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September 3, 2014
Writer's Wednesday: A Chat with Kelli McDonald Young
Today we feature another lovely author, part of the Thorstruck Press family, with beautiful soul stories to share with us all. Please meet Kelli Young!
Kelli McDonald Young is a warrior at heart. Her Scottish heritage shines through in her writing and her every day life. A voracious reader she took the leap as an author, writing what she knows best, penning a series which probes the realm of the heart, hardship, motherhood, trials, and lore.
Choosing to indulge her love of paganism she remains true to the ethos by writing in threes, releasing a three book series (Seasons of the Soul) featuring the glorious Caledonian highlands. Resilient, resourceful and determined, she embodies the Celtic mindset which is reflected in her characters.
Living in North Carolina, Kelli has been entrenched deep in the heart of the bible belt for many moons. A rebel at heart, she's pushing back through the voice of fiction. She chooses the old road, the one less travelled, the one which traverses the veil lands which straddle two realms, the modern and the ancient, the human and the fey, taking her readers into a territory both profound and enchanting.
Welcome, Kelli!
What sparked your interest in writing? Your proverbial light-bulb moment?When I was a child, I used to write fake newspaper articles about my future wedding. I had a fascination with words at about the age of 8. I loved using words to feel things. In my teenage years it turned to dark poetry and angry lyrics. By my adult years, I had all but given up on writing, until I started giving independent reviews for music and books. I had many folk tell me that I should write a book, so I did ... lol!
And we are so very glad you did! Which genre are you most comfortable writing in?Not sure if what I like to write is even a genre. I want to start new ones, like Erotic Horror or Romantic Horror … I want to bend the lines of genre, create taboo if you will!
Would you say you draw most often from your own knowledge base when writing or do you research for fresh material?I do both actually. I know enough to be dangerous about quite a bit, but research is definitely a big deal with me. I hate when people write about something that is supposed to be factual but they have never looked into the subject matter enough to make it true. But of course I am spoiled with the authors I surround myself with…they are research gurus!!!
Tell us a bit about your work. How, for instance, do you choose your titles? My work…lol…how do I explain organised chaos? At times I feel like I just fell into this world by accident, but I know that it was meant to be. My writing is erratic as hell, but that is how I operate. My thought process is generally bipolar along with my characters in my head until I get them written up. This is my norm and I’m sure I am not the only one that goes through this. My choice in titles isn’t much different. I go by feeling not intellect when it’s time. Usually it’ll change a few times before the book is done.
We are a strange bunch, us writers, are we not? Would have it no other way! And we love to read excerpts. Share with us your favourite bit of writing from you latest book.From Anam Cara:
She took a deep breath and exhaled slowly.
The crowd with baited breath moved closer as if she was speaking and they couldn’t hear. The women in the front almost fell to their knees beside her. Ainslee braced herself with flat palms on the dirt floor. Through her pain she rose gingerly to her feet. As she stood she realised that the burning in her chest had gone away. The fire in her eyes spoke a thousand words as she addressed his holiness.
“Who has made you holier than the rest of us? How dare you say that you are more? I pray, I hurt none, and I teach my bairn ways of good. Who are you to say that I am damned? We share the same breath do we not? How dare you pray for my soul? My soul is mine and only mine. As for the father of my boys, that is no business of yours or these people who gather around me. If I am to give my life for my secret I will not stand in the way of your judgement. I am not a witch, a sorceress, or the devil’s consort, but if you must vilify me to scare the young girls into believing your dogma, please do.”
Fantastic! Who do you identify with most in your work? And why?Well, considering I have only one novel currently published, my lady Ainslee is loosely modelled after me. I took my strengths and weaknesses, threw them in a cauldron, and POOF ... there was Ainslee. I wanted her strong but feminine. I have lived a rough life but persevered in the face of trauma and tragedy. There are many parts of her that I took from previous experiences that forever changed me as a person and a woman. She is strong in a way that I wished I had been at her age.
We know you are a strong woman and writer! If you could choose who would play Ainslee in the movie or series made from your work, who would it be?I have never thought of my books in terms of the movies or television! I feel nobody is ever happy with the selections that Hollywood makes for film. I’m not sure I could even make that choice for any of my characters. I like Rose Leslie for the part of Ainslee. I loved her in Game of Thrones (Ygritte). She exhibited the strength and vulnerability in an actress I would love to see my character have on the big screen.
Which four words would you use to describe yourself?Faithful, chaotic, broken, humble
Which four words would you use to describe your work?Enjoyable, intriguing, deep, spunky
I have to throw this in! That list of favourites we’re all interested in!Favourite book: DarkroomFavourite movie: Bronson/ Sid & NancyFavourite TV series: Ripper StreetFavourite colour: BlueFavourite food: chicken wrapsFavourite drink: coffeeFavourite pet: cat…Miss Satanicus AKA Kiki Favourite season: Fall/AutumnFavourite place: My kitchen…it’s where the magic happens!!!
Often personal fame and prominence for your work go together, but frequently authors prefer remaining in the background while hoping their work will assume the limelight. Is this true for you, or don’t you mind a bit of fame? Personally my goal was to just finish my book, anything after that is just a bonus! I do not mind the fame, but it isn't what I’m looking for. I am a big fangirl to a few authors, but I expect none coming my way. It makes me happy just to know that people enjoy my book…
Tell us about your next book (we love to know what to look forward to!). Book Two in the Seasons of the Soul series is Cura Anam (Soul Protector). It is the continuation of the boys’ (Niall and Bowie) story. This book will be broken into two different parts. It truly is two completely different stories that will meld into the third book. Niall will learn to be a man with the spirit of the Bear riding hard on his soul. Bowie will learn that not everything you are is a pure and good. I am excited to be writing this one. It is edgy and fierce and a big smack in the face!
Can't wait! What comes next, besides a new book project? A holiday, an event?Comes next?! Hahaha … I am a mother of 6, with 4 still in school so I spend my time shuttling the minions to and from sporting/school events from August to May! I’d like to go back to work this year, but that may or may not happen.
And finally, if you could choose one person, living or dead, you would like to meet, who would it be and what would you ask of that person?My Great Grandfather E Howard Norris … I’d ask him not to get into his plane that day.
Our sympathy. How often we wish we could turn back that clock. Kelli, thank you so much for spending time with us. It is a real pleasure having you here!
***
Writing World has read and reviewed Anam Cara and we loved it!WW Review
Amazon
Find out more about Kelli on her Thorstruck Page and do look out for Cura Anam! We will be reading and reviewing it here :)
Kelli McDonald Young is a warrior at heart. Her Scottish heritage shines through in her writing and her every day life. A voracious reader she took the leap as an author, writing what she knows best, penning a series which probes the realm of the heart, hardship, motherhood, trials, and lore.
Choosing to indulge her love of paganism she remains true to the ethos by writing in threes, releasing a three book series (Seasons of the Soul) featuring the glorious Caledonian highlands. Resilient, resourceful and determined, she embodies the Celtic mindset which is reflected in her characters.
Living in North Carolina, Kelli has been entrenched deep in the heart of the bible belt for many moons. A rebel at heart, she's pushing back through the voice of fiction. She chooses the old road, the one less travelled, the one which traverses the veil lands which straddle two realms, the modern and the ancient, the human and the fey, taking her readers into a territory both profound and enchanting.
Welcome, Kelli!
What sparked your interest in writing? Your proverbial light-bulb moment?When I was a child, I used to write fake newspaper articles about my future wedding. I had a fascination with words at about the age of 8. I loved using words to feel things. In my teenage years it turned to dark poetry and angry lyrics. By my adult years, I had all but given up on writing, until I started giving independent reviews for music and books. I had many folk tell me that I should write a book, so I did ... lol!
And we are so very glad you did! Which genre are you most comfortable writing in?Not sure if what I like to write is even a genre. I want to start new ones, like Erotic Horror or Romantic Horror … I want to bend the lines of genre, create taboo if you will!
Would you say you draw most often from your own knowledge base when writing or do you research for fresh material?I do both actually. I know enough to be dangerous about quite a bit, but research is definitely a big deal with me. I hate when people write about something that is supposed to be factual but they have never looked into the subject matter enough to make it true. But of course I am spoiled with the authors I surround myself with…they are research gurus!!!
Tell us a bit about your work. How, for instance, do you choose your titles? My work…lol…how do I explain organised chaos? At times I feel like I just fell into this world by accident, but I know that it was meant to be. My writing is erratic as hell, but that is how I operate. My thought process is generally bipolar along with my characters in my head until I get them written up. This is my norm and I’m sure I am not the only one that goes through this. My choice in titles isn’t much different. I go by feeling not intellect when it’s time. Usually it’ll change a few times before the book is done.
We are a strange bunch, us writers, are we not? Would have it no other way! And we love to read excerpts. Share with us your favourite bit of writing from you latest book.From Anam Cara:
She took a deep breath and exhaled slowly.
The crowd with baited breath moved closer as if she was speaking and they couldn’t hear. The women in the front almost fell to their knees beside her. Ainslee braced herself with flat palms on the dirt floor. Through her pain she rose gingerly to her feet. As she stood she realised that the burning in her chest had gone away. The fire in her eyes spoke a thousand words as she addressed his holiness.
“Who has made you holier than the rest of us? How dare you say that you are more? I pray, I hurt none, and I teach my bairn ways of good. Who are you to say that I am damned? We share the same breath do we not? How dare you pray for my soul? My soul is mine and only mine. As for the father of my boys, that is no business of yours or these people who gather around me. If I am to give my life for my secret I will not stand in the way of your judgement. I am not a witch, a sorceress, or the devil’s consort, but if you must vilify me to scare the young girls into believing your dogma, please do.”
Fantastic! Who do you identify with most in your work? And why?Well, considering I have only one novel currently published, my lady Ainslee is loosely modelled after me. I took my strengths and weaknesses, threw them in a cauldron, and POOF ... there was Ainslee. I wanted her strong but feminine. I have lived a rough life but persevered in the face of trauma and tragedy. There are many parts of her that I took from previous experiences that forever changed me as a person and a woman. She is strong in a way that I wished I had been at her age.
We know you are a strong woman and writer! If you could choose who would play Ainslee in the movie or series made from your work, who would it be?I have never thought of my books in terms of the movies or television! I feel nobody is ever happy with the selections that Hollywood makes for film. I’m not sure I could even make that choice for any of my characters. I like Rose Leslie for the part of Ainslee. I loved her in Game of Thrones (Ygritte). She exhibited the strength and vulnerability in an actress I would love to see my character have on the big screen.
Which four words would you use to describe yourself?Faithful, chaotic, broken, humble
Which four words would you use to describe your work?Enjoyable, intriguing, deep, spunky
I have to throw this in! That list of favourites we’re all interested in!Favourite book: DarkroomFavourite movie: Bronson/ Sid & NancyFavourite TV series: Ripper StreetFavourite colour: BlueFavourite food: chicken wrapsFavourite drink: coffeeFavourite pet: cat…Miss Satanicus AKA Kiki Favourite season: Fall/AutumnFavourite place: My kitchen…it’s where the magic happens!!!
Often personal fame and prominence for your work go together, but frequently authors prefer remaining in the background while hoping their work will assume the limelight. Is this true for you, or don’t you mind a bit of fame? Personally my goal was to just finish my book, anything after that is just a bonus! I do not mind the fame, but it isn't what I’m looking for. I am a big fangirl to a few authors, but I expect none coming my way. It makes me happy just to know that people enjoy my book…
Tell us about your next book (we love to know what to look forward to!). Book Two in the Seasons of the Soul series is Cura Anam (Soul Protector). It is the continuation of the boys’ (Niall and Bowie) story. This book will be broken into two different parts. It truly is two completely different stories that will meld into the third book. Niall will learn to be a man with the spirit of the Bear riding hard on his soul. Bowie will learn that not everything you are is a pure and good. I am excited to be writing this one. It is edgy and fierce and a big smack in the face!
Can't wait! What comes next, besides a new book project? A holiday, an event?Comes next?! Hahaha … I am a mother of 6, with 4 still in school so I spend my time shuttling the minions to and from sporting/school events from August to May! I’d like to go back to work this year, but that may or may not happen.
And finally, if you could choose one person, living or dead, you would like to meet, who would it be and what would you ask of that person?My Great Grandfather E Howard Norris … I’d ask him not to get into his plane that day.
Our sympathy. How often we wish we could turn back that clock. Kelli, thank you so much for spending time with us. It is a real pleasure having you here!
***
Writing World has read and reviewed Anam Cara and we loved it!WW Review
Amazon
Find out more about Kelli on her Thorstruck Page and do look out for Cura Anam! We will be reading and reviewing it here :)
September 2, 2014
September 1, 2014
August 30, 2014
Justine's Journal #2
52 Weeks 500 Words
This is how it began: Justine (not her real name) decided to write 500 words (or as near as), anything goes, per week for 52 weeks. She would then submit it for anonymous posting, via me, her friend. Perhaps a pattern will emerge from her words, but at this stage it’s more an experiment I have agreed to share in. I’ll attempt to draw conclusions at the end of this. Stay tuned if this resonates with you.
Week 2
"After the first time writing again after a very long while, I wanted to go crazy and just write write write! So many thoughts swirled in my mind and I needed to record them immediately. I resisted the temptation, however, in order to have something to say the next time I sat down to be honest in my recording. And now I’ll let you in on a little secret. I wrote nothing for many days, couldn’t be bothered. Having ignored the prompting, I also lost the will.
Cold and damp has depressed me quite a bit, but this day is sunny and warm and suddenly I have so much energy. Spring clean! Yes, I went there for most of the day, airing stuff out and so forth, and barely found time to sit and do this. Strange isn’t it, how physical action is able to overtake what the mind is. Conversely, and I know this too well, the mind can entirely ignore physical action. The trick is to strike a balance. No mind, no energy, but no action, no energy either.
Why could I not be bothered to write? I wasn’t alone. This proves writing is in fact a solitary choice, that the personalities of others tend to curtail our thoughts. We begin to react to them and thus lose a bit of ourselves. I’m not saying this is a bad thing, for there are times when a community/family, together with all the personalities, is actually enjoyable, and also imperative to long term mental health. Everyone learns one from the other. No one is ever entirely without the need for companionship. But in short doses for a writer! We do thrive in a quiet space.
Today was an upbeat day. When I returned to edit and tweak this I made note of what brought on a good day and what heralded a gloomy day. I’m hoping for some insight into myself. We all need to evaluate ourselves, don’t we? We all have different means of doing so. This is one I aim to see through. Always I have been guilty of never looking at myself as objectively as possible. The bystander, the witness to a life. How very sad. I begin to wonder if this will in any way impact on future choices and decisions. Will knowing myself better force me into absolute change? Or will knowing I’m not so bad off fill me with the kind of relief that allows me to go on as I have to date, only with a clearer idea of what makes me tick? Ha, the results at the end of this might just surprise you and me both!
It’s time to talk about something different, and I’m thinking music … because I’m listening as I write. Stay tuned! Next time, I promise, I’ll tell you about music."
This is how it began: Justine (not her real name) decided to write 500 words (or as near as), anything goes, per week for 52 weeks. She would then submit it for anonymous posting, via me, her friend. Perhaps a pattern will emerge from her words, but at this stage it’s more an experiment I have agreed to share in. I’ll attempt to draw conclusions at the end of this. Stay tuned if this resonates with you.
Week 2
"After the first time writing again after a very long while, I wanted to go crazy and just write write write! So many thoughts swirled in my mind and I needed to record them immediately. I resisted the temptation, however, in order to have something to say the next time I sat down to be honest in my recording. And now I’ll let you in on a little secret. I wrote nothing for many days, couldn’t be bothered. Having ignored the prompting, I also lost the will.
Cold and damp has depressed me quite a bit, but this day is sunny and warm and suddenly I have so much energy. Spring clean! Yes, I went there for most of the day, airing stuff out and so forth, and barely found time to sit and do this. Strange isn’t it, how physical action is able to overtake what the mind is. Conversely, and I know this too well, the mind can entirely ignore physical action. The trick is to strike a balance. No mind, no energy, but no action, no energy either.
Why could I not be bothered to write? I wasn’t alone. This proves writing is in fact a solitary choice, that the personalities of others tend to curtail our thoughts. We begin to react to them and thus lose a bit of ourselves. I’m not saying this is a bad thing, for there are times when a community/family, together with all the personalities, is actually enjoyable, and also imperative to long term mental health. Everyone learns one from the other. No one is ever entirely without the need for companionship. But in short doses for a writer! We do thrive in a quiet space.
Today was an upbeat day. When I returned to edit and tweak this I made note of what brought on a good day and what heralded a gloomy day. I’m hoping for some insight into myself. We all need to evaluate ourselves, don’t we? We all have different means of doing so. This is one I aim to see through. Always I have been guilty of never looking at myself as objectively as possible. The bystander, the witness to a life. How very sad. I begin to wonder if this will in any way impact on future choices and decisions. Will knowing myself better force me into absolute change? Or will knowing I’m not so bad off fill me with the kind of relief that allows me to go on as I have to date, only with a clearer idea of what makes me tick? Ha, the results at the end of this might just surprise you and me both!
It’s time to talk about something different, and I’m thinking music … because I’m listening as I write. Stay tuned! Next time, I promise, I’ll tell you about music."
August 29, 2014
August 28, 2014
August 27, 2014
Writer's Wednesday: An interview with Joanne Sexton
Hello, everyone! here is the second in our series of Thorstruck Author Interviews - meet Jo!
Jo Sexton is an Australian romance writer and mother of two. She always dreamed of writing novels and has been an avid reader most of her life. In between being a mum and writing, she runs a small bookkeeping business. Published with Night Publishing in 2011 Jo's novel Spoilt quickly shot up the Amazon charts, fast becoming a bestselling novel around the world. Jo also recently became a qualified florist.
Welcome Jo!
1. What sparked your interest in writing? Your proverbial light-bulb moment?
There wasn't a moment where I thought, I've got to do this. It was more of a feeling. I went through a particularly difficult time in my life. I needed an escape, so I decided to do what I’d always wondered if I could do, I wrote a first draft in two weeks. I've always been quite imaginative and when I started, I think I opened a door as it all poured out after that.
2. Which genre are you most comfortable writing in?
Romance. I can’t seem to write without it!
And we love reading it! 3. Would you say you draw most often from your own knowledge base when writing or do you research for fresh material?
It’s a bit of both. I incorporate my life experiences with extensive research.
4. Tell us a bit about your work. How, for instance, do you choose your titles?
I always seem to have a title when I start. An idea will spark for an opener (I have many of these waiting to be finished) and the title will come with it. I used to be a quick first draft writer but over time I've found it easier to edit as I go. I’m now a slow and steady writer now rather than rushing through it. Unless of course the muse comes calling and I have to get the story out.
5. We love to read excerpts. Share with us your favourite bit of writing from you latest book.
Tessa winks before returning her attention back to the performer. A tingle spreads across my skin. I avert my gaze too but can feel a blush creep into my cheeks. I can’t focus on the music; I want to stare at her beauty again. What am I doing? Emotions I’m unable to fathom play havoc in my mind. I sneak another gaze to find Molly watching me. I smile and squeeze her hand. I also didn't miss a fleeting smile from the object of my scrutiny. I applaud with the crowd when the act finishes and I feel two sets of eyes on me.
“You were better,” Molly says giving me an excuse to bring my gaze to her. Why do I need one? I should be looking at her.
Out of the corner of my eye I notice an amused smile on Tessa’s face, as though she is privy to a joke I’m unaware of. It’s unnerving and thrilling all at once.
From An American Girl
Love it!6. Who do you identify with most in your work? And why?
Each character is different to each other and to me, but at the same time, I think there’s a little bit of me in every character. There isn't one particular character I relate more to than others. If I had to choose, the closest one to me I would say Justine from An American Girl. When it comes to leading men that’s another story again ... I have my favourites.
*wink* don't we all!7. If you could choose who would play (the character you identify with) in the movie or series made from your work, who would it be?
For every other novel I've finished I have my leading actors already cast, except for Justine. I haven’t found anyone yet who could be Justine.
8. Which four words would you use to describe yourself? Passionate, kind, sassy and compassionate.9. Which four words would you use to describe your work? Same as above! J
10. I have to throw this in! That list of favourites we’re all interested in!
Favourite book: The Bronze Horseman –Paullina Simons
Favourite movie: Love Actually
Favourite TV series: The Big Bang Theory
Favourite colour: Purple
Favourite food: Indian
Favourite drink: Champagne
Favourite pet: My cat
Favourite season: Summer
Favourite place: The beach
11. Often personal fame and prominence for your work go together, but frequently authors prefer remaining in the background while hoping their work will assume the limelight. Is this true for you, or don’t you mind a bit of fame?
A bit of fame wouldn't bother me in the least. J
12. Tell us about your next book (we love to know what to look forward to!).
I have two books coming out in September, Fire Girl and The Chosen One. Fire Girl is the sequel to the currently released Rich Girl. It follows on from where Rich Girl left off but it is about Charlotte (sister of main character in first book) and a sexy fireman. The Chosen One is my foray into fantasy/paranormal and follows the story of Seraphina (Sera) as she finds herself in a new world full of elfin, pixies, vampires and other folk in the mystic lands. She discovers she is the human princess and is called to duty. Falling in love along the way of course.
Oooo, both sound awesome!13. What comes next, besides a new book project? A holiday, an event?
I’m saving for a holiday at the moment, just have to decide where I want to go! No other events that I can think of ... oh I will be having a houseful of 9 year olds for my daughter’s birthday next month, that should be fun...
No doubt!!!14. And finally, if you could choose one person, living or dead, you would like to meet, who would it be and what would you ask of that person?
Paullina Simons (Author) but I would probably be too shy to ask her anything.
Ask away, we say :) Authors like to share ;)
Jo's latest release
Rock chicks are more complicated than they look, especially when one is becoming her destiny, the other following a classical career, and the third wheel the steaming hot lead singer of the new big thing. Scarred hearts bleed pain when the pulse of love blurs to jealousy and rage. Between family, ex-lovers, and their own clashing issues, this complicated love triangle becomes a tangled mess, leaving the shy and the reckless reeling. The future is bleak, they're isolated and misunderstood, and pride ruins passion.
Drunken mistakes haunt Molly and Justine; their spiral into misery riveting. Strumming emotions more than guitar strings, the dynamic Justine, Tessa, and Molly, will keep you on tenterhooks of suspense in this lady on lady romance.
Writing World has reviewed Rich Girl and loved it! Writing World Review
Rich Girl
Thank you so much for joining sharing here on Writing World, Jo! It has been a pleasure having you!
Jo Sexton is an Australian romance writer and mother of two. She always dreamed of writing novels and has been an avid reader most of her life. In between being a mum and writing, she runs a small bookkeeping business. Published with Night Publishing in 2011 Jo's novel Spoilt quickly shot up the Amazon charts, fast becoming a bestselling novel around the world. Jo also recently became a qualified florist.
Welcome Jo!
1. What sparked your interest in writing? Your proverbial light-bulb moment?
There wasn't a moment where I thought, I've got to do this. It was more of a feeling. I went through a particularly difficult time in my life. I needed an escape, so I decided to do what I’d always wondered if I could do, I wrote a first draft in two weeks. I've always been quite imaginative and when I started, I think I opened a door as it all poured out after that.
2. Which genre are you most comfortable writing in?
Romance. I can’t seem to write without it!
And we love reading it! 3. Would you say you draw most often from your own knowledge base when writing or do you research for fresh material?
It’s a bit of both. I incorporate my life experiences with extensive research.
4. Tell us a bit about your work. How, for instance, do you choose your titles?
I always seem to have a title when I start. An idea will spark for an opener (I have many of these waiting to be finished) and the title will come with it. I used to be a quick first draft writer but over time I've found it easier to edit as I go. I’m now a slow and steady writer now rather than rushing through it. Unless of course the muse comes calling and I have to get the story out.
5. We love to read excerpts. Share with us your favourite bit of writing from you latest book.
Tessa winks before returning her attention back to the performer. A tingle spreads across my skin. I avert my gaze too but can feel a blush creep into my cheeks. I can’t focus on the music; I want to stare at her beauty again. What am I doing? Emotions I’m unable to fathom play havoc in my mind. I sneak another gaze to find Molly watching me. I smile and squeeze her hand. I also didn't miss a fleeting smile from the object of my scrutiny. I applaud with the crowd when the act finishes and I feel two sets of eyes on me.
“You were better,” Molly says giving me an excuse to bring my gaze to her. Why do I need one? I should be looking at her.
Out of the corner of my eye I notice an amused smile on Tessa’s face, as though she is privy to a joke I’m unaware of. It’s unnerving and thrilling all at once.
From An American Girl
Love it!6. Who do you identify with most in your work? And why?
Each character is different to each other and to me, but at the same time, I think there’s a little bit of me in every character. There isn't one particular character I relate more to than others. If I had to choose, the closest one to me I would say Justine from An American Girl. When it comes to leading men that’s another story again ... I have my favourites.
*wink* don't we all!7. If you could choose who would play (the character you identify with) in the movie or series made from your work, who would it be?
For every other novel I've finished I have my leading actors already cast, except for Justine. I haven’t found anyone yet who could be Justine.
8. Which four words would you use to describe yourself? Passionate, kind, sassy and compassionate.9. Which four words would you use to describe your work? Same as above! J
10. I have to throw this in! That list of favourites we’re all interested in!
Favourite book: The Bronze Horseman –Paullina Simons
Favourite movie: Love Actually
Favourite TV series: The Big Bang Theory
Favourite colour: Purple
Favourite food: Indian
Favourite drink: Champagne
Favourite pet: My cat
Favourite season: Summer
Favourite place: The beach
11. Often personal fame and prominence for your work go together, but frequently authors prefer remaining in the background while hoping their work will assume the limelight. Is this true for you, or don’t you mind a bit of fame?
A bit of fame wouldn't bother me in the least. J
12. Tell us about your next book (we love to know what to look forward to!).
I have two books coming out in September, Fire Girl and The Chosen One. Fire Girl is the sequel to the currently released Rich Girl. It follows on from where Rich Girl left off but it is about Charlotte (sister of main character in first book) and a sexy fireman. The Chosen One is my foray into fantasy/paranormal and follows the story of Seraphina (Sera) as she finds herself in a new world full of elfin, pixies, vampires and other folk in the mystic lands. She discovers she is the human princess and is called to duty. Falling in love along the way of course.
Oooo, both sound awesome!13. What comes next, besides a new book project? A holiday, an event?
I’m saving for a holiday at the moment, just have to decide where I want to go! No other events that I can think of ... oh I will be having a houseful of 9 year olds for my daughter’s birthday next month, that should be fun...
No doubt!!!14. And finally, if you could choose one person, living or dead, you would like to meet, who would it be and what would you ask of that person?
Paullina Simons (Author) but I would probably be too shy to ask her anything.
Ask away, we say :) Authors like to share ;)
Jo's latest release
Rock chicks are more complicated than they look, especially when one is becoming her destiny, the other following a classical career, and the third wheel the steaming hot lead singer of the new big thing. Scarred hearts bleed pain when the pulse of love blurs to jealousy and rage. Between family, ex-lovers, and their own clashing issues, this complicated love triangle becomes a tangled mess, leaving the shy and the reckless reeling. The future is bleak, they're isolated and misunderstood, and pride ruins passion.
Drunken mistakes haunt Molly and Justine; their spiral into misery riveting. Strumming emotions more than guitar strings, the dynamic Justine, Tessa, and Molly, will keep you on tenterhooks of suspense in this lady on lady romance.
Writing World has reviewed Rich Girl and loved it! Writing World Review
Rich Girl
Thank you so much for joining sharing here on Writing World, Jo! It has been a pleasure having you!
