other writers?

Just write. After it’s finished put it away for several months, take it out and read through it. And don’t let anyone tell you how your story should go.

Fiona: Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers?

Strive to be the very best that you can be. Don’t let anyone tell you that you Can’t!

Fiona: Other than writing do you have any hobbies

I enjoy baking during the holidays, and playing games when I have the chance.

Fiona: What TV shows/films do you enjoy watching

Anything that is paranormal, and supernatural suspense. I enjoy a good chick-flick and comedies.

Fiona: Favorite foods / Colors/ Music

My favourite food is Mexican, but I enjoy many foods. I don’t have a favourite color anymore, but like many color combinations. (i, e, red, yellow, and black together). As far as music, I enjoy most anything, except for rap.

Fiona: If you were not a writer what else would you like to have done ?

An archaeologist, or nature explorer.

Fiona: Do you have a blog/website? if so what is it?

http://teresawaltman1965.blogspot.com/

Here is my interview with Ruthie Madison

29 Friday Nov 2013

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Name I was born Ruth Esther Derby but my Author name is Ruthie Madison

Age 46

Where are you from California, US.

A little about your self `ie your education Family life ect

 I am currently single and I live with my mother and sister. When I am, not writing, I do the family shopping and my share of cooking and doing the dishes.  I have a bachelor of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies, but I am unemployed.

 

Fiona: Tell us your latest news?

I just finished the Nanowrimo 2013 challenge. Nanowrimo is short for National Novel Writing Month which challenges writers to write 50 thousand words in 30 days I also recently published my third book Jesus Paid It All.

Fiona: When and why did you begin writing?

I began writing when I was a young woman, but not for publication until 2011. I write mainly for escape. My stories started out as wish fulfillment but now they are turning out much more than that.

Fiona: When did you first consider yourself a writer?

When Marge was published. Marge was my first book but now since I have the rights to the back, and it has been badly edited, I rewrote it and is now called A Second chance at Love.

Fiona: What inspired you to write your first book?

My boring life and how I felt about having to live in my father’s home.

Fiona: Do you have a specific writing style?

I suppose you can say I tend to write more than 1 point of view but I am working on it. Other than that, I don’t know.

Fiona: How did you come up with the title?

For my third book, it was a song. I listened to a worship leader sing “Jesus Paid It All,” I thought  “Wouldn’t that make a great title.” My book was originally named Darlene’s Nightmare, but as I listen to the song, it seemed to fit!

Fiona: Is there a message in your novel that you want readers to grasp?

No matter what sin you have committed, Jesus  is there to forgive you. Jesus said that the only unforgiveable sin is blaspheme against the Holy Spirit. All other sin had been forgiven at the cross. You just have to repent and move on.

Fiona: How much of the book is realistic?

I try to make it as realistic as possible.  If someone who is a Wiccan reads it, they may disagree with me, but I base any kind of magic as evil. There is no such thing as good magic or white magic. Any power that does not come from God, is evil. The Bible is clear on that.
Fiona: Are experiences based on someone you know, or events in your own life?

No, but as for my first too books, (A Second Chance at Love and the Past Hunter) The MC is a little like me. I have been found out that each of them is a foreshadowing of my life

Fiona: What books have most influenced your life most?

The Bible.

Fiona: If you had to choose, which writer would you consider a mentor?

Kathy Ree. She was my editor but I have learned from her where I can improve by her suggestions she had made in my manuscript.

Fiona: What book are you reading now?

I’m reading two books: one is kindle and the other not: Haunted By Her Past(Paperback) by Kelly Hagen and I am finishing reading The Dream Student by J.J Benedetto

Fiona: Are there any new authors that have grasped your interest?

Not yet

Fiona: What are your current projects?

I am working on rewriting my fourth book which is a YA fiction. I also am working another version of A Second Chance at Love

Fiona: Name one entity that you feel supported you outside of family members.

Other than God, my boyfriend. He is my biggest fan.

Fiona: Do you see writing as a career?

No, because I haven’t majored in English to write as  people would want me too. I write what comes to my mind, but some have told me my writing is rushed and not too descriptive. And since I can’t afford to hire an editor and cover design artist, it will have to be like a side job.

Fiona: If you had to do it all over again, would you change anything in your latest book?

Nope. I am not going to change it just because some biased person might tell me I have it all wrong.

Fiona: Do you recall how your interest in writing originated?

I believe I got it from my grandmother and God had passed it down to me. I have always loved creative writing.

Fiona: Can you share a little of your current work with us?

My current work is a Young Adult fiction which is tentatively titled “Kalliwagans” It is about this young lady who has been kidnapped by a “Kalliwagan” that is not from Earth, but another world. The Kalliwagan is a “people” who look human but possess a beauty that far surpassses all beauty in perfection. These beings were sent to bring back the main character’s mother back with them because she is one too.

Fiona: Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?

My one challenge is trying to show my readers and not tell them

Fiona: Who is your favorite author and what is it that really strikes you about their work?

My favorite author is Carmen DeSousa. She writes Romantic suspense as a Happily Ever After.

Fiona: Do you have to travel much concerning your book(s)?

No

Fiona: Who designed the covers?

My first book, I did myself with a little help by Michael Lorde, my second book Samantha Fury and my third book, I used a photo I took at church and asked Lori Follet to make it look Gothic

Fiona: What was the hardest part of writing your book?

Finding someone who can edit my book at a low  or no price. Otherwise I already mentioned it in my challenge.

Fiona: Did you learn anything from writing your book and what was it?

Not to leave out certain auxiliary verbs.

Fiona: Do you have any advice for other writers?

Research, don’t give up, and make sure you hire an editor

Fiona: Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers?

All my inspirations or ideas comes from God.

Fiona: Other than writing do you have any hobbies

I love to crochet, read and  walk.

Fiona: What TV shows/films do you enjoy watching?

NCIS, and CSI are but the only tv shows I watch.

Fiona: Favorite foods / Colors/ Music

I love Italian food, and chicken. My favorite colors are pink green, brown and black. I love to listen to Praise and Worship music, and country music.

Fiona: If you were not a writer what else would you like to have done?

Still waiting for the day I can teach.

Fiona: Do you have a blog/website? If so what is it?

My blog: http://www.madisonpost.wordpress.com

My website: http://www.secondhanceseries.webs.com

Here is my interview with Eric R. Asher

28 Thursday Nov 2013

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Name
Eric R. Asher

Age
36

Where are you from

Saint Louis, Missouri

A little about your self `ie your education Family life ect
I live in the suburbs of Saint Louis. My family has been in the area for as long as any of us can remember. I think the furthest any of us have lived from Saint Louis is about an hour and a half. I guess you could say we’ve put down some roots.

Fiona: Tell us your latest news?

Wolves and the River of Stone was recently released, and I am so happy to say the response has been very positive. I’m just now starting to edit book three and we’re hoping to release it at the end of winter or in early spring.

Fiona: When and why did you begin writing?

I’ve been writing casually since high school. It was 2005 when I decided I wanted to write an entire novel. I spent a year writing an excessively long space opera. Then I read it! It was terrible, but what a great learning experience.

Fiona: When did you first consider yourself a writer?

I don’t think I considered myself a writer until I started working on my first book. Really, though, we’re all writers as soon as we put those first words down for any story.

Fiona: What inspired you to write your first book?

I’ve loved reading since I was very young. Filling out those little maps the library used to hand out as a “reading challenge” was one of my favorite summer activities between school years. At some point in time, I’m not sure when exactly, I would to wonder as I read ‘Wouldn’t it have been neat if they’d done this, or a character had this ability, or if the rules of the world were just a little bit different?’ It eventually led me to write stories and that led me to write my own books.

Fiona: Do you have a specific writing style?

I usually have a rough idea of the plot in my head. I choose a few key scenes I want to write, and then fill in the blanks as I go, so to speak.

Fiona: How did you come up with the title?

I’m pretty sure it will be fairly obvious if someone reads Wolves and the River of Stone.

Fiona: Is there a message in your novel that you want readers to grasp?

There are themes, yes, but what I really want readers to get out of the story is whatever they need—be that a laugh, an adventure, an escape, or something more.

Fiona: How much of the book is realistic?

Just the magic. 😉 Several of the locations are based on real places, and I actually visited most of them for this book.

Fiona: Are experiences based on someone you know, or events in your own life?

I had a short bout with lycanthropy when I was younger, but other than that, not so much. 😉

Fiona: What books have most influenced your life most?

My favorite books from when I was younger had a huge impact on what I like to read, and what I like to write. I will always owe thanks to Robert Asprin for his Myth Adventures series. They are such a wonderful blend of humor and adventure that I loved when I was a kid. Northworld by David Drake single handedly turned me into a huge fan of military science fiction.

Fiona: What book are you reading now?

I am currently reading Reduced by Robin Tidwell. It’s an interesting dystopian novel that takes place in the Saint Louis area.

Fiona: What are your current projects?

Book three of the Vesik Series.

Fiona: If you had to do it all over again, would you change anything in your latest book?

Nope. I am quite happy with how it turned out.

Fiona: Can you share a little of your current work with us?

I eased the bullets into my six-barreled pepperbox one at a time, forgoing the speed loader in the name of intimidation. Lewis’s eyes went wide and locked onto the gun.

“Where is she?” I said. I took a deep breath, the Missouri River beside us masking every other scent aside from the decay of the blasted zombies. The shadowed tree lines hid us from the nearby population of Saint Charles.

Lewis shook his head.

Two days ago we learned Philip was still alive. Yesterday his servants kidnapped Zola. I didn’t know why they took her, but she didn’t go quietly. The Watchers would be using a spatula to clean out the alley where she was taken.

“You sicced your zombies on us?” I said. “A fairy and a necromancer?” I glared at Lewis. “I find myself … irritated.”

Lewis held up his hand and started to speak.

I holstered the pepperbox under my arm and wrapped my hand around the shield rune on my staff. A flowing glass surface sprang to life as a thread of power wound into the wood and metal.

“Don’t even think about it,” I said.

Despair washed over Lewis’s face. He was breaking, and I could see it.

Fiona: Who is your favorite author and what is it that really strikes you about their work?

One? Just one? Can you feel my exasperation over here? 😉 At the moment, Neil Gaiman is at the top of my list. I had one heck of a book hangover after The Ocean at the End of the Lane. Loved it! I’ve been hooked on Gaiman’s work since I read The Sandman graphic novels.

Fiona: Do you have to travel much concerning your book(s)?

I like to visit the locations I’m writing about whenever possible, so that has led to a little bit of time on the road.

Fiona: Who designed the covers?

Claudia with Phatpuppy Art, Teresa Yeh Photography, and Bookish Brunette Designs.

Fiona: Do you have any advice for other writers?

Keep writing. Your first draft for any story will probably have some major issues, so rewrite it. A lot. Before you submit anything to anyone, be sure to hire an editor. Our brains are incredibly good at showing us what we think we wrote and not the mass of typos and missing words that are actually on the page.

Fiona: Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers?

I would like them to know how much I appreciate them taking the time to read these books. Being able to share these stories with other people who enjoy them has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.

Fiona: Other than writing do you have any hobbies

I’ve always been a bit of a collector, which is probably how I ended up on Travel Channel’s Toy Hunter. I collect Transformers and comic books when I’m not reading or writing. Oh, and Worribles.

Fiona: Do you have a blog/website? If so what is it?

http://www.daysgonebad.com

Here is my interview with Alisha Basso

26 Tuesday Nov 2013

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Name  Alisha Basso

Age:  is only a number!

Where are you from:  Reno, Nevada

A little about your self `ie your education Family life ect… Well, I was born and raised in Northern Nevada and have lived here all my life. I live in the desert, but I love the sea.

Fiona: Tell us your latest news?

 I just released my newest novel in The Grace Allen Series, Titled, This Time. It is a paranormal romance and adventure!

Fiona: When and why did you begin writing?

 I actually started telling stories when I was a child. I would tell my friends random stories at night during sleep overs. I didn’t put pen to paper until I was in my thirties.

Fiona: When did you first consider yourself a writer?

 Wow, I think being a writer is actually one of the best titles one can possess and calling myself a writer was hard. I never really did it until my first book, This Blood, began to sell.

Fiona: What inspired you to write your first book?

 I love romance and I absolutely love the paranormal. It was a combination of reading and wanting certain things to happen in books that prompted me to put my own story down. You get what you want when you do it yourself, I always say.

Fiona: Do you have a specific writing style?

Is chaos a style? No, I do have a style and I call it the purge! I throw my story down on the page and then after all the ideas are out of my head, I go in and make it flow.

Fiona: How did you come up with the title?

 My titles are based on the word “This” THIS BLOOD is the first novel in the series followed by THIS CURSE and my latest release, THIS TIME. The final installment will be titled THIS NIGHT and it promises to be a wild adventure!

Fiona: Is there a message in your novel that you want readers to grasp?

Be strong! Know yourself and understand that it is always okay to make mistakes. A life without them is dull indeed.

Fiona: How much of the book is realistic?

Almost nothing. It is set in Reno, Nevada which is a real place so maybe that’s all. I have vampires, warlocks, werewolves, elves, trolls and all sorts of fantastic creatures running amuck!

Fiona: Are experiences based on someone you know, or events in your own life?

No, not at all. I am a total introvert so the lives I create are amazing and daring! I try to move as far away from what I live as possible.

Fiona: What books have most influenced your life most?

 Everything written by Anne Rice. She was the one who really opened my eyes to the sexy and incredible paranormal world. I love Jane Austen! The language and romance are amazing. Honestly I have so many loves it’s too large to list.

Fiona: If you had to choose, which writer would you consider a mentor?

 A few actually, Anne Rice, Kim Harrison and Neeley Bratcher.

Fiona: What book are you reading now?

I’m actually beta reading for an author called, Jason Reyes. He writes amazing steam punk!

Fiona: Are there any new authors that have grasped your interest?

Yes! Neeley Bratcher, JD Nelson and so many more. The rush of talented Indies is amazing and honestly hard to keep up with.

Fiona: What are your current projects?

I am working on the final installment on The Grace Allen Series as well as a new series of short stories, the first is titled Wet – A Mermaids in Land Novella. They are just fun light hearted stories for your trip to the beach or that boring lunch meeting!

Fiona: Name one entity that you feel supported you outside of family members.

Helen Godbey by far. I have never seen her face in person but she is now one of my best friends. Her input and support have been huge for me!

Fiona: Do you see writing as a career?

 I would love for this to be my career! So far though, I do not get to live off of my novels. I’m trying to get myself out there more so that others can discover my stories and enjoy them. Until then…

Fiona: If you had to do it all over again, would you change anything in your latest book?

No. I was happy, so I hope everyone else is happy with it as well.

Fiona: Do you recall how your interest in writing originated?

When I was a child, I loved to tell stories. I don’t know how happy others were to hear them, but I sure loved to do it.

Fiona: Can you share a little of your current work with us?

 My current work is actually out. I don’t have anything not yet released to share, so here is an excerpt from This Time and I will set the scene for you… So this is just after the heroine, Grace, has been injured by mistake by one of her dearest friends. A group of her friends are arguing by her bedside. One is a vampire, one is a warlock, one an elf, two are mortal and one is the Devil himself. *Warning harsh language*

“It’s been weeks. She should be awake by now.”

“She’s repairing herself. A wound like that is no easy thing.”

“But she’s immortal! How long does it take for one of you to heal? My God, Lucian, you should be shot!”

“Ah, now we are getting somewhere! Anyone possess a firearm?”

“Shut up, Seth! You’re not helping anything.”

“Thank you, Ann.”

“Screw you, Lucian! Honestly, you should be shot, after all, this whole thing is your fault!”

“Yes it is, and I am curious, Lucian. When you sent the magic into my beloved, did you mean to blow out the back of her skull? Lucky for you, you stupid bastard, she is hard to kill.”

“Let it go. I swear, reminding me every single chance you get is making you sound like a senile, old man. Oh, wait, how old are you again?”

“You wish to fight? I would love to suck you dry, but ‘idiot’ always upsets my stomach.”

“Come at me again, you son of a bitch, and I swear I’ll make you bleed for a second time.”

“You never touched me. Stop trying to take credit for a wound you had nothing to do with. Concentrate on taking credit for hurting Grace. At least at that you were successful.”

“Fuck you, Seth! You know I never wanted to hurt her! God, people, you have to understand that I didn’t know it was her.”

“It is the only reason you still live. You may be immortal now, but imagine how fun it will be to exist without your limbs?”

“Die off, hybrid. I’m only sorry it wasn’t you walking through that door.”

“Hybrid? Oh, aren’t we the pot calling the kettle black? And I must say, if it was me walking through that door, your sad attempt at attack would have been useless with my teeth in your neck.”

“None of this is helping, my friends.”

“Nothing is helping! Fat lot of good your healing has done. Why isn’t she better yet?”

“Calm yourself, Jamie. She will be well. She is strong.”

“You don’t know that for sure, none of you do.”

“Oh, sweet girl, I wouldn’t say that. I wouldn’t say that at all.”

END SCENE*

Fiona: Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?

Finding peace and quiet to concentrate. I have a house full of kids who make quiet time a very rare commodity.

Fiona: Who is your favorite author and what is it that really strikes you about their work?

I adore Anne Rice. She has such passion and feeling in her work. He characters have the power to grab you and hold on tight.

Fiona: Do you have to travel much concerning your book(s)?

 So far no. I have only been out as an author for not quite two years. I will be attending my first conference in St. Louis in 2014.

Fiona: Who designed the covers?

My cover designer is AMAZING! His name is Ronnell D. Porter and he truly has a gift!

Fiona: What was the hardest part of writing your book?

Sending it out into the world. As a friend of mine says, “It’s your baby and you want people to treat it well.” I always hold my breath and cringe until the five starts start to show. It is only then that I feel I can breathe again.

Fiona: Did you learn anything from writing your book and what was it?

That readers are invaluable and treating them with the kindness and appreciation you feel is never a bad idea.

Fiona: Do you have any advice for other writers?

 Read! Read and read as much as you can and then write. Never stop. Oh, and contractions are okay and the rules don’t always apply to dialog! Lol…

Fiona: Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers?

 As always, I would like to humbly thank them for their support and interest in my work! I love to hear from them!

Fiona: Other than writing do you have any hobbies?

 I love to read, draw and cook.  Also sitting down with a friend to chat is a wonderful joy for me. I don’t have a lot of time to do any of those things, but I love them.

Fiona: What TV shows/films do you enjoy watching?

 I love Two Broke Girls! Also I am a Ghost Adventures addict. I love old movies with Doris Day and anything with Marilyn Monroe.  I also love the Resident Evil franchise. I guess I’m all over the place with that.

Fiona: Favorite foods / Colors/ Music

My all-time favorite food is a Wendy’s chicken sandwich with cheese. Horrid for you, but there you go. I don’t have one near me so I figure that is a good thing. And I love blue, all shades. Music is all over the board as well. I love so many different artists I could never name them all.

Fiona: If you were not a writer what else would you like to have done?

I wanted to be a marine biologist until I discovered the fact that fish wig me out. I love the sea and the ocean madly!

 Fiona: Do you have a blog/website? If so what is it?

I am in the process of making my web site but my facebook is https://www.facebook.com/pages/Alisha-Basso

Here is my interview with Alexander Kavalier

26 Tuesday Nov 2013

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Name: Alexander Kavalier

Age: Depends on who is asking

Where are you from: Manchester, England

A little about yourself `i.e. your education Family life ect.

I am a writer of horror and poetry, mildly humorous and have a wickedly sarcastic view on life. I like game of thrones weekends, socialising and pretending to be a lawyer when it comes to the rules of monopoly.

Fiona: Tell us your latest news?

I have released my first poetry anthology “More People Write Poetry Than Read It”. It is available now from:

Amazon – http://smarturl.it/poetryanthology

Smashwords – https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/381521

Fiona: When and why did you begin writing?

Initially when forced at school, I wanted to be outside not copying the board, I was a late bloomer in terms of discovering I had a ‘talent’ when I was told my metaphors on life would make great fiction, I tried it, sent it off and then I started a new way of life. Though truth be told I think I had always enjoyed writing, it was just less cool when I was younger.

Fiona: When did you first consider yourself a writer?

In my opinion a writer is someone who writes, and the second you pick up the pen (or type on a laptop as is more common these days) you are a writer. So I began writing in my late teens.

It was a somewhat interesting journey until I made the distinction between writer and author however. I had had several pieces published in print and I was advised that I should turn to the new mediums and look at self-publishing my short stories on amazon and smashwords. It was only when I signed my first contract for my work that I felt I could truly use the term “author”, before that I felt like an imposter, but that was more a confidence issue and something which has come with age.

Fiona: What inspired you to write your first book?

The first book I wrote was not the first one published, and it is still yet to see the light of day. As for my first publication “Meant (Descent into Darkness Series)” which is a horror short. The contents is dark and focuses around mental delusions mixed with fairy tale fantasies. My inspiration was to be in the female view point of the mistress who falls in love, however the character took a darker turn and love turned her into another person. Though the story shows that she is unwell rather than evil.

This poetry anthology is my first anthology, I was inspired to write it after having several pieces published in magazines and publishers anthologies. I finally felt it was time to do a larger collection of my own work. I write poetry fairly regularly and often revisit little scraps that I have wrote down when I have had a flux of creative energy, it seemed the right time to do something more with these odd poems I had everywhere and focus my creative skills.

Fiona: Do you have a specific writing style?

Not that I am aware of, I just go with the flow, as I do in most of life’s situations. In horror I write dark contents, whether this is gore, heavily filled with imagery or dark emotively, if I’m writing well it can be all three. However when I write poetry I focus on sharp snappy sentences which flow, or stumble according to the affect I am wishing to create. I find free verse poetry much easier than rhyming poetry, but I will do both as people like a mixture of the two.

Fiona: How did you come up with the title?

“More People Write Poetry Than Read It”, I was working in a small publishing house at the time, there was a competition for a poetry anthology they were creating and I jokingly pointed out how we had far more submissions than people who would buy the book, it obviously became later re-phrased but I have found a lot of poets who write more poetry than they read.

Fiona: Is there a message in your anthology that you want readers to grasp?

Not specifically, each poem is unique and several are from the point of view of a persona. I suppose if they make people think and maybe even connect with my writing then I don’t care about a message, only that they like the work.

Fiona: How much of the anthology is realistic?

Some are very real, poetry is about emotion and life, and it is hard for it to not be realistic. However several of my poems are also from the point of view of the persona’s I created, so some of it isn’t realistic to me.

For the horror stories there is very little of the specific details which is realistic, however the idea of good verses bad is woven through the horror stories and this is a universal concept.

Fiona: Are experiences based on someone you know, or events in your own life?

In the poetry, some are. I had a bad heartbreak and so many of the poems to do with how it hurts you after and trying to come back to normality are true to my experiences and relate to that time in my life. I also had a bereavement and the two poems on grief, which were difficult to write, were connected to that. A few others have been linked to events, but many are an amalgamation of me, my persona’s and random events in the wider world which have filtered through and onto the page.

For the series, “Descent into Darkness” I have touched upon the darker side of human nature, posing philosophical and psychological questions. I think some themes are relatable – even if the specific events and extreme outcomes are not. We are people and we are filled with good and bad, I suppose I tried to show that darkness is relative. Particularly with issues such as depression, where a person may come across as if they have changed, prone to low and aggressive moods, something I am personally familiar with. It doesn’t make me a bad person, but some of my past actions may make people think I might be. My “Descent into Darkness Series” looks at how a person can appear dark whilst in themselves being good, if albeit a little damaged.

Fiona: What books have most influenced your life most?

I have often joked about “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”, but I don’t think that counts. I don’t think a book has ever influenced my life particularly, they’ve helped to broaden my mind and educate me, but I would be lying if I said they altered me as an individual. Some books have stayed with me, such as the Dennis Wheatley books I have mentioned, and Simon Armitage’s works have reoccurred to me a few times, but nothing has been earth shattering enough to comment.

Fiona: If you had to choose, which writer would you consider a mentor?

Dennis Wheatley, his horror writing made my skin crawl in my earlier years.

Poetry, Philip Larkin was a great poet, amazing at persona poetry too. I only hope one day I can be half as talented as him.

Fiona: What book are you reading now?

There are a couple,

“A Child Is Torn: Innocence Lost” by Dawn Kopman Widden

http://www.amazon.com/Child-Is-Torn-Innocence-Lost/dp/1621830403

and the other is

“Hidden Darkness: Nightclub” by C J Austin

http://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Darkness-NightClub-C-Austin-ebook/dp/B00ET68QUM/ref=sr_1_12?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1384302651&sr=1-12

both of which are great so far, definitely worth one clicking!

Fiona: Are there any new authors that have grasped your interest?

A few, I have recently met a lot of indie authors and have been looking at their works.

C J Austin is one of those new authors.

Christa Lynn “Running From Destiny” http://www.amazon.com/Running-Destiny-Christa-Lynn-ebook/dp/B00G7TZKEE

And I have found a new appreciation for zombie horror with Kevin Banker’s “L-21” http://www.amazon.com/L-21-Kevin-Banker-ebook/dp/B00CM18NOU

Fiona: What are your current projects?

My New Year release of the “Descent into Darkness Series” it is to be a collection of short stories. The release date is set for January 24th.

Fiona: Name one entity that you feel supported you outside of family members.

Titan Inkorp. – http://titanpublishinghouse.com/index.html

They help all authors and are an amazingly supportive bunch of people, I wouldn’t be where I am without them. If anyone is trying to get published, want to use professionals for author services or are simply curious about the world of books, go and have a look at them! They have their own online bookstore too, here is the link to meant on their site – http://smarturl.it/meant.titan

Fiona: Do you see writing as a career?

Well if it starts paying the bills, for now it is a fun pass time where I can enjoy my passion, That is what I like most. But of course I would love for it to transform into a lifelong career.

Fiona: If you had to do it all over again, would you change anything in your latest book?

I haven’t re-read it yet. I daren’t because I’m my own worst critic!

Fiona: Do you recall how your interest in writing originated?

Not exactly. It wasn’t a life changing moment, but something which grew over time with nurture and encouragement.

Fiona: Can you share a little of your current work with us?

Yes, my current horror is connected with zombies (by request) but I have taken my own unique twist on it where the virus has been cured and we see Callum, our once zombie, in a therapist’s office working through his issues:

“He felt his mind drift back, to those moments when the virus had had a hold of him and countless people across the world. The plague had attacked them and then caused them to attack other people, in mindless violence they had become cannibal’s intent on only meeting their one basic drive, eating. Callum could recall bits of his time whilst ill. None of the memories flowed consecutively, and it was more feelings and tastes he could remember, but that was not a good thing. Callum could recall the addictive taste of human flesh. How he had desperately craved it, it wasn’t just that he needed it for sustenance, but that without it, the virus within him would turn on his own body and begin attacking itself. He would have eaten his own flesh until there was nothing left, the virus had seemed unstoppable.”

Fiona: Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?

Scaring people, they’ve become very desensitized these days. Though I’m told I do a good job, so I hope that’s true.

Fiona: Who is your favorite author and what is it that really strikes you about their work?

Dennis Wheatley. How he can affect the reader with such simple elegance, he didn’t need the gore that horror now largely consists of, he could simply create a world in his book and trap you in there with his characters. However some of the references are rather dated, as he wrote in the 40’s-60’s and some of his stuff is no longer politically correct, but I focus on the horror content.

Fiona: Do you have to travel much concerning your book(s)?

No, but my inner landscapes take me to very peculiar places

Fiona: Who designed the covers?

Titan Inkorp, Christopher. He is a genius at cover creations! http://titanpublishinghouse.com/custombookcoverdesign.html

Fiona: What was the hardest part of writing your book?

Going to those dark places, whether it’s for horror or poetry. I find I often have to face a part of myself, which is both terrifying and therapeutic.

Fiona: Did you learn anything from writing your anthology and what was it?

That I am more emotional than I previously thought. I have often been told I have a natural empathy, which lends to my persona poetry, but I found myself being emotionally affected by my own writing. I believe this is probably because it was a release, whether I was aware that it certain issues were bothering me, or not.

Fiona: Do you have any advice for other writers?

Write. It would seem simple I know, but I so often hear people talking of these stories and creations they want to write, then never actually do it. If you want to set yourself apart, commit to your writing like you would a diet, eat (write) little and often and make sure to keep up the habit.

Fiona: Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers?

Thank you for taking an interest in my work. It is always nice to connect with new people and if you like my works please feel free to contact me, I love feedback (though I naturally prefer the positive to the negative lol). Come and find me on

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pages/A-Kavalier/669991109682496

Twitter – https://twitter.com/ARKavalier

Fiona: Other than writing do you have any hobbies

Eating, watching television, arguing with my memory… I like reading, enjoy exercising, love an occasional well-earned beer on a sunny day, though that isn’t specifically a hobby.

Fiona: What TV shows/films do you enjoy watching

Game of Thrones, is my current obsession, but there are too many to list individually.

Fiona: Favorite foods / Colors/ Music

Pizza. Green. A general mix, but I do love Eminem.

Fiona: If you were not a writer what else would you like to have done?

Become an architect, though I can’t draw so I think I’m better where I am.

Fiona: Do you have a blog/website? if so what is it?

http://alexanderkavalier.wordpress.com/

Here is my interview with Sarah Daltry

26 Tuesday Nov 2013

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Name Sarah Daltry

Age 35

Where are you from New England

Fiona: Tell us your latest news?

Well, right now I am shifting into different genres. I really love YA and fantasy and horror and they are all genres I read and have written. So I’ve been working on a variety of things in different genres. My novel Bitter Fruits is still full of erotic elements but is urban fantasy. That’s being released 12/1 from Escape Publishing. And then I am co-writing a novel called Backward Compatible with Pete Clark. It’s a comic gamer geek romance coming out 12/12.

Fiona: When and why did you begin writing?

I don’t remember starting to write. I just sort of always did. And I write because I have things I want to say and books were important to me growing up. I’ve always been very introverted and so my closest friends – and sometimes only friends – were books. I want to be able to give a little back, to give someone that feeling that there is another human being out there who thinks the same way, even if you feel alone.

Fiona: When did you first consider yourself a writer?

I don’t consider myself a writer. I should because I’m now traditionally published as well, but I just don’t. I feel like I’m just a person.

Fiona: What inspired you to write your first book?

Which one? As Sarah? Bitter Fruits is my first novel as Sarah even though it’s coming out after several others. I don’t know what inspired me, really. The story just came to me.

Fiona: Do you have a specific writing style?

I mostly write in first person present. I think it’s because I read so much YA in my actual life. I know some people don’t like that, but I don’t choose the voice. The characters do, and that’s how they speak to me.

Fiona: How did you come up with the title?

Bitter Fruits comes from a line by Byron. The Flowering series are names of flowers and the idea is flowering or blooming, coming of age. And Backward Compatible is a gaming and tech term but the characters are awkward and a little “backward,” yet cutely compatible. So it fit.

Fiona: Is there a message in your novel that you want readers to grasp?

Depends on the book. Bitter Fruits is about fighting for what you believe in, even if it’s a little social unacceptable. Flowering is about finding hope in the darkest parts of our lives. And Backward Compatible is fun but also about knowing that everyone deserves a chance at a little happiness.

Fiona: How much of the book is realistic?

Bitter Fruits is based on theology, so not really. Flowering draws on elements of my own life. And Backward Compatible is pretty realistic in my circles.

Fiona: Are experiences based on someone you know, or events in your own life?

Well, I spent a lot of time in college and grad school so I guess that’s why all my books are about college kids.

Fiona: What books have most influenced your life most?

The Sun Also Rises because it is beautiful without a happy ending. And The Catcher in the Rye because it was the first time I didn’t feel like a freak.

Fiona: If you had to choose, which writer would you consider a mentor?

Hemingway, but he’s dead. And Courtney Summers, although she has no idea who I am.

Fiona: What book are you reading now?

I’ve been reading The Leftovers by Tom Perrotta and it’s amazing.

Fiona: Are there any new authors that have grasped your interest?

Not off the top of my head, but as soon as I finish this interview, I’m sure I will think of some.

Fiona: What are your current projects?

Oh I am doing too much. I have a few more titles in both series, plus a literary novella, a YA fantasy romance, and some other secret projects.

Fiona: Name one entity that you feel supported you outside of family members.

My family, other than my husband, doesn’t support me at all. I’d say Facebook friends, because they’re really the only people I talk to except my husband and a few friends.

Fiona: Do you see writing as a career?

Yes. I think it’s a profession and I treat it with the same dedication I treat any job. I believe in working my hardest and doing my best.

Fiona: If you had to do it all over again, would you change anything in your latest book?

I don’t know. Wave a magic wand and get people to care that it exists? I’m happy with it.

Fiona: Do you recall how your interest in writing originated?

No, it was just an organic extension of my passion for reading from an early age.

Fiona: Can you share a little of your current work with us?

Haikus are strike three. One, being rude to the hostess. Two, asking me on a date that’s clearly a date and calling it a nondate. Three, haikus. Also, haikus are Japanese. I think.

I don’t know how many strikes one gets. I don’t play sports. I have bad knees. I’m 21 and I have bad knees. Hmmm. Maybe I should reconsider the strikes. Perhaps we’ll call it two and a half strikes. Can you have a half strike?

I feel like I’m being bratty, but I’m overtired, and I don’t do well with guys. Or people. But especially male people.

“My name’s Katie,” I tell him, since he hasn’t asked. I figure he should know. I mean, if he’s buying me dinner. Oh, damn. I told Anna ten minutes. “Hold on,” I say, as if there was some brilliant retort to my first name just waiting to burst free from his lips. Which are chapped. Although I would still let him kiss me. Anna’s probably right. Maybe I do need some action.

I text Anna that I’m having dinner. She responds by asking if I have a ride home, because Chad wants to go bowling. Do people bowl anymore? Maybe that’s like code for sex. Although usually Anna just says sex.

“Do you have a car?” I ask George.

He nods excitedly, which I guess is normal. Guys like their cars. I wonder if he’s done all that pimp my ride stuff. Then I look at him again.

“Can you give me a ride home?”

“As long as you don’t live in China,” he says and laughs. It’s a sputtering sound and I think he might have a heart attack, but he drinks his glass of water, which must have appeared magically while I was texting, and then drinks mine. This guy loves drinking things that don’t belong to him.

Fiona: Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?

The marketing part. I hate it.

Fiona: Who is your favorite author and what is it that really strikes you about their work?

Hemingway because he tells it like it is.

Fiona: Do you have to travel much concerning your book(s)?

No. I am really antisocial.

Fiona: Who designed the covers?

Shoutlines Design, except Bitter Fruits. That was done at Escape.

Fiona: What was the hardest part of writing your book?

I’d say the hardest part of writing Lily of the Valley was putting that much raw honesty into something and Backward Compatible is tough because it’s a huge departure and what if I alienate people?

Fiona: Did you learn anything from writing your book and what was it?

Just that I really hate marketing! J

Fiona: Do you have any advice for other writers?

Be yourself. For a long time, I had this idea that I had to be this concept and not a real person. But that’s exhausting. And if people don’t like me because I’m sarcastic and moody, too bad. Because I’m also pretty awesome under all that! (Kind of kidding.)

Fiona: Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers?

Thank you for reading anything I wrote.

Fiona: Other than writing do you have any hobbies

Playing Xbox and hanging out with my cats.

Fiona: What TV shows/films do you enjoy watching?

I really like indie movies. And I love The Big Bang Theory and Chuck, although it’s gone now.

Fiona: Favorite foods / Colors/ Music

Pizza, purple, and punk (I also like alliteration)

Fiona: If you were not a writer what else would you like to have done?

 Well, I have done a lot. Finance/accounting, teaching, mental health counseling… but I really, really want to be a curator at the Met in New York. So if anyone just wants to give me that job I am completely unqualified for, that would be cool.

Fiona: Do you have a blog/website? If so what is it?

Http://sarahdaltry.com

Here is my interview with Lizzy Ford

26 Tuesday Nov 2013

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Name: Lizzy Ford

Age: Secret!

Where are you from: Originally from Ohio.

A little about your self `ie your education Family life ect

 Lizzy Ford is the author of over twenty books written for young adult and adult paranormal romance readers, to include the internationally bestselling “Rhyn Trilogy,” “Witchling Series” and the “War of Gods” series. Considered a freak of nature by her peers for the ability to write and release a commercial quality novel in under a month, Lizzy has focused on keeping her readers happy by producing brilliant, gritty romances that remind people why true love is a trial worth enduring.

 

Lizzy’s books can be found on every major ereader library, to include: Amazon, Barnes and Noble, iBooks, Kobo, Sony and Smashwords. She lives in southern Arizona with her husband, three dogs and a cat. 

Fiona: Tell us your latest news?

I just released “Charred Heart,” a modern day take on “Beauty and the Beast.” The book is the first in the Heart of Fire series. I’m hoping to release the second book, “Charred Tears,” in December.

Fiona: When and why did you begin writing?

I started writing when I was in the third grade. Writing is a calling; it’s what I was put on this earth to do. I like to think that I can help others through my writing, even if it’s only entertaining them for a few hours when they need it!

Fiona: When did you first consider yourself a writer?

When I was a child. I’ve always had a crazy active imagination, so I’ve always been fascinated by storytelling.

Fiona: What inspired you to write your first book?

I’m not sure! I love fantasy and the paranormal, so I’ve always mixed something supernatural into all my books. I’ve also been writing since I was really young, and I finished several books before I published the first one a couple of years ago.

Fiona: Do you have a specific writing style?

I have about four distinct styles that I’ve developed over time with a fifth, more descriptive style I use for high fantasy (none of which I’ve released!) I’ll switch them up, depending on the series and the tone of the book, and also depending on the audience (young adult, new adult, adult.)

Fiona: How did you come up with the title?

My latest, “Charred Heart,” was actually something that one of the admins who help me with my street team came up with. We were brainstorming, and Leanne threw out the title. It sounded awesome – perfect for a romance book about a dragon! – and I went with that!

Fiona: Is there a message in your novel that you want readers to grasp?

I’m calling this one the retelling of Beauty and the Beast. There are parallels to the fairy tale about learning to overcome ‘beastly’ appearances and also learning to overcome selfishness. Both of the characters in “Charred Heart” must learn these lessons.

Fiona: How much of the book is realistic?

Not very much! Haha! It’s about a dragon shifter and a dragon slayer. It’s set in a contemporary setting. So, the settings are real, even if the supernatural elements are not.

Fiona: Are experiences based on someone you know, or events in your own life?

Aside from the setting, no. I currently live in Southern Arizona, so I did use the area around where I live and places I’ve visited in Arizona in the book.

Fiona: What books have most influenced your life most?

“Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen. Austen’s writing taught me how to make solid, strong but flawed characters and how to let those characters determine their own fates. Some of them were able to redeem themselves while others never overcame their flaws. It’s an important lesson in writing and just as important in real life. We can overcome our weaknesses, but we’ve got to work on it, and it’s not always easy.

Fiona: If you had to choose, which writer would you consider a mentor?

Jane Austen, probably! I’d love to sit down and talk to her about writing, her life, her books.

Fiona: What book are you reading now?

I’m not reading anything now. I have trouble finding time to read, because I’m usually writing so much. When I do read, I read high fantasy, which is my favorite genre.

Fiona: Are there any new authors that have grasped your interest?

Honestly, I don’t have a chance to read a lot of other authors’ books, whether they’re new or established.

Fiona: What are your current projects?

I’m working on a few things:

Revisions of “Broken World” (#2, Broken Beauty Novellas)

“Charred Tears” (#2, Heart of Fire)

“Kiera’s Home” (novelette)

“Zoey Avenger” (#2, Incubatti)

A co-written book with young adult author Julia Crane

A couple of short stories for a February anthology.

Fiona: Name one entity that you feel supported you outside of family members.

Not sure. Haha! I basically struck out on my own with my husband and family supporting me – and that’s it. Since I started out, I’ve met a lot of other indie authors who have been supportive. My best friend, Julia Crane, is one.

Fiona: Do you see writing as a career?

Writing IS my career now. I make a living off my writing currently, which is awesome.

Fiona: If you had to do it all over again, would you change anything in your latest book?

No – nothing at all. I usually work on a book until I’m happy with it.

Fiona: Do you recall how your interest in writing originated?

It was less of an interest and more of a compulsion. Writing is my gift – it’s what I’m supposed to do with my life. So it’s hard to explain that it’s more of a calling than it is a choice.

Fiona: Can you share a little of your current work with us?

I rarely release excerpts of unfinished work. I’m too much of a perfectionist, and my stories will evolve and change as I write them.

Fiona: Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?

I am always challenging myself to grow with my writing. My biggest challenge is that I have a short attention span, so I sometimes will work on multiple projects at once. I’ll go between them, depending on what I feel like writing at the moment. It’s a challenge for me to try to focus on one project for an extended period of time, because my imagination is always running away!

Fiona: Who is your favorite author and what is it that really strikes you about their work?

Jane Austen, for her ability to portray flawed – but likeable – characters.

Fiona: Do you have to travel much concerning your book(s)?

I go to multiple conferences a year to meet other authors, readers and generally just to learn more about the publishing industry.

Fiona: Who designed the covers?

I work with seven different cover artists, depending on the series/book. For my latest release, “Charred Heart,” the cover was done by Sarah Hansen at Okay Creations. The model is a local talent, a model named James, who I met at a conference this past year.

Fiona: What was the hardest part of writing your book?

Being focused long enough to finish on time!

Fiona: Did you learn anything from writing your book and what was it?

I learned that I don’t really know what it is about a book that will draw people in! I think I know, but I was really surprised by how much people loved “Charred Heart.” I thought it was a cute story, but I love other books I’ve written better. However, the readers disagreed – they absolutely loved this one!

Fiona: Do you have any advice for other writers?

Keep writing, no matter what. Success is built over time, so write and persevere.

Fiona: Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers?

Thank you all so much for your continued support! You all make my days wonderful!

Fiona: Other than writing do you have any hobbies?

Not really! I like taking walks, playing with my dogs, hanging out with my husband.

Fiona: What TV shows/films do you enjoy watching?

I love action movies or fantasy movies. Love the Hobbit movies, Star Wars, Star Trek – that type of sci-fi/fantasy movie. As for TV, I am currently hooked on “Revolution,” “Sleepy Hollow,” “Almost Human,” and “Gold Rush.”

Fiona: Favorite foods / Colors/ Music

Favorite foods: I love good cheese, chocolate, tea.

Favorite colors: teal, pink, blues, purples

Favorite music: very varied. I love any kind of classical music, electronica, some hip hop and pop … a little bit of everything.

Fiona: If you were not a writer what else would you like to have done?

I’m not sure. I can’t imagine doing anything but writing and being happy. It’s what I love to do. 

Fiona: Do you have a blog/website? If so what is it?

Lizzy’s links online

 

Website: http://www.guerrillawordfare.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LizzyFordBooks

Twitter: http://twitter.com/LizzyFord2010

Google+: https://plus.google.com/b/106728579413949863215/#106728579413949863215/

Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4558309.Lizzy_Ford

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Lizzy-Ford/e/B004XTTYOC/

Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lizzy-Ford/e/B004XTTYOC/

Wattpad: http://www.wattpad.com/user/LizzyFord

Barnes and Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/c/lizzy-ford

Kobo: http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/Search?query=Lizzy%20Ford&fcsearchfield=Author

iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/lizzy-ford/id416011470?mt=11

Sony: https://ebookstore.sony.com/author/lizzy-ford_198927

Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/LizzyFord

 

 

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